Speech Language Pathologist - Masters
Island Health - Vancouver Island Health Authority
Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Victoria, BC
Contract type: Full time
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager or designate and in the context of assigned team(s) with a family centred philosophy, responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a child's communication disorders in order to promote the social, physical, and psychological well being of the child. Clinical guidance/instruction is available from the Senior Speech Language Pathologist.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle; and Valid BC Driver's License.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience
Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Speech Language Practitioner. Master's degree from an accredited school of Speech Pathology and Audiology. Two years previous experience working with children who have multiple disabilities and communication disorders.
Skills And Abilities
https://jd.viha.ca/JD780.pdf
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Manager or designate and in the context of assigned team(s) with a family centred philosophy, responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of a child's communication disorders in order to promote the social, physical, and psychological well being of the child. Clinical guidance/instruction is available from the Senior Speech Language Pathologist.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle; and Valid BC Driver's License.
QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And Experience
Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Speech Language Practitioner. Master's degree from an accredited school of Speech Pathology and Audiology. Two years previous experience working with children who have multiple disabilities and communication disorders.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to independently organize and plan treatment programs, set priorities, and to work with parents and other professional disciplines as part of a team.
- Ability to train and monitor others to deliver SLP programs.
- Ability to be perceptive to the needs of children and families and able to act accordingly with tact, patience, and optimism.
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral English.
- Ability to interact effectively with children with disabilities, families, fellow employees, and the general public.
- Ability to use initiative and exercise good professional judgment.
- Knowledge of group processes and ability to apply facilitation techniques.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Functional use of alternate modes of communication an asset.
https://jd.viha.ca/JD780.pdf
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