Communication Assistant

at  Firefly

Are you a Communication Assistant and/or interested in supporting children and their families? Are you interested in working in a team environment with other professionals such as psychologists, pediatricians, occupational therapists, rehab assistants, dieticians, behaviour therapists, mental health counsellors, and others?
FIREFLY is a multi-service, non-profit organization and Children’s Treatment Centre located in Northwestern Ontario. In November 2022, FIREFLY achieved “Exemplary Standing” with Accreditation Canada. We are dedicated to supporting and strengthening the health and well-being of families, children, and youth through emotional, physical, developmental, and community services. Clients can access FIREFLY service in a variety of locations: centre based, in community (fly-in and drive-in communities), in schools, pre-school and child care settings. FIREFLY offices are located throughout Northwestern Ontario, providing a unique opportunity to build strong relationships with children and families, local colleagues and community partners. FIREFLY delivers many of our services in partnership with local First Nation organizations and is committed to building cultural safety into all that we do.
For additional information on what it is like to work at FIREFLY please take a few moments to watch to following video: https://youtu.be/AmiSO4lP-j0
FIREFLY is seeking one (1) full-time Communication Assistant. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic multi-disciplinary team. The Communication Assistant will work collaboratively supporting the delivery of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) services and are supervised by qualified SLPs.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

Diploma in Communication Disorders, Early Childhood Education, Health Sciences or related field is required
Communication Disorders Assistant certification preferred.
Experience working with children who experience a variety of challenges, including communication disorders
Ability to work creatively with clients both individually and in group settings, in the home and school settings
Understanding of the Anishinaabe culture, First Nation communities and language is a definite asset
Demonstrated knowledge or mature experience in child development
Sensitivity to the need of parents/caregivers and the unique needs of each community
Computer literate with experience in written documentation
Ability to work independently and as part of a tea

Please refer the Job description for details