About this role
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.
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*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