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Job Overview:

Assist SLP/team in delivering plan of care. As a member of the ABI Rehab team, deliver communication and swallowing treatment. All aspects of client care are performed under the supervision of a regulated Speech-Language Pathologist.

Accountabilities:

• Construct high quality communication displays including communication boards and books
• Conduct treatment sessions with clients, facilitators and staff.
• Participate in educating and training clients and caregivers in the use of devices and/or techniques and supported communication techniques and strategies
• Lead/Assist with client treatment groups.
• Compile, construct and calibrate therapy materials/devices.
• Prepare home practice programs for clients, with input of supervising SLP
• Perform minor repair and cleaning of equipment.
• Participate in interprofessional team meetings and service committees as required. Collaborate with Speech and Language Pathologists on a daily basis.
• Participate in the evaluation of clinical practice and data collection.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation and statistical workload.
• Ability to work in a manner that exemplifies the centre’s core values and helps patients get their life back
• Evidence of good performance history and attendance record

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a recognized 1 year Communicative Disorders Assistant program
• Member of the Communicative Disorders Assistants Association of Canada preferred 
• Previous experience working with adult clients with physical and/or cognitive challenges and/or neurological populations preferred
• Experience working with people with aphasia and use of SCA strategies preferred
• Previous experience working with people who have swallowing impairments/dysphagia an asset.
• Effective interpersonal, organizational and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities to facilitate service delivery Experience with a range of operating systems
• Ability to use WebEx and other digital communication tools, including email, electronic charting e.g. EPR etc preferred.
• Ability to use Boardmaker and graphics software programs to create communication display boards and books
• Demonstrated reliable work habits

West Park Healthcare Centre employees are required to be fully vaccinated as a condition of hire in accordance with the hospital’s COVID-19 Immunization Policy. Accommodations to this requirement under the Ontario Human Rights Code may be available subject to supporting evidence.

At West Park Healthcare Centre, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment, an important part of living our brand. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community. 

Our accessible employment practices are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment process, please indicate this in your cover letter. For further assistance please contact the Human Resources Department at recruitment@westpark.org or call (416) 243-3600 extension 30620.

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