Cmmunctive Disrdrs Assist

**Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.**

**JOB** SUMMARY**: The **Communicative Disorders Assistant** reports to the Program Supervisor of Community Health & Wellness, Department of Well[1]Being, Six Nations of the Grand River. Works under the direction and supervision of the Speech-Language Pathologist for delivery of clinical services.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
The Communicative Disorders Assistant will implement speech and language intervention programs to clients ranging from pediatric to geriatric under the direction and supervision of the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).

**Type**

Full Time

**Closing Date**

February 5, 2025

**Hours of Work**

35hrs/week

**Wage**

$49,500/year

**A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. **

**BASIC QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Minimum Requirements:

- Completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Health, Education, or related field
- High level of computer skills - Microsoft Office, MS Word & Excel.

Other Related Skills:

- Completion of a post-graduate Communicative Disorders Assistant program
- Eligible for registration with Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists - Supportive Personnel, and/or with Communicative Disorders Assistants Association of Canada
- Familiar with the Six Nations Community and services available in the area
- Relate effectively with clients of all ages and their families/caregivers
- Strong organizational skills and able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Experience with Electronic Medical Records.
- Understands the importance of Confidentiality. Ability to work with tact and discretion.

**SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY)**:
**Method #1: Online**- Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualify you for this position.
- Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
- Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

**Method #2: GREAT** - Applications must include all of the following**:

- Printed, filled in, and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
- Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualify you for this position.
- Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
- Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
- Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:
**Communicative Disorders Assistant - Full Time - 163R1-24-1**

c/o Reception Desk

Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court

Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0