Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist
Full-time, Permanent Position
37.5 hours weekly
Salary range is $44.25 - $53.83 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
RRSP share plan and benefits
11 weeks vacation (7 weeks paid)
Employees of the Child Development Centre primarily work following the school calendar This position is covered by the Public Service Alliance of Canada Collective
Excellent opportunity to join the professional team of the Child Development Centre in beautiful Whitehorse, Yukon. Our growing team provides quality early intervention services to children from birth – 5 years of age throughout the Yukon. You will work as part of a transdisciplinary team and will be one of seven speech- language pathologists responsible for assessment, consultation and intervention for children with a wide variety of needs. Travel to rural communities may be required. Relocation allowance is available.
Nestled in iconic Yukon, Whitehorse is a spectacular city with room to spread out and enjoy a variety of activities such as hiking, x-country and downhill skiing, mountain biking and a vast array of arts and cultural activities. Whitehorse offers English first-language, French-first language and French immersion schools.
Surrounded by mountains and nestled among dense black spruce and poplar forests of the Yukon River Valley, the City of Whitehorse aptly chose “The Wilderness City” as its slogan. With some of the cleanest air in the world, yet with multiple flights to southern jurisdictions offered daily, Whitehorse is more connected than you think.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology and eligibility for membership in SAC
Experience working in a cross-cultural setting
Experience working with young children with developmental needs and families
Experience with feeding, fluency and Hanen programs is an asset
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Closing date: Until Position is Filled
For further inquiries, contact:
Michelle King, Manager
Child Development Centre Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 2C6
867-335-1070
E-mail: michelle.king@cdcyukon.ca
Thank you for your interest in the Child Development Centre. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
