Job Description

We are accepting applications for a contract Communicative Disorders Assistant in our Peterborough location. This contract will continue until July 31, 2026.

In this position, you will provide a variety of centre-based, school-based and/or purchased rehabilitation services under the supervision of a speech language pathologist, according to operational need. You will provide services in accordance with the F-Words principles, family centered care and parent engagement and prepare therapy materials as required or requested by individual clinicians. You will have the opportunity to participate as a member of the speech discipline, clinical multidisciplinary team and resource committees to promote quality service for children. You will provide consultation, training and/or education to clients, their caregivers and schools and other agencies under supervision of staff speech language pathologists.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Execute home programs, parent coaching, group and individual treatment plans with clients referred for intervention with a Communicative Disorder Assistant (CDA). Execute programs both in person and virtually according to Centre policies and procedures including privacy, confidentiality and consent. Maintain documentation records, according to Centre guidelines, ensuring communication regarding treatment goals/plan/progress with the primary therapist. Participate in running parent training programs, including parent only and parent-child sessions which may include videotaping and follow up. Maintain knowledge of current practices and augmentative communication (AAC) strategies/technology in the field of communication assistive disorders, including but not limited to the use of AAC strategies and both high and low tech devices (displays, Got Talk and Lamp, Hanen, Gestalt). Organize and maintain the department's test and materials cupboards, filing cabinets and equipment supplies. Comply with relevant Centre statistical, clinical and administrative reporting requirements in a timely manner. Assist in data collection for the Preschool Speech and Language Program - Healthy Child Development - Integrated Services for Children Information System (HCD-ISCIS).

What you bring:

Post graduate diploma in Communicative Disorders Assistant from an accredited College. Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including use of augmentative communication strategies and devices is an asset. Demonstrated ability in communication, organizational skills and problem solving. Committed to work within a family-centred approach. Ability to work collaboratively with staff and with other professionals or partners. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all information pertinent to the children and families served by the Centre. Access to reliable transportation to travel to all Centre locations and to schools. Must be willing to work some evenings and Saturdays, as required. Proof of updated immunizations including COVID-19 (two doses). Clear vulnerable sector check.

What We Offer:

Training and mentoring opportunities - new grads welcome! Competitive salary range.

$54,064 - $61,070

, commensurate with experience. Optional HOOPP pension Flexible work arrangements. Excellent paid time off policies. Professional development opportunities. 35-hour work week (Monday - Friday); may be required to work occasional evenings. Opportunity to connect to the community and make a positive contribution.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract

Pay: $54,064.00-$61,070.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension On-site parking Paid time off
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2025-08-08