Communication and Technology Facilitator

• Collaborate with therapists in the arrangement, set-up and programming of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) equipment and materials
• Support Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists in assessment and training sessions
• Program communication devices and create displays/systems for AAC users
• Provide individual/group training and technical troubleshooting to clients/families/school mediators in order to support both written and verbal communication skills
• Develop training materials for clients/families/school
• Provide families with information on ADP and CEP’s leasing and/or purchasing policies/procedures and complete necessary paperwork
• Maintain expertise and knowledge of AAC technologies

• Graduate of a post-graduate Communicative Disorders Assistant program
• Experience with AAC systems: Speech Generating Devices, low tech communication systems and specialized computer software and hardware preferred
• Computer proficiency required
• Two years of clinical experience working with children with special needs preferred
• Ability to work independently and be an effective and collaborative member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle required
• Bilingualism in French and English is an asset

*The successful candidate must possess a valid Ontario driver’s license and have access to a personal vehicle*

Join us on our mission to make a difference and impact on the lives of children and youth with disabilities. Apply today to join the ErinoakKids team!

    
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The successful candidate will be required to complete a vulnerable sector search.
Please note that all prospective ErinoakKids employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment.