Hearing and Speech Nova ScotiaPosting Number SLP1226 (Quote this number on application documents)This is an NSGEU Bargaining Unit position.LocationLower SackvilleCompensation$51.06-$66.50/hourHours: 70 hours biweeklyStart DateASAPEnd DateOne year from start dateClosing DateOctober 1st, 2026Speech-Language PathologistLower SackvilleHearing 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 CanadaA Province-wide support network of qualified colleagues, clinical resources, and coordinated clinical servicesVaried caseloads and work settingsSalaries (full-time) commensurate with experience (starting at $92,939),



and excellent benefits packageContinuing education opportunitiesOpportunities for relocation and clinical specializationWe are accepting applications for the temporary, full-time position of Speech-Language Pathologist. The home base is Lower Sackville. The successful candidate reports to the assigned Manager. Schedule to be determined.RequirementsMaster's Degree in Speech-Language PathologyNova Scotia College of Audiologists & Speech-Language Pathologists (NSCASLP) licensure or eligible 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 will have to demonstrate current immunization and/or boosters at the end of the probationary periodRecent experience with provision of pediatric speech and language assessment and treatmentFamiliarity with a variety of service delivery options for pediatric caseloadsDemonstrated commitment to family-centered careAssets2 years of experience with preschool SLP caseloadExperience working with interprofessional clinical teams and/or working with supportive personnelRecent experience with autism assessment and treatmentExperience with provision of services via telepracticeExperience providing caregiver training and/or coachingAbility to communicate in multiple languages in a clinical settingLived experience with a communication differenceAble to start immediatelyNote – 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 [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.

📌 Speech-Language Pathologist - Slp1226 (Bedford)
🏢 Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia
📍 Bedford