speech-language pathologist

Cubhouse Pediatric Therapy is a growing, family-centred, mobile pediatric therapy practice providing warm, collaborative, and evidence-based support to children and families within their natural environments.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate *Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA)* to join our interdisciplinary team. Working under the supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), this role involves providing goal-directed intervention, play-based therapy, and caregiver coaching to children and youth ages 2?18 years across home, school, daycare, and community settings.

_ Priority will be given to candidates who can service Hamilton _

*About the Role*

The ideal candidate is passionate about child development, functional communication, and family-centred, strengths-based practice. This is an excellent opportunity for CDAs who value autonomy, flexible scheduling, and building meaningful therapeutic relationships with families while working closely with a supportive supervising SLP.

*Responsibilities*

• Implement evidence-based intervention plans developed by the supervising SLP targeting areas such as receptive/expressive language, speech sound disorders, social communication, AAC, and early language development
• Deliver engaging, play-based therapy sessions in natural environments
• Provide caregiver coaching to support strategy carryover across home, school, and community settings
• Monitor client progress, maintain accurate clinical notes, and collaborate regularly with the supervising SLP to adjust treatment goals as needed
• Collaborate with families, educators, and other team members (OTs, psychologists, PTs)
• Complete timely, professional documentation using Jane App
• Uphold ethical, culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and neurodiversity-affirming practice

*Requirements*

• Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate in Communicative Disorders Assistant (CDA) or equivalent program
• Active membership with the Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC) preferred
• Valid Ontario driver?s license, reliable vehicle, and proof of auto insurance
• Experience in pediatrics, early intervention, or community/home-based practice strongly preferred
• Strong communication, rapport-building, and caregiver-coaching skills
• Ability to work independently in the field while maintaining strong collaboration with supervising SLPs
• Comfortable using electronic documentation platforms (e.g., Jane)
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Professional liability insurance

*Why Choose Cubhouse Pediatric Therapy?*

• Flexible scheduling ? set your own hours
• Competitive independent contractor rates
• 1:1 client care with manageable, small caseloads
• A supportive, values-driven team that prioritizes clinician wellbeing
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and grow within an expanding pediatric practice

*About Cubhouse Pediatric Therapy* Cubhouse Pediatric Therapy is a mobile pediatric practice grounded in inclusivity and collaboration. We meet children where they are ? literally and developmentally ? to support meaningful participation in daily life. Our philosophy centres on regulation, relationship, and respect for each child?s unique strengths.

Job Types: Part-time, Casual

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Work from home

Application question(s):

• Do you have access to a car?
• Are you able to work on Saturdays or Sundays?
• What cities are you comfortable traveling to (i.e., Etobicoke, Pickering, Toronto etc)?

Licence/Certification:

• registration with CASLPO (required)

Work Location: On the road