Communicative Disorders Assistant

Northwest Employment Works; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A pediatric health facility in Thunder Bay is seeking a Communicative Disorders Assistant to provide speech and language services. The role includes individual and group interventions, creating communication materials, and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates must hold a CDA degree, be registered with CDAAC, and possess strong communication skills. Experience with Indigenous communities is a plus.

Qualifications

• Registered with CDAAC.
• Experience with Augmentative and Alternative Communication is an asset.
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group interventions for communication issues.
• Create/revise communication boards and programs.
• Provide training and education to clients and their caregivers.

Skills

Effective collaboration

Creative problem solving

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility

Education

Communicative Disorders Assistant Degree or Diploma

Job description

George Jeffrey Children’s Centre is a paediatric health facility in Thunder Bay, Ontario providing occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech-language pathology, social work, behaviour therapy and recreation services to children and youth with physical, communication and developmental needs.

George Jeffrey Children’s Centre is seeking a Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) to work as part of our collaborative team providing speech and language services within the City and District of Thunder Bay. Responsibilities include providing individual and group interventions for communication issues, creating/revising communication boards and programs, providing training and education to clients and their caregivers, preparation and maintenance of program materials and resources, and maintaining progress notes. Some travel within the District of Thunder Bay may be required.

To be considered for this position, candidates should meet the following criteria:
• Hold a Communicative Disorders Assistant Degree or Diploma
• Be registered with CDAAC
• Proven ability to work effectively as part of an inter-disciplinary team
• Ability to collaborate with service partners, families, caregivers and other stakeholders
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Creative and flexible
• Experience with Augmentative and Alternative Communication is an asset
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a personal vehicle

The successful candidate will be required to submit a Police Vulnerable Sector Check. Knowledge and experience working with Indigenous peoples and communities is considered an asset. Bilingualism English/French is considered an asset.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to enrich children’s lives, while enhancing your professional and personal growth in our team-based environment. Passion for providing the best possible standard of care, understanding of pediatric behavioural services, and exceptional people skills are key to succeeding in this role. We encourage applications from qualified candidates, who share our vision of empowered children and families.
This posting will remain open until filled.