Communicative Disorders Assistant - Toronto, Canada - Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Key Responsibilities

Provides client and familycentred care which is goal directed, evidence based and outcome oriented
Respects the client/family?s rights to make decisions based on their own values, beliefs and experiences
Bases practice on direction provided by the Speech-Language Pathologist and in accordance with established policies and procedures
Carries out the Speech-Language Pathology designated programs to individual clients or groups of clients who are being seen for augmentative and alternative communication and documents client progress
Provides education to clients, caregivers and other professionals under direct supervision by the Speech-Language Pathologist
Develops materials for use with individual clients.
Participates in onthejob training and continuing education/professional development where appropriate
Documents accurate workload statistics
Collects relevant data as directed by the Speech-Language Pathologist
Maintains clean, safe equipment and materials and assists in reviewing inventory
Attends and participates in staff meetings
Participates in quality management activities
Communicates in a timely and effective manner with team members and clients
Provides client/caregiver training, followup and equipment preparation under the supervision of the primary clinician
Identifies practice issues and participates in their resolution with the clinical staff
Adheres to Charting Guideline, Speech-Language Pathology Documentation Guidelines and the Ontario College of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Standards of Practice
Participates in research activities as applicable
Utilizes research information to support evidence based practice
Participates in quality improvement initiatives, supports the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment and advances a culture of client/patient safety through work and daily practices
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Graduate of a Communicative Disorders Assistant program
Previous job related experience required (or practicum experience for new graduates)
Experience working with children with physical and developmental disabilities preferred
Experience working in a an interdisciplinary setting is preferred
Familiarity and experience with Augmentative and Alternative Communication systems, specialized hardware and software preferred
Strong organizational, problemsolving, verbal, written and interpersonal skills
Self directed learner who demonstrates initiative
Ability to effectively and efficiently manage fluctuating clinical responsibilities
Knowledge of speech, language and communication strategies for intervention and training
Ability to modify delivery of program activities based on client?s interest and abilities
Valid driver?s license and access to a reliable vehicle required for travel in the community
Willingness to work in a variety of regions including Toronto, Durham, York and Simcoe as required