Communicative Disorders Assistant

Job SummarySpeech-Language Ottawa is seeking a driven, creative, and client-focused Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) to join our growing team. Youll work with preschool, school-aged and/or adult clients in their natural environments including homes, daycares, and community settings to help build meaningful communication skills.

We offer flexibility in hours and a strong network of professionals to support your clinical growth. If youre passionate about working collaboratively and making a difference in clients daily lives, wed love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Flexible Schedule: Choose your caseload and availability
• Supportive Independence: You manage your schedule while having access to a collaborative team of SLPs and CDAs
• Regular Collaboration: Access to support as needed. Team events.
• Competitive Compensation: Including travel pay
• Meaningful Work: Deliver therapy in the clients daily environment, where it matters most.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one speech and language therapy to preschool and school-aged children and/or adults in natural settings (home, daycare, after-school programs, senior living facilities, etc.)
• Work closely with supervising Speech-Language Pathologists to implement individualized treatment goals
• Design and deliver engaging therapy sessions tailored to client interests and strengths
• Create home programming and provide coaching to parents and caregivers to support carryover of skills
• Collaborate with other professionals involved in the clients care to ensure a team-based approach
• Maintain clear documentation of sessions and progress

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) program and in good standing with CDAAC
• Valid drivers license and consistent access to a reliable vehicle
• Eligible for professional liability insurance
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to follow SLP treatment plans while bringing creativity and initiative to therapy sessions
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and seek support when needed

Assets (Not Required)

• Bilingualism (English/French)
• Experience working with autistic individuals and/or those with other developmental needs
• 1+ year of experience as a CDA (we will consider highly motivated new grads with strong qualifications)

To Apply:Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role to info@speechlanguageottawa.com We welcome applications from professionals who are committed to client-centered care and collaborative practice.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: Up to $95,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus pay

Benefits:

• Company events
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person

Information :

• Company : Speech-Language Ottawa
• Position : Communicative Disorders Assistant
• Location : Ottawa, ON
• Country : CA