Communicative Disorders Assistant, Temporary Full Time, Outpatient Stroke, Rehabilitation Thera[...]

Providence Care; Kingston; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Care is seeking a Communicative Disorders Assistant to contribute to patient rehabilitation under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist. This role involves conducting screenings, delivering treatment, and ensuring the comfort and safety of clients within a supportive healthcare environment. With a focus on quality care and professional development, this position offers a temporary full-time opportunity with a competitive salary in a state-of-the-art facility.

Benefits

Competitive salaries with benefits in lieu

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)

On-site café and cafeteria

Education, mentorship, and bursary opportunities

Qualifications

• Trained in rehabilitating clients with communication and cognition issues.
• Experience with adults having acquired neurogenic disorders is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Conducts speech-language screenings under supervision.
• Delivers treatment programs as per protocols.
• Manages client documentation with therapist oversight.

Skills

Rehabilitating clients in communication

Knowledge in cognition

Experience with neurogenic disorders

Education

Completion of the Communicative Disorders Assistant program

Job description

Job Code: 16499

Status: Temporary Full Time (up to 12 months)

Location: Providence Care Hospital

Union: OPSEU 4104 Service Clerical

Wage: $31.41 - $32.39

Posting Period: Posted Until Filled

Under the general direction of the Program Manager/Clinical Program Coordinating Supervisor and the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist, the Communicative Disorders Assistant carries out treatment programs with assigned patients. As a member of the Speech Language Pathology Practice group, the Communicative Disorders Assistant participates in discipline specific and inter-professional activities that are directed towards a client-centred environment and that contribute to operational efficiency, program and professional development.

Skills And Qualifications Required

• Completion of the Communicative Disorders Assistant program
• Demonstrated training, skills and education in rehabilitating clients in the areas of communication and cognition
• Experience working with adults with acquired neurogenic disorders is an asset
  
  

Position Responsibilities

• Conducts speech-language or hearing screenings (without interpretation) following specified screening protocols developed by the supervising therapist
• Delivers treatment and/or remediation programs to clients selected by the supervising therapist
• Follows documented treatment protocols developed by supervising therapist
• Assists therapist during the assessment of clients
• Completes client documentation under the supervision of a speech language pathologist
• Ensures the comfort and safety of clients
• Assists in the maintenance and housekeeping of the treatment areas
• Schedules/organizes group and/or individual appointments as appropriate
• Participates in day to day decision making and solution finding
• Participates in committees as required
  
  

Why Work At Providence Care Hospital

• Specialized sub-acute Care in rehabilitation, mental health services, complex medical management and palliative care
• A hospital striving for excellence in care, education and research
• Committed to people centred approach to care delivery
• Competitive salaries with percentage in lieu of benefits & vacation
• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• State of the Art Building with on-site parking
• On-site café and cafeteria with a variety of food options
• Corporate and unit/service specific orientation for new hires
• Focus on Healthy Workplace & Culture of Quality
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Education, mentorship and bursary opportunities
• Fully affiliated with Queen’s University and St. Lawrence College and other academic institutions
• Located on the shores of Lake Ontario surrounded by park land and walking trails