Communicative Disorders Assistant, York Region Preschool Speech and Language Program - (3) - Full Time Temp (Until Approx. Mar 2027)

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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

Communicative Disorders Assistant, York Region Preschool Speech and Language Program (3)

Full-Time Contract Positions (until March 31, 2027)

Job closing date: EOD July 20, 2026

Locations: 1) Vaughan, ON, 2) Newmarket, ON and 3) Richmond Hill, ON.  

Location can change based on program needs.

                                                      

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The York Region Preschool Speech and Language Program is administered by Oak Valley Health (OVH).  We provide a coordinated community based speech and language service for children, birth to school entry.  The program engages in collaborative service delivery with other community agencies such as Early Intervention Services, the Children’s Treatment Network and the York-Simcoe Autism Network (YSAN).  Flexibility to provide services across York Region and in a variety of settings (e.g., clinic, child care centres, entry to school programs, virtual) is required. 

Responsibilities include:

• carrying a caseload of children under the supervision of Speech Language Pathologists
• providing group and paired therapy
• supporting families by offering daytime and evening caregiver workshops
• home, child care and community consultation visits
• providing consultative support to Entry to School Programs offered through YSAN
• position will include supporting children with special needs
• ability to offer services in more than one language is highly preferred
• preparation work - including boardmaker material, parent education material and therapy materials
• general office support

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Communicative Disorders Assistant Diploma
• Previous experience with a preschool speech and language program as well as experience supporting families with children who have special needs are considered an asset
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within the team
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Demonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standard
• Valid driver’s license and access to a car
• 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:

 

Monday-Friday Business Hours

Occasional evening work (e.g., virtual parent workshops)

Locations: 1) Vaughan, ON, 2) Richmond Hill, ON and 3) Newmarket, ON

Please note schedules may change due to operational needs.

Compensation:

YRSLP03

Range:

$33.20 - $39.66

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.

  

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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.

 

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