Speech & Language Pathologist

Sprout Family Health offers a fresh, proactive approach to healthcare that is team-based and specially designed for families with young children. Based in Victoria, BC, we focus on prevention, child development, and integrating wellness into everyday care. Our team delivers a range of services, from comprehensive health checkups to specialized support, creating flexible, family-centered care that meets the unique needs of each family member. At Sprout Family Health, we’re dedicated to nurturing wellness with heart, warmth, and a touch of whimsy, making healthcare accessible, engaging, and effective for all.‍

About the Role: Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP)‍

As a Speech and Language Pathologist at Sprout Family Health, you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team redefining family-centered proactive healthcare. Working alongside a team led by a Nurse Practitioner and supported by a Health Navigator (Registered Nurse), as well as specialists in physical, functional, and mental health, you’ll deliver personalized, holistic care that supports the health and wellness goals of our families.

In this role, you’ll support children and adults in building and enhancing their communication, language, and speech abilities through thorough assessments, goal-focused intervention, and close collaboration within the care team. You’ll address areas ranging from speech and language challenges to social communication and cognitive-communication needs, empowering members to express themselves confidently in all areas of life. Additionally, your work may involve addressing broader developmental and neurodiverse needs in partnership with other specialists, ensuring every member receives personalized, comprehensive support.

Our team-based model emphasizes early intervention, seamless access to care, and equipping families with the knowledge and tools they need for lasting health. You’ll contribute to individualized care pathways that include in-depth assessments, self-management education, and referrals for ongoing therapy as necessary. If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of young families and thrive in a collaborative, proactive healthcare environment, we’d love to hear from you!

This is a permanent, part-time, contract role which is primarily virtual and occasionally requires commuting to our clinic in James Bay, Victoria BC. ‍

Responsibilities:

• Conduct Evaluations and Develop Treatment Plans: Assess patients’ communication skills, creating individualized plans for a wide range of conditions, including phonological disorders, aphasia, fluency disorders, apraxia of speech, articulation issues, language delays, cognitive-communication challenges, and voice disorders.
• Deliver Patient-Centered, Evidence-Based Care: Provide high-quality, patient-centered care that’s informed by current research and best practices, educating patients and their families on effective communication strategies.
• Collaborate Across Disciplines: Work closely with an interdisciplinary team that includes Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Clinical Counselors, and other health professionals to create holistic, integrated care plans.
• Coordinate with Stakeholders: Collaborate with third-party stakeholders, maintaining comprehensive reports and records in line with standards.
• Pursue Professional Development: Stay current with industry developments, attending educational opportunities at Sprout Family Health and continuously refining skills to ensure the highest quality of care.

Qualifications:

• Credentials: Current registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC (CHCPBC) and a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology, or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Clinical Expertise: Strong foundation in evidence-based practice, with at least 1 year of clinical experience, ideally in Pediatric Speech Pathology focused on language disorders, articulation, and fluency.
• Commitment to Growth: A passion for learning and continuous growth, with openness to exploring new ideas and service delivery approaches.
• Strong Communication Skills: Proven ability to collaborate within a diverse team. You communicate clearly, using language that provides reassurance and supports healing, both verbally and in writing.
• Teaching Enthusiasm: A love for sharing knowledge and mentoring colleagues to enhance team expertise.
• Humility and Curiosity: Eagerness to learn and collaborate effectively in a team setting.

If you are passionate about providing exceptional and proactive healthcare and love the idea of doing family health care the way it should be done, we would love to hear from you! 

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