Communicative Disorder Assistant, Augmentative Communication Consultation Service - Regular Full Time - York Region at Oakvalleyhealth

You encompass Oak Valley Health's core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage
You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard
You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills
Job closing date: May 26, 2026
Oak Valley Health, Child Development Program, has a partnership with the Children's Treatment Network (CTN).
We are hiring for the CTN ACCS in York Region.
Responsibilities include:
Carry a caseload of children and youth who would benefit from using augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tools/devices under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist
Conduct home, community and in-clinic program consultation visits
Provide coaching to parents and members of the child and family team in order to support the use of AAC tools and strategies within everyday routines/environments
Provide training opportunities for parents, professionals, community partners, etc. to continue to build local AAC capacity
Supporting children and their families with special needs
Complete preparation work - including boardmaker and other AAC materials/tools
Document clinical notes within CTN's shared client record
Attend scheduled ACCS prescription reviews with the supervising Speech Language Pathologist (twice monthly), CTN AAC professional development days (twice yearly), clinical team meetings, and provincial AAC rounds (twice yearly)
Take an active role in performing and maintaining professional practice standards, guidelines and activities
Travel throughout York Region required
Position Qualifications:
Communicative Disorders Assistant Diploma
Previous experience dealing with paediatric populations would be a definite asset
Experience working with children with special needs, including children who use Augmentative and Alternative Communication is an asset
Ability to offer services in more than one language is highly preferred
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within the team
Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle required
Demonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standard
Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required.
Work Schedule:
Schedule:
Monday-Friday
Business hours with occasional evening work
Location: York Region
Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Communicative Disorder Assistant, Augmentative Communication Consultation Service - Regular Full Time - York Region

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