NEW* Communicative Disorders Assistant {OPSEU MH-26-123}

North Bay Regional Health Centre; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

North Bay Regional Health Centre invites applications for a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant within the Allied Rehab Services department. You will support the supervising SLP with speech, language, and swallowing programs, screen patients, and develop therapy materials.

Documentation remains accurate and focused on outcomes within established protocols. You will provide evidence-based therapy interventions, evaluate progress toward goals, and collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to

Qualifications

• Diploma in Communication Disorders Assistant or equivalent
• 1–2 years experience with adults preferred; new grads welcome
• B.C.L.S. certificate required; multilingual ability is an asset

Responsibilities

• Support supervising SLP with speech, language and swallowing programs
• Screen patients per established protocols and document responses
• Develop patient-centered therapy materials and provide evidence-based interventions
• Evaluate intervention effectiveness and progress toward goals
• Contribute to a culture of safety and multidisciplinary collaboration

Skills

Team collaboration

Case management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Safety awareness

Bilingual English/French (asset)

Education

Communication Disorders Assistant Diploma

B.C.L.S. certificate

Job description

Department: Allied Rehab Services

Supporting the recommendations made by supervising SLP regarding speech, language, and swallowing programming, screening, strategies, resources, and modifications for the patient and their families. Following established screening protocols, documenting responses accurately without interpretation beyond pass/fail and determining if the patient requires further assessment. Developing patient centered therapy materials. Providing evidence-based therapy intervention. Evaluating the effectiveness of the intervention response and progress toward patient centered goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Certification/Experience/Knowledge:

• Communication Disorders Assistant Diploma or other relevant courses
• 1-2 years of experiences with adults is preferred; but new grads are welcome to apply
• Member of Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada preferred;
• Current B.C.L.S. certificate required;
• Preference will be given to candidates with recent experience in stroke and neuro rehabilitation

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment required;
• Strong case management skills and ability to work in a high-paced environment;
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required;
• Computer competency required;
• Must demonstrate commitment to ensure your safety, the safety of fellow workers, patients, volunteers, and visitors;
• Must support and contribute to a culture of safety and prevention of adverse health events in this organization;
• Bilingualism (Advanced level English/French) is an asset. All unilingual candidates are encouraged to apply and may be considered if the identified French requirement has been met or there are no successful bilingual candidates. A formal French test will be conducted to evaluate the proficiency level.

Pay rate, benefits and other terms and conditions are as per the OPSEU 662 Collective Agreement

North Bay Regional Health Centre is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your application.

All new hires are required to complete a Criminal Record Check (CRC) or a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), as applicable to the position. A satisfactory result, in accordance with organizational requirements, is a condition of employment.

NORTH BAY REGIONAL HEALTH CENTRE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER