Communicative Disorders Assistant – Hybrid Clinic / School Speech Specialists Canada

Speechspecialists; Whitby; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Speechspecialists is seeking a Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) to deliver speech therapy services in a hybrid role. The CDA will work in schools and a clinic, addressing client goals with a focus on evidence-based practices and family involvement. Candidates should have a degree in the field and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited program required.
• CDAAC membership needed.
• Experience with children on the Autism Spectrum preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy to clients under SLP supervision.
• Work with diverse populations and backgrounds.
• Create therapy materials as needed.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Collaboration

Education

Degree from an accredited Communicative Disorders Assistant Program

Membership in CDAAC

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 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