Speech Language Therapy Assistant - Oshawa, Canada - Grandview Kids
Description
Every child and youth living life at their full potential.
About Grandview Kids
Grandview Kids provides an array of specialized programs, rehabilitation services, and outpatient clinical treatments to children and youth with physical, communication, and developmental needs.
Programs and services - which are delivered at the Centre, in the community, at schools, and in-home - include: medical consultation, assessment, and diagnosis; audiology, autism support; complex care program; occupational therapy; physiotherapy; respite services; social work; speech-language pathology; therapeutic recreation; and family engagement.
Grandview Kids actively participates in research to support innovation in rehabilitation science, to advance organizational capabilities, and to better serve caregivers and the developmental needs of their children and adolescents.
As an organization, we are dedicated to inspiring possibilities, fostering development, and supporting growth and personal achievement with our clients, caregivers, and team members.
Though a collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach, members of Team Grandview strive to provide culturally-safer, inclusive, and innovative evidence-informed care that meets the unique needs of each client.
Speech Language Therapy Assistant (Contract Full-Time)
- 37.5 hours per week (1FTE)
- January 2, December 20, 202
- Hybrid (onsite and inperson)
Under the general direction of a Clinical Manager and supervision of the Speech-Language Pathologists, the primary role of the Speech-Language Therapy Assistant is to implement therapy plans to target a broad range of communication goals for clients in various programs at Grandview Kids.
These programs may include the Preschool Speech and Language Program, Preschool Outreach Program, Ontario Autism Program, School-Based Rehabilitation Services, Social Enterprise, and Campbell Children's School.
In addition, the Speech-Language Therapy Assistant supports indirect client care activities (e.g., material preparation, session planning, etc.); assists in providing departmental support; documents involvement in client care; maintains communication with all other staff members; supports efforts in Quality Improvement Program (QIP) activities; participates in education, orientation and public relations, as required; maintains a safe work environment; performs other related duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
- Community College Communicative Disorders Assistant Diploma (CDA)
- Must be eligible for full membership with CDAAC
- Knowledge of children's speechlanguage development and generally accepted principles and practices, and specialized knowledge of pediatric disabilities (e.g. Cerebral Palsy, Autism Spectrum Disorder)
- Experience with children in all age groups.
- Knowledge and experience in implementing principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis an asset.
- Welldeveloped communication skills including verbal, nonverbal
- Ability to collaborate with other team members
- Computer literacy
- Ability to manage time effectively and set priorities
- Ability to follow direction and to work in an independent manner
- Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle, or access to reliable/appropriate transportation.
How to apply
Human Resources
Grandview Kids
600 Townline Road South
Oshawa, ON L1H 0C8
Our commitment to belonging
Grandview Kids aims to be deliberate in our consideration of diversity, defined as differences in race, colour, place of origin, religion, immigrant and newcomer status, ethnic origin, ability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and age.
Recognizing and valuing diversity and equity must be accompanied by concerted efforts to ensure the inclusion of diverse and underrepresented populations, meaning that individuals must be and feel valued, respected, and equally-supported.
We invite applicants in the above defined areas to apply.
Grandview Kids is committed to complying with all applicable standards as set out in the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA).
Land acknowledgement
Grandview Kids is situated on the traditional territories of the Missisaugas of Scugog Island First Nation. We acknowledge the lands, waters, and people who have come before us, including the Algonquin, Objiway, Odawa, and Pottawatomi. This land, covered under the Williams Treaty, is home to many Anishinaabeg people. We commit to listening and learning the truth as we move together toward reconciliation.
We thank all applicants. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent
Salary:
From $26.31 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
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