Communicative Disorders Assistant

Speech Specialists Canada; Whitby; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise thérapeutique novatrice recherche un Assistant en Troubles de la Communication dynamique et créatif, travaillant à la fois dans des écoles et en clinique. Le candidat idéal a un diplôme accrédité, des compétences en communication exceptionnelles et une passion pour travailler avec divers clients, y compris ceux sur le spectre de l'autisme. Ce poste hybride offre des opportunités de croissance au sein d'une équipe collaborative et centrée sur le patient.

Qualifications

• Diplômé d'un programme accrédité en Assistant en Troubles de la Communication.
• Membre de CDAAC.
• Expérience avec des enfants sur le spectre de l'autisme est un plus.

Responsibilities

• Fournir des thérapies à des clients de différents âges sous supervision.
• Collaborer avec le SLP et d'autres praticiens.
• Créer et développer des matériaux de thérapie selon les besoins.

Skills

Communication orale et écrite

Collaboration

Education

Diplôme d'un programme accrédité d'Assistant en Troubles de la Communication

Job description

The Speech Specialists are a highly experienced group of Speech Language Pathologists, Speech Language Associates, Behavioural Therapists, and Occupational Therapists that provide private in home services for clients all across Southern Ontario. We provide individualized and comprehensive assessments as well as unique treatment programs for each of our clients. The Speech Specialists strongly believe in a multi-disciplinary and family centered approach to therapy.

Our goal is to provide a work environment that is collaborative, energetic, and welcoming to all our therapists and practitioners. Our vision is simple. Therapy should be accessible, convenient, family centered, and provided by practitioners that have a passion for helping others.

Job Description :

The Speech Specialists are looking for an energetic and creative Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) in the Mississauga to provide speech therapy services under the guidance and supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).

This is a hybrid CDA position with 3 days in TDSB and TCDSB schools providing therapy to school aged clients and 2 days in the Mississauga clinic providing therapy to private clients. The CDA will be required to provide therapy services based on assessed client goals focusing on evidence based practice, parent training, and client-centered services.

Duties & Responsibilities

CDA Duties :

• Provide therapy to clients of various ages (children, adults, and rehab patients) under supervision of Speech Language Pathologist.
• Work with clients from different backgrounds and specialized populations.
• Collaborate and consult with SLP and other practitioners.
• Create and develop therapy materials as needed.
• Provide families with resources, information, and home programs.
• Assist with parent and client workshops.
• Participate in continuing education classes and workshops to remain current.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following requirements :

• Graduate from an accredited Communicative Disorders Assistant Program.
• Member of CDAAC.
• Experience working with children on the Autism Spectrum is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are a MUST.
• Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Interested applicants may apply with their resume and cover letter by email

We thank all candidates for their interest but only suitable candidates will be contacted for the position.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time, Permanent