Job description:
We are hiring a Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) or Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLP-A) to join Ontario's leading clinical team, offering premium $60-75/hour rates and a guaranteed 30-minute local travel radius.
About the Opportunity:
Join Speech Associates, a premier multidisciplinary provider with over 20 years of excellence in speech and ABA therapy across Ontario. We are a multidisciplinary team of 150+ clinicians, including Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) and Registered Behaviour Analysts (RBAs). We are seeking driven Communicative Disorders Assistants (CDA) and Speech Language Pathology Assistants (SLP-As) to deliver high impact, direct therapy under the guidance and supervision of SLPs. Leveraging AlayaCare for effortless documentation and a dedicated 6 member support team, we help you build a custom, geographically clustered caseload that eliminates travel fatigue and prioritizes your clinical autonomy combining in-home, in-school and virtual settings.
Your Impact and Role:
Deliver speech and language interventions designed and directed by top tier SLPs
Deliver a mix of in-home, in-school, and virtual therapy based on your schedule and client needs
Collaborate with SLPs and RBAs, ensuring families see consistent progress across every environment
Utilize and receive training in AlayaCare for SOAP notes, tracking measurable progress in real-time
Support clients in achieving their communication goals with the precision and passion that defines our reputation
What You Bring to the Team:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferred) and/or CDAAC Certified (active membership)
- A valid Ontario Driver’s License and a reliable vehicle
- A commitment to geographically clustered caseloads that maximize your clinical impact
- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to articulate clinical progress
- Ability to work independently synced with a high functioning multidisciplinary team
Assets:
1+ years of experience in the field of speech and language therapy
Direct experience as a CDA or SLP-A
- Demonstrated expertise in delivering in-person and tele-practice for Pediatric Autism (ASD), Early Intervention, and complex Language Delays and possess ability for treating Articulation disorders and facilitating Social Communication for neurodiverse learners.
Proficiency with AlayaCare or similar tech forward platforms
A CDA Diploma or specialized degree backing your practical expertise
Why You Should Work With Us:
- Hourly Rates $60–$75 per clinical hour: All inclusive rate designed to reward your clinical expertise.
- Career and Rate Progression: We provide structured clinical milestones designed to recognize your growth and evolve your compensation as you advance within the practice.
- Geographic Clustering: We respect your time and prioritize matching you with clients within a 30 minute local radius of your home.
- Dedicated Support Team: Our 6 person Head Office Coordination Team is always available to handle your scheduling and admin needs, so you can focus entirely on your clients.
- Your Caseload, Your Way: We take your clinical preferences and location boundaries seriously, building a schedule and client base that truly fits your requirements.
- Effortless Documentation: We utilize cutting edge visit verification tools and streamlined online documentation to ensure your session data is safely housed.
- Professional Development: Access our extensive database of assessment materials, treatment tools, clinical workshops and Supervision Meetings to stay ahead in your career.
- Clinical Support: Benefit from a remote first support system that allows for ongoing supervision and clinical education from experienced SLPs.
- Academic Excellence: Join an organization trusted as a preferred clinical placement site and affiliate for multiple Universities and Colleges across Ontario, keeping you connected to the latest research and mentoring opportunities.
Apply Now: speechassociates.ca/careers.
Pay: $60.00-$75.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Flexible schedule
Application question(s):
- Do you have access to a vehicle?
- Do you have evening and weekend availability?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Location:
- St. Catharines, ON (preferred)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
