speech-language pathologist
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Speech Language Pathologist I
Posted on October 09, 2025 by Employer details NL Health Services
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Zone: Labrador Grenfell ZoneLocation: Labrador Health CentreSpeech Language Pathologist ILabrador Grenfell Zone - LHC SPEECH PATHOLOGYPermanent Full-time55322POSHours: 75 hours bi-weekly (8 hours; Days)Salary: CGHP41 ($42.96 - $53.49 per hour), plus Labrador Allowance (if applicable).The following incentives may be applicable:Signing bonus up to $16,000Student Bursary up to $10,000Relocation AssistanceFor more information on bursaries/incentives please visit www.workinhealthnl.ca/incentives or email employment@nlhealthservices.caCompetition Number: VAC0008785Posted Date: 2025-03-13Closing Date: Open until filled.Qualifications:Master?s Degree in Speech Language Pathology from a recognized University;Must be eligible for certification with the Canadian Association of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists;Strong interpersonal and organization skills and current knowledge of professional practice issues and standards are essential;This position is required to have own personal vehicle for work purpose therefore is required to have a valid driver?s license.Duties and Responsibilities: (Include but not limited to):Screens referrals for appropriateness, determines priority status of clients, meets with clients, obtains case history through chart reviews, discusses with healthcare professionals and interviews client and family members;Administers informal assessments through observation, formal through standardized test batteries, and instrumental assessments such as barium swallow studies and acoustic analysis;Identifies clients? strengths, severity, and prognosis of the speech, language communication, or swallowing disorder;Researches evidence-based treatment plans; develops individualized treatment plans and determines frequency and duration of treatment;Counselling and educating clients regarding their condition, treatment and provides strategies to manage same, including education and training in the use of augmentative and alternative communication systems and devices;Refers clients to other professionals as indicated, motivating clients, and if necessary, monitoring progress through telephone or periodic visits to the office or providing group therapy to individuals with similar needs.Completes documentation; writes assessment and discharge reports, and reviews assessment findings with client and family members and discharges client, if appropriate.Advocates for clients when necessary for services including writing letters to community services, specialists, or other professionals.Tracks, completes, and submits workload measurement reports.Schedules clients for assessment, treatment, and goal-settings meetings.Updates and reviews SLP resources (i.e. publications, assessment batteries, treatment materials, and textbooks) and makes recommendations for the purchase of materials and equipment;Participates in team, division, program, and corporate quality initiatives activities such implements and monitors quality assurance standards, identifies and reports equipment problems, unsafe work practices, attends division and SLP council meetings, and participates in developing, implementing, and reviewing team goals;Participates and represents the department on committees and meetings; provides input into policies, SLP guidelines, and protocols for assessment and treatment of specific disorders; and identifies and recommends program development needs and education resources;Presents or provides workshops to other professionals within the community on speech, language, communication, and/or swallowing disorders.Performs other related duties, as required.- LocationHappy Valley-Goose Bay, NL
- Work location On site
- Salary$43.00 to $53.60HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- Source CareerBeacon #2147197
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