Original job description
We are seeking a Casual Speech-language Pathologist | Early Childhood Development at Kelowna Community Health and Services Centre in Kelowna, BC.
Days of work: Monday to Friday, Days
Shift times: 08:30 to 16:30
This is a casual position. Casual means hours are not guaranteed and that days of work and shift times may vary. Many careers with us begin with casual employment and lead to permanent or temporary career opportunities.
How will we help you grow?
Interior Health offers excellent benefits and many opportunities to maximize your skills. We are an organization where you have room to grow in a place where life outside of work is just as important to us as it is to you.
What will you work on?
The Early Childhood Development (ECD) S-LP works with children aged birth-to-school entry from a variety of cultural backgrounds and their parents/caregivers. The ECD S-LP will engage in screening, assessment, intervention, coaching, and education in all areas of speech, language, and communication with this population. The ECD S-LP will collaborate with other professionals from the Ministry of Children & Family Development (MCFD), Ministry of Education, as well as local community organizations.
We are looking for an ECD S-LP with experience/preference working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers and their caregivers. The ECD S-LP will have excellent oral and written communication abilities and be able to connect with people from all types of backgrounds. The ECD S-LP will be creative in supporting clients’ goals while adhering to program guidelines. The ECD S-LP will be an active and engaged team member, able to respectfully communicate and resolve conflict in a timely manner.
Where are we located?
Enjoy the stunning views of Okanagan Lake with beach days and water activities in the summer, and explore the nearby mountains for hiking, biking and skiing throughout the year.
Kelowna is renowned for its world-class wineries, plus, the vibrant arts and culture scene and array of local restaurants and shops add to the city’s dynamic lifestyle.
With endless outdoor adventures, fresh local flavors, and a welcoming community, Kelowna is the perfect place to live, work and explore.
Apply today!
More about this job
Responsibilities
Provide screening, assessment, intervention, coaching, and education in speech, language, and communication for children from birth to school entry and their caregivers. Collaborate with families, other professionals, and community organizations to support children’s goals within program guidelines.
Requirements
The posting seeks a speech-language pathologist with experience or a preference for working with infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers. Strong oral and written communication, the ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds, creativity, teamwork, and timely conflict resolution are expected.
Skills
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Screening
- Assessment
- Intervention
- Coaching
- Education
- Speech and Language Development
- Communication Skills
- Caregiver Engagement
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Cultural Competence
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Education
- Social Services
Keywords
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Early Childhood Development
- Speech
- Language
- Communication
- Screening
- Assessment
- Intervention
- Coaching
- Education
- Infants
- Toddlers
- Preschoolers
- Parents and Caregivers
- Cultural Backgrounds
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Ministry of Children and Family Development
- Ministry of Education
- Community Organizations
- Program Guidelines
- Teamwork
- Conflict Resolution
