Job Description

Communicative Disorders Assistant

Full-time, (35-hours/week)

George Jeffrey Children’s Centre is a paediatric health facility in Thunder Bay, Ontario providing occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech-language pathology, social work, behaviour therapy and recreation services to children and youth with physical, communication and developmental needs.

George Jeffrey Children’s Centre is seeking a communicative disorders assistant to work as part of our collaborative team providing speech and language services within the City of Thunder Bay and surrounding area. Responsibilities include providing individual and group interventions for communication issues, creating/revising communication boards and programs, providing training and education to clients and their caregivers, preparation and maintenance of program materials and resources, and maintaining progress notes. Some travel within the District of Thunder Bay may be required.

To be considered for this position, candidates should meet the following criteria:

· Hold a Communicative Disorders Assistant Degree or Diploma

· Be registered with CDAAC

· Proven ability to work effectively as part of an inter-disciplinary team

· Ability to collaborate with service partners, families, caregivers and other stakeholders

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Creative and flexible

· Experience with Augmentative and Alternative Communication is an asset

· Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence and access to a personal vehicle

Knowledge and experience working with Indigenous peoples and communities is considered an asset. Bilingualism English/French is considered an asset. Passion for providing the best possible standard of care, understanding of paediatric rehabilitation services, and exceptional people skills are key to succeeding in this role.

George Jeffrey Children’s Centre offers a supportive work environment with strong mentorship, a competitive compensation package, and relocation reimbursement.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to enhance your professional and personal growth in our team-based environment. We encourage applications from qualified candidates, who share our vision of empowered and inspired children, youth and families. Job post will remain open until filled. Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume with covering letter to:

Human Resources

George Jeffrey Children’s Centre

200 Brock Street East

Thunder Bay, ON P7E 0A2

hr@georgejeffrey.com

George Jeffrey Children's Centre follows the principles of dignity, independence, integration and equal opportunity. If you have accessibility or other requirements that need to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $23.43-$29.45 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Thunder Bay, ON P7E 0A2: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• public relations: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2023-06-01

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