Communicative Disorders Assistant

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Union: Non-Union
Position: Communicative Disorders Assistant
Site: E.W. Bickle Centre, Toronto Rehab
Department: Allied Health
Reports to: Manager, Program Services
Scale/Grade: D004
Salary Range: $32.62 - $40.78 per hour (Commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN Compensation Policy)
Hours: Varies
Status: Casual
Closing Date: December 31, 2024

•Post graduate diploma in Communicative Disorders Assistant or equivalent
•Teaching or clinical experience with non-speaking and/or physically disabled persons
•Skilled & Knowledgeable in programming of speech generating devices (SGDs)
•Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
•Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
•Ability to construct communication displays - familiarity with Boardmaker & Microsoft Word software preferred

As an integral member of the therapy team at Bickle, the responsibilities of the Communicative Disorders Assistant include the following: communication therapy, leading group therapy, facilitation of mealtime assistance and dining programs, organising volunteers, supporting setup and take down of endoscopy equipment for swallow assessments, therapeutic feeding as directed by SLP, interaction with patients to train use of methods or devices for social interaction and life skills practice; creation of communication devices and displays; assisting therapists in treatment sessions; educating patients, caregivers, facilitators and others, as needed, including trouble shooting, facilitator strategies and communication tips; collaborating with therapists in the arrangement, set-up and programming of equipment and materials; participating and assisting in team meetings, committees related to the service or patients program planning, team building, etc.; supporting and sharing clerical responsibilities with other team members; ensuring compliance with and commitment to patient safety responsibilities and corresponding hospital plans, policies and procedures in order to ensure a safe environment for patients.

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

• Competitive offer packages
• Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP https://hoopp.com/)
• Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
• A flexible work environment
• Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
• Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

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Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.