Communicative Disorders Assistant

1 month ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada University Health Network Full time

About the Role

The University Health Network is seeking a skilled Communicative Disorders Assistant to join our therapy team. As an integral member of the team, you will play a vital role in providing communication therapy, leading group therapy, and facilitating mealtime assistance and dining programs.

Key Responsibilities

  • Communication therapy and leading group therapy sessions
  • Facilitating mealtime assistance and dining programs
  • Organizing volunteers and 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 troubleshooting, 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

Requirements

  • Post-graduate diploma in Communicative Disorders Assistant or equivalent
  • Teaching or clinical experience with non-speaking and/or physically disabled persons
  • Skilled and 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 and Microsoft Word software preferred

Why Join UHN?

The University Health Network offers a wide range of benefits, programs, and perks that make it a differentiating factor in the healthcare industry. As a member of our team, you will have access to competitive offer packages, government organization, and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). You will also have close access to transit and UHN shuttle service, a flexible work environment, opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization, and additional perks such as corporate discounts and on-site gyms.

Eligibility

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

Application Process

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date. UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates, so please ensure you check your email regularly.

Security Clearance

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.

Vaccination Policy

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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