Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Island Health

  • Victoria, BC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Close DateLocationVictoria Home and Community Care - Victoria, BC V8T 3P7 CA (Primary)Work Area (FBA Only)Multi-SiteYesTravel RequirementTravel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirementShift Start Time/End Time0800-1600Days OffWeekend/StatsVacancy TypeRegular FTSalary Range (Hourly Rate)$28.52 - $30.06Paid FTE1Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS75Planned Start DateMar. 25 2024Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)Pending Return of IncumbentNoCRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)YesJob DescriptionIn accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values and strategic direction of the Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient & staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.Reporting to the Team Manager and under a co-leadership structure with Communication Assistance for Youth and Adults (CAYA) and working under the direction of the Speech Language Pathologist, implements rehabilitative treatment plans and client activities by administering routine procedures, documenting client s progress, preparing appropriate client materials/activities, maintaining augmentative communication and other related equipment, and maintaining an inventory of supplies.Travel will be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.QUALIFICATIONS:Education, Training And ExperienceCompletion of a formal Speech-Pathology Assistant Program at a recognized post-secondary institution plus one year's recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Demonstrated proficiency with basic AAC technology and AAC software, specifically BoardmakerValid BC drivers license and operational motor vehicleSkills And Abilities
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to deal with others effectively.
  • Physical abilities to carry out the duties of the position.
  • Ability to provide client instruction under guidance of a Speech-Language Pathologist.
  • Ability to organize work.
  • Ability to operate related work equipment, including but not limited to computers, digital cameras, printers, and laminators.
Link to Full Job DescriptionAdditional information for applicantsThis is an SLP Assistant position with CAYA (Communication Assistance for Youth and Adults).Additional ClausesVaccination Notification: To keep our employees, clients and the communities we serve safe, Island Health is enforcing an employee mandatory vaccination policy which is intended to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. As such, Island Health requires Proof of BC Provincial Immunization Registration as a condition of employment, and any offers of employment are contingent on you providing proof of vaccination prior to commencement of the offered effective date. If an offer of employment is extended, but proof of vaccination is not provided, the offer will be rescinded.Requisition CACommunity SubsectorAffiliation/UnionHEU

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