Communicative Disorders Assistant at SURREY PLACE

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Jul, 26

Salary

71189.0

Posted On

01 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech and language intervention, Augmentative and alternative communication, AAC devices, Mediator model, Caregiver training, Communication disorders, Developmental disabilities, Autism spectrum disorder, Microsoft Office 365, Interdisciplinary collaboration, Workshop facilitation, Speech-generating devices

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Program: Preschool Speech and Language (PSL) and Augmentative Communication & Writing Aids (ACWA) Programs Status: Full Time Hours: 36.25 hours/ week Salary: $56,172 - $71,189 annually Date Posted: April 30, 2026 Closing Date: May 14, 2026 ABOUT SURREY PLACE Surrey Place is a not-for-profit that serves people of all ages with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder and visual impairments in the Toronto region and Northwestern Ontario. We offer integrated services and inclusive support in a safe and welcoming environment. Our approach is family-based, which centres the interests and care of our clients, families and caregivers by teaching them skills. We strive to ensure the greatest access to services and support our clients in navigating the health care system. Surrey Place helps people learn new skills, gain self-confidence and reach their full potential.  POSITION DESCRIPTION The PSL and ACWA programs at Surrey Place are seeking a Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA). Reporting to the Manager, Early Years, the CDA works as part of an interdisciplinary team under the regular oversight of a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP). The CDA will support with providing preschool speech and language services to children and Augmentative and Alternative Communication services to children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families and caregivers. MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES * Collaborate with the SLP to support the delivery of speech and language interventions using a mediator model with caregivers * Provide consultation to caregivers and professionals in the community to offer guidance in effectively implementing strategies to support established goals * Provide training to clients, caregivers, and professionals on the technical operations of the AAC devices/software * Create communication materials and program Speech-Generating Devices * Plan and facilitate workshops, presentations and other educational sessions * Participate in team meetings, training sessions, and professional development activities to enhance your knowledge and skills in communication disorders QUALIFICATIONS * Graduate Diploma in Communicative Disorders or other relevant courses * Six months of related experience and a thorough understanding of speech and language disorders, communication development and intervention techniques are essential * Experience working with individuals with special needs, developmental disabilities, and autism spectrum disorder * Familiarity with sign language systems such as Signed English and American Sign Language is considered an asset * Proficiency in working with both low-tech and high-tech Speech-Generating Devices * The successful candidate must provide an acceptable Vulnerable Sector Screening. * Proficient with Microsoft Office 365 Surrey Place is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates from diverse groups are encouraged to apply. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation appropriate arrangements will be made to assist you through this process. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Responsibilities

The Communicative Disorders Assistant will collaborate with Speech-Language Pathologists to deliver speech and language interventions and provide AAC support to clients. They are responsible for training caregivers, creating communication materials, and facilitating educational workshops.