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
The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre is a community based organization providing innovative, strength based, family centered services to children, youth and their families on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Stó:lō and Nlaka'pamux 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 staff. We envision a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our communities and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Director of 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 children's 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 located in any of our three offices (Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Mission). 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.
We are currently seeking enthusiastic applicants who are interested in working with preschool-aged and/or school-aged children and youth.
Qualifications
· Master's 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
· Ability to speak more than one language is an asset
· RASP registration is an asset
· Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle for work
What We Provide:
- Salary range as per HSA Collective Agreement
- Extended Health and Dental Plan
- Municipal Pension Plan
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Yearly education allowance ($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 mileage reimbursement
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.”
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.