We are accepting applications for two contract Communicative Disorders Assistants in our Peterborough location. These temporary assignments will be for 18 months, commencing in October and November.
In this position, you will provide a variety of centre-based, school-based and/or purchased rehabilitation services under the supervision of a speech language pathologist, according to operational need. You will provide services in accordance with the F-Words principles, family-centered care and parent engagement and prepare therapy materials as required or requested by clinicians. You will have the opportunity to participate as a member of the speech discipline, clinical multidisciplinary team and resource committees to promote quality service for children. This role provides consultation, training and/or education to clients, their caregivers and schools and other agencies under supervision of staff speech language pathologists.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Execute home programs, parent coaching, group and individual treatment plans with clients referred for intervention with a Communicative Disorder Assistant (CDA).
- Execute programs both in person and virtually according to Centre policies and procedures including privacy, confidentiality and consent.
- Maintain documentation records, according to Centre guidelines, ensuring communication regarding treatment goals/plan/progress with the primary therapist.
- Participate in running parent training programs, including parent only and parent-child sessions which may include videotaping and follow up.
- Maintain knowledge of current practices and augmentative communication (AAC) strategies/technology in the field of communication assistive disorders, including but not limited to the use of AAC strategies and both high and low tech devices (displays, Got Talk and Lamp, Hanen, Gestalt).
- Organize and maintain the department's test and materials cupboards, filing cabinets and equipment supplies.
- Comply with relevant Centre statistical, clinical and administrative reporting requirements in a timely manner.
- Assist in data collection for the Preschool Speech and Language Program - Healthy Child Development - Integrated Services for Children Information System (HCD-ISCIS).
What you bring:
- Post graduate diploma in Communicative Disorders Assistant from an accredited College.
- Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), including use of augmentative communication strategies and devices is an asset.
- Demonstrated ability in communication, organizational skills and problem solving.
- Committed to work within a family-centred approach.
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff and with other professionals or partners.
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding all information pertinent to the children and families served by the Centre.
- Creative problem-solving skills.
- Access to reliable and efficient transportation to travel to all Centre locations and to schools.
- Proof of updated immunizations including COVID-19 (two doses).
What We Offer:
- Training and mentoring opportunities – new grads welcome!
- Competitive salary range. $54,064 - $61,070, commensurate with experience.
- Pay in lieu of benefits.
- Optional HOOPP pension.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Excellent paid time off policies.
- Professional development opportunities.
- 35-hour work week (Monday – Friday); may be required to work occasional evenings.
- Opportunity to connect to the community and make a positive contribution.
If you are interested in helping achieve our vision of Building Abilities for Life, please e-mail your resume and cover letter quoting the file number, CDA-01-26 in the subject line to, [email protected] by August 13, 2026.
At Five Counties Children’s Centre, our team is focused on a single vision: Building Abilities for Life. We are striving for inclusiveness and belonging in all we do. We believe that a diverse workforce strengthens our ability to achieve our vision. That is why we actively encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, abilities and experiences, especially those from equity-deserving groups.
If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation, please advise Human Resources, and appropriate arrangements will be made to assist you through the process.
Five Counties may use artificial intelligence (AI) in the evaluation of candidates; however, all hiring decisions are made by humans.
We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Pay: $54,064.00-$61,070.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
