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Description
Department Information
The Northwest Territories Health and Social Services Authority (NTHSSA) offers challenging and exciting careers in health and social services delivery and administration in Canada’s North. The Territorial Authority has service locations in communities across the territory and a staff of more than 1,600 serving over 43,000 residents of the NWT and 5,900 residents of the Kitikmeot Region of Nunavut. Challenging work, welcoming communities, and expanded opportunities are some of the benefits offered to employees of the NTHSSA.
Job Information
Exciting Opportunity for Speech Language Pathologists!
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives through communication? Join our team as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) and provide direct care to diverse populations with a wide variety of conditions. Utilize your clinical problem-solving approach to deliver individualized patient care in accordance with the highest standards and guidelines of SLP practice.
You will have the opportunity to develop, implement, and evaluate educational programs aimed at preventing or minimizing communication disorders. Be at the forefront of innovative approaches to enhance communication and improve quality of life.
To excel in this role, you will be required to work independently while collaborating seamlessly within a multidisciplinary team. You will approach each client's health needs holistically, leveraging your critical thinking skills to provide comprehensive care.
This government-run service offers a competitive salary, paid vacation leave, a defined pension benefit, and a consistent work schedule. Plus, you will have access to a wealth of educational and professional development opportunities to advance your career.
Join us in the vibrant communities of Fort Smith, Inuvik and the City of Yellowknife, where you will be part of a supportive team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the community's health and well-being. We are hiring for the following vacancies:
- Fort Smith: 1 indeterminate
- Inuvik: 2 one year terms with opportunity to extend
- Yellowknife: 1 indeterminate
Please indicate your location/community of interest on your cover letter/resume.
Typically, the above qualifications would be acquired through the successful completion of a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology.
To learn more about any of these opportunities click the link at the top of the page to read detailed job descriptions for each position.
Apply now and embark on an enriching career journey in the Spectacular Northwest Territories!
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Health Recruitment
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
hlthss_recruitment@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Affirmative Action
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affirmative Action Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Immunization Status
The successful candidate will be required to obtain proof of current up-to-date immunization status.
Registrations
Eligible for membership with Speech and Audiology Canada and be professionally licensed in any Canadian province is mandatory for this position.
For more information on health and social services careers and practicing in the Northwest Territories please visit www.practiceNWT.ca
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 25136
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $49.12 per hour to $58.68 per hour (approximately $95,784 - $114,426) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $6,903 for Fort Smith, $14,661 for Inuvik and $3,700 for Yellowknife.