Permanent Communicative Disorders Assistant (1.0 FTE)

LOCATION: System-wide Responsibility

STATUS: 1.0 FTE – Full-time Permanent

DATE REQUIRED : Immediately

SALARY RANGE : $30.85 - $34.05 per hour

UNION AFFILIATION: COPE Local 103

This full-time permanent position is with an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a wide range of assignments. The Board operates 2 administration buildings and 20 schools (18 elementary, 2 secondary) in 13 communities covering 7851 square kilometers for the welfare of 4,580 pupils. For more information visit our web site at: https://rccdsb.ca/

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Educational Services, and board Speech-Language Pathologists, the Communicative Disorders Assistant will be required to implement approved programing in support of students. As part of a multi-disciplinary approach, the special education team supports schools and students using a tiered, educational model of service delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates with home setting and school for program delivery
• Conducts language screening of students at schools throughout board jurisdiction
• Arranges and delivers one-to-one and small group articulation therapy and language programs based on assessment and support plan of Speech- Language Pathologist
• Prepares notes, reports and tracks inventory and resources for Speech-Language Pathologist
• Collaborates with school teams and provides support to classroom teachers and other staff
• Models strategies for staff
• Prepares relevant materials for program delivery based on student specific data
• Implement, troubleshoot, and support augmentative and alternative communication tools

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Communicative Disorders Assistant Graduate Certificate program from an accredited training facility or equivalent;
• Demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and judgement associated with tasks assigned by a Speech-Language Pathologist;
• Experience working with individuals with complex communication needs;
• A self-motivated, critical thinking team player with superior inter-personal and organizational skills;
• A composed, discreet and professional manner; demonstrates the ability to handle multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment;
• Excellent command of verbal and written English;
• A valid Ontario Driver’s License in good standing with the Ministry of Transportation, and access to a reliable mode of transportation for travel among the Board’s schools and offices;
• Dedicated to continuing education and attending related Board-sponsored courses/seminars, etc.

CLOSING: All interested applicants are invited to submit an updated resume including details of qualifications, experience and professional references.

TO NOTE:

• Applications sent directly to the schools or to Human Resources will NOT be considered.
• It is imperative that all NEW applicants to the Board submit an ORIGINAL current, satisfactory Vulnerable Screening Criminal Background Check prior to commencement of employment.
• We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

RCCDSB– Is committed to barrier-free selection processes and therefore if contacted for this position or testing, you should advise the HR Department in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.