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Communicative Disorders Assistant, York Region Preschool Speech and Language Program – Full Time Temporary (Approx. until March 2026)

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Communicative Disorders Assistant, York Region Preschool Speech and Language Program – Full Time Temporary (Approx. until March 2026)

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Land Acknowledgement

Oak Valley Health is honoured to provide care on the traditional and treaty territory of the Anishinaabeg, and acknowledge our closest Indigenous communities, the Chippewas of Georgina Island and the Mississaugas of Scugog Island. The land is encompassed within Treaty 13, Treaty 20, and the Williams Treaty.

Today, this area is home to many diverse Indigenous Peoples, and we acknowledge the health disparities and barriers Indigenous Peoples face in accessing care. To support true healing, we are committed to understanding these challenges, learning from Indigenous knowledge, and taking action together to improve safe and equitable health care for current and future generations.

Who You Are

• 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

Child Development Programs is administered by Oak Valley Health (OVH). This position will include providing school based rehabilitation services for children in kindergarten through a partnership with the Children’s Treatment Network.

What We Are Looking For

• Providing therapy to Kindergarten aged children in the areas of articulation, motor speech, stuttering and voice who are eligible to receive school based rehabilitation services, funded through the Children’s Treatment Network
• Carrying a caseload under the supervision of a Speech Language Pathologist
• Documenting in the Children Treatment Network’s shared electronic record
• Providing occasional evening virtual workshops to parents and caregivers in the areas of articulation, motor speech, and stuttering
• Services are primarily provided within schools throughout York Region during the school year, however, service is also provided within a clinic setting or provided to the family virtually during the summer months.
• Engaging in regular communication with parents and caregivers in order to provide home programming to the family
• Taking an active role in performing and maintaining professional practice standards, guidelines and activities

What You Bring To The Role

• Communicative Disorders Assistant Diploma
• Previous experience working with children providing school based rehabilitation services is preferred
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Ability to offer services in more than one language is highly preferred
• Demonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standard
• Valid driver’s license
• 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.

Location: Locations in York Region

Northern part of York Region (East Gwillimbury, Georgina, ON and surrounding areas). Please note that location can change based on operational need.

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday during regular business hours

Occasional evening work (e.g., running evening virtual workshops for parents and caregivers)

Please note schedules are subject to change based on operational needs.

Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation

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Range

$32.47 – $38.79

Who We Are

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community healthcare organizations. Across our two hospital sites (Markham and Uxbridge) a Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), a Community Health Centre (CHC), and Hospital-to-Home programs, we provide high quality, patient-centred care to more than 468,000 patients each year. We offer diagnostic and emergency services, and deliver clinical programs in acute care medicine and surgery, addictions and mental health, and childbirth and children’s services. We are also proud to be part of the Eastern York Region North Durham Ontario Health Team (OHT).

Our 542 physicians, 35 midwives, over 3,000 staff and 1,000 volunteers serve patients and families with an Honoured to Care mindset, and are focused on delivering an extraordinary patient experience to the residents of Markham, Whitchurch-Stouffville, Uxbridge and beyond. We are dedicated to providing access to the right care, at the right time, in the right place by the right people and at the right cost.

Oak Valley Health Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging statement

Oak Valley Health takes pride in serving some of Canada’s most diverse communities. We are committed to fostering an environment of equity and inclusivity where every person can work and receive care safely, openly and honestly. All qualified applicants will receive consideration and we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of LGBTQ2+ communities, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, and all others who may contribute to the further diversification of Oak Valley Health. Furthermore, Oak Valley Health is committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

We are honoured to be recognized as one of Forbes Canada\’s Best Employers for Diversity. We ranked within the top 150 organizations across the country. Learn more about our commitment to EDIB.

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