Job Description

Thrive Therapy is currently hiring a Speech and Language Therapist (SLP) to join our growing team. We are looking for an SLP that is confident and capable of working autonomously, as well as in a team environment. New grads welcome to apply.

The successful SLP will be hired as a contractor and the caseload will primarily be working with the pediatric and adolescent population (ages 1- 18 years), although experience working with adults is an asset.

About Thrive Therapy

Thrive Therapy is proud to be a locally owned and operated company dedicated to providing children, youth, and adult healthcare services across Nova Scotia.

We believe that every person is entitled to a satisfying and meaningful life. Our mission is to support and empower our clients to achieve their goals, using an individualized and client-centred approach.

We offer services at our 2 clinic locations within the Halifax Regional Municipality, as well as in the community, in our client's homes, workplaces, and within school-based settings.

Benefits & Compensation:

Highly competitive compensation. Flexible scheduling and time off. Supportive work environment; a small company where your voice and opinion are heard. Mentorship from experienced clinicians and managers. Routine team meetings for CPD, caseload discussions, interprofessional collaboration, and more. Administrative assistance with booking, billing, emails, etc. Leadership development and career growth opportunities (as preferred). Opportunities to work with a diverse caseload (as preferred).

Requirements:

Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited University. Registration with the The Nova Scotia College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists (NSCASLP). Professional liability insurance. Legal ability to work in Canada. Criminal background check and vulnerable sector check required. A passion for working with clients and families with various needs!

Responsibilities:

Assess the strengths and needs of clients referred for SLP, through formal and informal evaluation, as well as consultation with the family and other community partners (as relevant). Develop and implement individualized treatment programs for each client based on evaluations and re-evaluate progress at regular intervals. Collaborate with the client, family, and community partners for program development and implementation. Ability to work independently and as part of a team to complete assessments, reports, and follow-up visits in a timely manner. Participate in joint therapy sessions, as appropriate.

Work Location:

A mix of home, school, and community visits will be available. Therapists have flexibility to accept or decline referrals based on location, interest, availability, etc.
Job Types: Part-time, Casual, Freelance

Pay: From $67.60 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexible schedule Work from home
Licence/Certification:

registration with the NSCASLP (required)
Work Location: In person