Communication Disorders Assistant

1 month ago

Huntsville, Canada Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare Full time

Working together to provide outstanding integrated health care to our communities delivering best patient outcomes with exemplary standards and compassion, Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare (MAHC) is a multi-site organization that includes Huntsville District Memorial Hospital Site and South Muskoka Memorial Hospital Site. 

 

ROLE 

The Communication Disorders Assistant is a trained support personnel that supports the delivery of speech language pathology services under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) registered with The College of Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO). The role of the CDA will be in keeping with best practice position statements and guidelines including “Use of Support Personnel by Speech Language Pathologists” from the College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists of Ontario (2014 and “Supportive Personnel Guidelines: Working with Speech-Language Pathologists” from Speech and Audiology Canada (SAC). Tasks that may be assigned to the CDA by the SLP to support service delivery as per these guidelines may include;

  • Conducting speech-language pathology screenings.
  • Gathering information as directed by the SLP.
  • Delivering direct treatment, remediation or education programs to patients as directed by the SLP.
  • Documenting patient progress toward meeting goals with a treatment plan as assigned by the SLP.
  • Performing indirect and non-patient care activities including preparation of materials, booking appointments, ordering supplies, collecting statistics and data entry.

 

REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S) 

  • Minimum graduate of community college Communication Disorders Assistant (CDA) program.
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE(S)

  • Minimum of 2-3 years hospital experience with hospital/adult patients.
  • Experience in working within a multidisciplinary team environment.
  • Ability to work independently with supervision.
  • Familiarity with stroke populations, the elderly, as well as low tech augmentative communication devices. 

 

DESIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATION(S) 

  • Current registration in good standing with
    • Communication Disabilities Access Canada (CDAC).
    • Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. (OSLA).
    • Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC).
  • CPR, First Aid

 

ADDITIONAL PERKS AT MAHC 

  • Staff referral program (Earn up to $1000 for each successful Permanent Part Time and Permanent Full Time new hire you refer to MAHC). 
  • Extended health benefits (Permanent Full-Time only).
  • Enrolment in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP).
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment.

 

WHY IS MAHC RIGHT FOR YOU? 

Imagine working in a place you love to visit on vacation A career with MAHC lets you do just that. We are located in one of the top international tourist destinations in Canada; positioned just two (2) hours north of Toronto in beautiful cottage country surrounded by vibrant natural beauty, pristine lakes, majestic forests and rocky shorelines. 

Our communities are small in size but big in excitement; there are always local fundraisers, farmers markets, live events, pubs and locally owned stores to shop in. There are a variety of seasonal, year-round activities to keep you busy and fully embraced in the lifestyle that Muskoka has to offer from hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, downhill skiing, heading to Algonquin Park or Arrowhead Park for the day, running and cycling clubs, camping, sitting on a warm sunny patio downtown, or simply relaxing by the lake with your friends. Life here is good 

 

LET US HELP YOU MAKE YOUR MOVE  

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare has launched the Housing for Healthcare initiative to help MAHC team members (both new recruits and existing staff) connect with housing options in our communities. For more information on this initiative click on this link Housing for Healthcare

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Location: Huntsville District Memorial Hospital (HDMH) located in Huntsville.

Department: Rehabilitation Services. 

Hours of Work: Must be available to work shifts including days, evenings, nights and weekends. Shifts and hours may change according to departmental requirements per the collective agreement. 

Conditions of employment for external hires includes;

  • Proof of immunization and vaccination records to the Hospital’s Occupational Health and Safety department.  
  • Legal entitlement to work in Canada.
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record & Judicial Matters Check.

 

Our organization: MAHC is committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. We encourage applicants from all equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to, individuals who identity as Indigenous, racialized, seniors, persons living with disabilities, women, and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ.

 

Accommodations will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants need to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

 

HOW TO APPLY


Applicants interested in becoming a part of an energetic, caring team in a fast-paced and rewarding environment can submit their cover letter and resume as either a PDF or Word document(s) to the posting listed on mahc.ca by 11:59pm on the closing date. If no closing date is listed the posting will remain open until a successful applicant has been identified. 


We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Selection will be based on the skill, ability, experience and qualifications. The Hospital reserves the right to conduct a formal interview or other applicable testing where required.



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