Job Description

Salary: $42.27 - $52.81

If you've got the knack for turning words into wonders and making learning fun, we want to hear from you! Our team is on the lookout for Speech-Language Pathologists with a passion for turning language into an adventure journey. Apply today!

About FVCDC

Fraser Valley Child Development Centreis a community based organization providing innovative, strength based, family centered services to children, youth and their familieson the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the St:l and Nlakapamux peoples. We are located in the beautiful Fraser Valley, close to nature and city. Our work focuses on child development supporting, advocating, and empowering children and families. Services are delivered in a culture of excellence, diversity, and respect, with a focus on positive outcomes for each child, their families, our staff and our community. We believe in Helping Kids Shine.

The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre is a flexible, supportive employer that invests in the mental health, wellbeing, and professional development of (our) their staff. FVCDC envisions a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our communities. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Department Leader -Speech-Language Services, this position is responsible for all aspects of caseload management using clinically accepted procedures to assess, plan and carry out speech-language programs either directly or through training caregivers and support staff. The S-LP works collaboratively with childrens families and other professionals (including OT, PT, Infant & Child Development Consultants, Key workers and more) to determine the best array and intensity of services for children based on the goals of their families. Positions may be based in either of our two locations (Abbotsford, Chilliwack) with possible travel to adjacent communities we serve (e.g. Mission, Hope). Our S-LPs work in homes, community settings, private schools and in our offices delivering services to a wide range of children and youth aged birth to 18 years across several FVCDC programs.

Position Type: Temporary, Part-time (0.6 FTE/22.5 hour/weekly), one year maternity leave coverage.

UNION CLASSIFICATION: P1, Schedule I

Qualifications

Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
Current registration with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC
Interest in working in a multidisciplinary team to support families and children
Previous experience working with children and youth is an asset
Previous experience working in a public or private school setting is an asset
Education and experience working in Indigenous communities is an asset
New graduates are welcome to apply
Ability to speak more than one language is an asset
RASP registration is an asset
Valid drivers license and access to a vehicle for work

What We Provide:

Salary range as per HSA Collective Agreement
Extended Health, Vision and Dental Plan
Life Insurance
Municipal Pension Plan
Paid vacation and sick time
Yearly education allowance up to $1000
Additional learning and development opportunities
Collaborative team environment
Flexible working hours, with opportunity to do some work from home
Work cell phone and laptop
On-site free parking
Travel time and mileage reimbursement
Mentorship

Equity Diversity and Inclusion

FVCDC envisions a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our communities. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, religion, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

We are dedicated to strengthening the well-being, growth and participation of children, youth and their families through innovative evidence-based child development services.

Location: To meet operational requirements, staff may be assigned/reassigned to a different FVCDC location with a minimum notice period of two weeks, up to a maximum of four weeks.

Disclaimer:Please directly apply to career opportunities at the Fraser Valley Child Development Centre (FVCDC) on our careers page to make sure your application reaches the Hiring Manager. Any job Postings which are not posted on FVCDC career page are not legitimate job opportunities posted by FVCDC. Please note that FVCDC never requests your SIN number and any personal details prior to the onboarding (interview) process.

Fraser Valley Child Development Centre

Open Positions

Speech-Language Pathologist - Maternity Leave Coverage