Communicative Disorders Assistant

Job summary

The Communicative Disorders Assistant works under the direction of a Speech-Language Pathologist to enhance patient communication and swallowing abilities. They provide prevention, education, treatment, and management of communication disorders within a multidisciplinary hospital team.

Job details

Posting Dates: September 15, 2026 - September 28, 2026 At STEGH, we are committed to providing exceptional patient care and improving the health of our community. Our Hospital is a dynamic environment where teamwork and compassion are at the forefront of everything we do. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING: The Communicative Disorder Assistant (CDA), under the direction and guidance of a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), enhances the communication skills and swallowing ability of patients in partnership with their families and community. This is achieved through prevention, education, treatment, consultation, and management of communication disorders/delays and swallowing difficulties. WHAT YOU MUST HAVE: * Completion of post graduate Communicative Disorders Assistant program and/or completion of a post-secondary diploma / undergraduate degree with emphasis in communication disorders, linguistics, human anatomy and physiology, social sciences, or human services curriculum * Current member of Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC) * Specialized knowledge and experience working with adults with communication disorders and swallowing impairments * Specialized knowledge of stroke rehabilitation * Ability to recognize the limits of the scope of practice as outlined in the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists (CASLPO) guidelines for use of support personnel * Keen interest in using a goal oriented and patient-centered approach to patient care * Ability to work well within a multidisciplinary team as well as independently * Innovative critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze and make decisions * Computer skills that support the utilization of online tools/apps, Microsoft Office programs and the Cerner Electronic Patient Record * Ability to adapt to changes in assignment throughout a shift, follow instructions and proactive to departmental initiatives * Highly team and customer focused with the ability to communicate respectfully in a pleasant, flexible, and professional manner with all patients, families, staff, and volunteers * Physical ability to perform assigned duties * Demonstrated acceptable previous performance reflective of STEGH's Mission, Vision, Values and Code of Conduct * Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis in accordance with STEGH’s Attendance Support Program WHAT WE PREFER YOU TO HAVE: * Minimum of three (3) years’ clinical experience with adults in a hospital setting preferred HOURS: This position must be available to work days, all shifts on weekends and/or statutory holidays. In addition, this position must be flexible to occasional changes in hours when required to meet the operational needs of the department and meet the non-availability requirements of the Collective Agreement as well as accept short notice relief calls. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? * Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) * Full Time Status: Paid vacation and a comprehensive benefits plan * Part Time Status: Percentage of earnings in lieu of vacation/benefits * Training and development opportunities * Access to our Health and Wellness 360 Program including an onsite social worker * Yoga, stretching, mindfulness sessions, and much more! * Access to a walking track, exercise circuits and the hospital gym * An opportunity to contribute to a compassionate, diverse, and talented workplace * Be a part of a team environment where ideas for continuous improvement are encouraged and heard Ready to Join the Team? Apply today! *This posting is to fill an existing vacancy within the organization

What you’ll do

The Communicative Disorders Assistant works under the direction of a Speech-Language Pathologist to enhance patient communication and swallowing abilities. They provide prevention, education, treatment, and management of communication disorders within a multidisciplinary hospital team.

Requirements

Candidates must have completed a post-graduate Communicative Disorders Assistant program or a relevant post-secondary diploma/degree. Membership with the Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC) is required, along with specialized knowledge in stroke rehabilitation and adult communication disorders.

Benefits

• Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP) • Paid vacation • Comprehensive benefits plan • Training and development opportunities • Onsite social worker • Yoga, stretching, and mindfulness sessions • Access to walking track, exercise circuits, and hospital gym

Listed skills

• adaptability · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Critical Thinking · Preferred
• interpersonal communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Speech-language pathology support
• Communication disorders management
• Swallowing impairment treatment
• Stroke rehabilitation
• Patient-centered care
• Multidisciplinary teamwork
• Critical thinking
• Cerner Electronic Patient Record
• Microsoft Office
• Clinical documentation
• Patient education
• Interpersonal communication
• Adaptability
• Professionalism
• Clinical Experience
• Swallowing Disorders
• Compassion
• Anatomy
• Physiology
• Audiology
• Management
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Communication Disorders
• Computer Literacy
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Training And Development
• Critical Thinking
• Human Services
• Innovation
• Linguistics
• Social Sciences
• Speech-Language Pathology
• Stroke Recovery
• Yoga
• Teamwork
• Goal-Oriented

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Communications Assistant
• Speech Language Pathology Assistant
• Physiotherapy Technicians and Assistants
• Speech-Language Pathology Assistants
• Healthcare Support Workers, All Other