Communication Disorders Assistant
3 weeks ago
FIREFLY is a multi-service, non-profit organization and Children's Treatment Centre located in Northwestern Ontario. We are dedicated to supporting and strengthening the health and well-being of families, children, and youth through emotional, physical, developmental, and community services.
About the JobWe are seeking a full-time Communication Assistant to join our dynamic multi-disciplinary team in the Indigenous communities surrounding the Kenora area. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work collaboratively supporting the delivery of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) services and be supervised by qualified SLPs.
Key Responsibilities- Conduct client sessions in-person
- Assist in conducting hearing assessments
- Follow and administer documented treatment plans with clients developed by the SLP
- Provide program support including informal documentation and report writing
- Prepare resource and promotional materials for the use in therapy, home programs and classrooms
- Daily travel within the region is required to the surrounding Indigenous communities
- Perform other duties as required
- Diploma in Communication Disorders, Early Childhood Education, Health Sciences or related field is required
- Communication Disorders Assistant certification preferred
- Experience working with children who experience a variety of challenges, including communication disorders
- Ability to work creatively with clients both individually and in group settings, in the home and school settings
- Understanding of the Anishinaabe culture, First Nation communities and language is a definite asset
- Demonstrated knowledge or mature experience in child development
- Sensitivity to the need of parents/caregivers and the unique needs of each community
- Computer literate with experience in written documentation
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Pension Plan (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan HOOPP)
- Professional development opportunities including access to educational websites and opportunity to attend trainings
- Vacation entitlement starting at 4 weeks per year with a gradual increase after 3 years
- Paid sick leave accrued monthly up to a maximum of 30 days
- Additional paid days off: Wellness Days (3 total per fiscal year) and Community Service and Cultural Days (3 total per fiscal year)
- Option to work towards a self-funded leave (i.e. 4 over 5)
- Flexibility within the 35 hour workweek to meet the needs of the client and yourself
- Excellent benefit plan with coverage including health, dental, vision, travel, life insurance and critical illness with 100% of the premiums paid by FIREFLY
- Short and long term disability coverage paid by employee
- Ability to join, contribute, and learn from a multitude of committees that support your progressive attitude including neurodiversity, inclusion, ethics, family engagement, wellness, truth and reconciliation
- A supportive team and great workplace culture
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