Speech Language Pathologist

Exciting Opportunity for Speech Language Pathologists!

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives through communication? Join our team as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) and provide direct care to diverse populations with a wide variety of conditions. Utilize your clinical problem-solving approach to deliver individualized patient care in accordance with the highest standards and guidelines of SLP practice.

You will have the opportunity to develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs aimed at preventing or minimizing communication disorders. Be at the forefront of innovative approaches to enhance communication and improve quality of life.

To excel in this role, you will be required to work independently while collaborating seamlessly within a multidisciplinary team. You will approach each client's health needs holistically, leveraging your critical thinking skills to provide comprehensive care.

This government-run service offers a competitive salary, paid vacation leave, a defined pension benefit, and a consistent work schedule. Plus, you will have access to a wealth of educational and professional development opportunities to advance your career.

Join us in the vibrant City of Yellowknife, where you will be part of a supportive team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the city's health and well-being.

Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology AND eligible for licensure with a Canadian Provincial licensing body within 6 months of hire.

To learn more about this opportunity clink the link at the top of the page to read the detailed job description

Apply now and embark on an enriching career journey in the Spectacular Northwest Territories!

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Labour Market Supplement

The successful incumbent will receive a $10,000 supplement upon hire and an additional $10,000 supplement after completion of 12 months of continuous employment contingent on remaining employed in an eligible position for a further 12 months. This is a taxable benefit and will be subject to applicable deductions

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Immunization Status

The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.

Registrations

Professionally licensed or eligible for licensure (within 6 months) in any Canadian province is mandatory for this position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening  # 27185

Closing Date:
Open until filled

Salary Information

The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $106,158.

- $126,809.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.

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