Aboriginal Speech & Language Pathologist

Job Posting - ASLP

Laichwiltach Family Life Society (LFLS) has an opening for a pediatric Speech/Language Pathologist within our Indigenous Early Intervention (0-6 Years) Program in the Campbell River area.  This team provides culturally sensitive, meaningful services to young children and their families prior to kindergarten entry.  The 0-6 Program is based out of a publicly funded, non-profit community service hub that celebrates and envisions a thriving, proud, respectful, and inclusive community.

Education: 

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Requirements:

• Experience working with young children and their families is an asset
  *New graduates are welcome to apply*
• Cultural sensitivity to children’s and family’s needs
• Desire to work within a multi-disciplinary, collaborative, family-centered early intervention team
• Eligibility for registration with the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC (CSHBC)
• Criminal record check
• First aid certification (in-house training is available)
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle

Benefits:

• Manageable caseload size
• Unique, culturally rich experiences through Indigenous trainings and gatherings hosted by LFLS
• Paid travel to the traditional territories of the We Wai Kai, Wei Wai Kum, Klahoose, and Mowachaht Muchalaht First Nations
• Paid time off, including professional development.
• Generous materials and educational budgets
• Extended health benefits, including health, dental, and critical illness.
• Eligibility for the BC Loan Forgiveness Program (https://studentaidbc.ca)
• Membership fees cover up to $750 per year.

Salary: $47-$50

Hours per week: 5 days (35hrs per week)

Deadline: December 15th   or Until position is filled

Start Date: TBD.

Interested applicants: Please submit resumé, cover letter, and two references.

Drop off, mail (441-4th Avenue, Campbell River, BC V9W 3W7), or fax (250-286-3483) to Laichwiltach Family Life Society

Attention: Audrey Wilson

Only those short listed will be contacted for interview.