Hearing and Speech Nova ScotiaPosting Number:SLP0225 (Quote this number on application documents)Location:Amherst (Albion Street)Compensation:$51.06-$66.50/hourHours:70 hours biweeklyStart Date:ASAPEnd Date:2 years less a day from start dateClosing Date:Open until filledAbout Hearing and Speech Nova ScotiaHearing 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.Position SummaryWe are accepting applications for a temporary, full‑time (1.0 FTE) position of Speech‑Language Pathologist. The home base site is Amherst. The successful candidate will report to the assigned Manager. Schedule to be determined.Required QualificationsMaster's Degree in Speech‑Language PathologyNova Scotia College of Audiologists & Speech‑Language Pathologists (NSCASLP) licensure or eligibility for licensureEffective 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 servicesFlexibility to travel on occasion to attend continuing education, events and/or meetingsCandidates must demonstrate current immunization and/or boosters at the end of the probationary periodRecent experience with provision of preschool speech and language assessment and treatmentFamiliarity with a variety of service delivery options for pediatric caseloadsKnowledge of discipline‑specific best practices in assessment and early intervention of young children with developmental disabilities, specifically those with autismDemonstrated commitment to family‑centered careValid Nova Scotia driver's license and access to a reliable vehicleDesired AssetsTwo years of clinical experience within the last five years with children with autismExperience with off‑site/home‑based service delivery modelExperience working with interprofessional clinical teams and/or supportive personnelExperience with provision of services via telepracticeExperience providing caregiver training and/or coachingExperience in provision of alternative and augmentative communication systemsAbility to communicate in multiple languages in a clinical settingTraining and knowledge of Pivotal Response Treatment and Picture Exchange Communication SystemLived experience with a communication differenceAble to start immediatelyBenefitsA nationally accredited program with Accreditation CanadaA province‑wide support network of professional colleagues, clinical resources, and coordinated clinical servicesVaried caseloads and work settingsSalaries (full‑time) commensurate with experience (starting at $92,939), and an excellent advantages packageContinuing education opportunitiesOpportunities for relocation and clinical specializationEEO StatementHearing 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.NoteAll 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. If you require accommodation during any phase in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at [email protected]. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential and will be handled in compliance with the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Speech-Language Pathologist - Slp0225 - C$51,060 - C$66,500 A Year (Barronsfield)
🏢 Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia
📍 Barronsfield