At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide speech-language pathology services to diverse clients and collaborate with a supportive team.
- Company: Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia, committed to inclusivity and community impact.
- Benefits: Competitive hourly wage, excellent benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Flexible schedule with varied caseloads and opportunities for relocation.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and effective communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 66.5 - 66.5 $ per hour.
Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia (HSNS) provides audiology services to Nova Scotians of all ages, and speech-language pathology services to preschool children and adults. HSNS is funded by the NS Government to deliver integrated and standardized provincial services across 37 clinical sites, located in 26 communities.
Nationally certified Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists, with support from Communication Disorder Technicians and Administrative Support Professionals, provide core services (prevention, diagnosis, and treatment), develop and monitor provincial clinical standards, and collaborate with partners to deliver a number of special programs (e.g., Autism, Stroke, Cochlear Implant). Established in 1963, HSNS works to prevent and reduce the impact of communication disorders for Nova Scotians.
Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia is an inclusive employer who supports diversity, equality, and reconciliation. Our goal is to be a workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We welcome people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientation, age, religion, physical and mental abilities, family status, and political beliefs and affiliation.
We are proud to offer:
- A nationally accredited program with Accreditation Canada
- A Province-wide support network of professional colleagues, clinical resources, and coordinated clinical services
- Varied caseloads and work settings
- Salaries (full-time) commensurate with experience (starting at $92,939), and excellent benefits package
- Continuing education opportunities
- Opportunities for relocation and clinical specialization
We are accepting applications for the temporary, part-time position of Speech-Language Pathologist. The home base is Lunenburg. The successful candidate reports to the assigned Manager. Schedule to be determined.
Requirements:
- Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Nova Scotia College of Audiologists & Speech-Language Pathologists (NSCASLP) licensure or eligible for licensure
- Effective communication skills, including proficiency in written and spoken English. If English is not your first language further documents will be required.
- Flexibility in work schedule to provide evening/weekend services
- Flexibility to travel on occasion to attend continuing education, events and/or meetings
- Candidates will have to demonstrate current immunization and/or boosters at the end of the probationary period
- Experience with provision of assessment and treatment of communication and/or swallowing for adult clients in inpatient and/or outpatient settings
- Experience with adult voice assessment, treatment, and training
- Familiarity with a variety of service delivery options for adult caseloads
- Demonstrated commitment to family-centered care
- Valid Nova Scotia driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle
Assets:
- 2 years of experience with adult speech-language pathology
- Experience working with interprofessional clinical teams and/or working with supportive personnel
- Experience with provision of services via telepractice
- Experience providing caregiver training and/or coaching
- Experience in provision of alternative and augmentative communication systems
- Ability to communicate in multiple languages in a clinical setting
- Training and knowledge of MBSImP
- Lived experience with a communication difference
Note - All offers of employment will be conditional upon results of a criminal records check/vulnerable sector search and child abuse registry search, all to be satisfactory to the employer. Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted. Should you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at hr@nshsc.nshealth.ca. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act.
Speech-Language Pathologist in Lunenburg employer: Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia
Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia is an exceptional employer that fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment, prioritizing diversity and community engagement. Located in the picturesque coastal towns of Yarmouth and Digby, employees benefit from a collaborative culture that emphasizes meaningful client interactions and professional growth opportunities, including continuing education and varied caseloads. With a commitment to work-life balance and a strong sense of community, HSNS offers a rewarding career path for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of Nova Scotians.
Contact Details:
Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia Recruitment Team
