Job Description

Join our passionate team at Evergreen Communication Therapy

, where your skills as a

Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA)

or

Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)

will help empower adults living with aphasia and other communication disorders through innovative, evidence-based, and community-driven programs!

We are a collaborative team of professionals focused on providing

relevant, functional, and person-centered therapy

for individuals with communication disorders across the lifespan.

Individually and together, we:

Are advocates for people living with

aphasia, acquired brain injury, and other communication disorders

Provide a

respectful, supportive, and inclusive environment

Seek opportunities to

reduce communication barriers

and

increase accessibility

in our communities and in our practice
Evergreen Communication Therapy is currently looking for a

passionate, creative, and personable Communicative Disorders Assistant or SLPA

to join our team in delivering

in-person 1:1 and group communication therapy

for adults living with aphasia through our

Evergreen programs

and the

Halton-Peel Community Aphasia Programs (H-PCAP)

.

This position will start as

part-time

, with the goal of growing into

full-time hours

as programs expand.

Location:

Community-based and in-clinic programming across

Halton and Peel regions

, with supervision provided by Speech-Language Pathologists from

Evergreen Communication Therapy Ltd.

Responsibilities:

Deliver one-to-one and/or small group communication therapy for adults living with aphasia Facilitate

community-based aphasia group programs

focused on participation, connection, and conversation Plan and prepare engaging, functional activities with guidance from supervising SLPs Maintain accurate clinical documentation and data Support client and caregiver education, workshops, and events Stay current with evidence-based practices and person-centered care models Supervise students and volunteers as appropriate Participate in

team meetings, clinical rounds, and community events

Skills, Requirements, and Qualifications:

Graduate from an accredited

Communicative Disorders Assistant program

Experience working under the supervision of a

Speech-Language Pathologist

Strong interpersonal, communication, and time-management skills Confidence facilitating group discussions and supporting diverse communication needs Comfort using technology and software (e.g., Zoom, Google Drive, etc.) Experience in community or group programming is an asset Takes initiative and works well both independently and collaboratively Current

Police Check for the Vulnerable Sector

required

Benefits:

Be part of a growing network of

community aphasia programs

across Halton and Peel Gain unique experience developing and facilitating

evidence-based communication groups

Work with a supportive, interdisciplinary team of

SLPs, CDAs, and other professionals

Professional development

and mentorship opportunities

Health Spending Account

available for eligible staff

Closing date:

Until filled

We thank all those who apply but only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We are committed to

accessibility, diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity.

We consider applicants without regard to age, race, colour, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

If you require an accommodation, please let us know -

Evergreen Communication Therapy Ltd.

will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process.

To learn more about our collaborative programs and community partnerships, please visit

www.evergreen-therapy.ca

or follow us online

@evergreenforsurvivors

.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.00-$30.00 per hour

Benefits:

Extended health care Flexible schedule
Ability to commute/relocate:

Burlington, ON L7N 3P3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

What hours are you available to work and how many hours per week are you looking for?
Licence/Certification:

Communicative Disorders Assistant graduate certificate (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Burlington, ON L7N 3P3