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Job Type: Full-time
Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
Deadline: March 31, 2024
Overview:
The Ontario Federation of Cerebral Palsy (OFCP) is seeking a dynamic and compassionate individual to fill the role of Independent Living Resource Facilitator. This position plays a pivotal role in supporting individuals with Cerebral Palsy to age in place, enhance their independence and communication abilities. The successful candidate will work closely with members, families, and relevant stakeholders to facilitate access to resources and services promoting independent living and effective communication.
Client Support:
Training and Education:
Resource Navigation:
Advocacy:
Collaboration with Stakeholders:
Documentation and Reporting:
Community Engagement:
Qualifications:
Education in a relevant field (e.g., Rehabilitation Sciences, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language).
Experience working with individuals with Cerebral Palsy or related disabilities.
Knowledge of augmentative communication devices and technologies.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to develop and deliver training programs effectively.
Familiarity with community resources and support services.
Advocacy experience on behalf of individuals with disabilities is an asset.
Personal Attributes:
For the role of an Independent Living and Resource Facilitator at the Ontario Federation of Cerebral Palsy (OFCP), certain personal attributes are essential to effectively support individuals with Cerebral Palsy in enhancing their independence and communication abilities. Here are key personal attributes that are particularly relevant for this role:
Empathy and Compassion, Adaptability, Problem-Solving Skills, Effective Communication, Collaboration and Teamwork, Resourcefulness, Documentation and Detail-Oriented, Tech Savviness, Positive Attitude and Independent and Accountable.
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume by March 31, 2024 to info@ofcp.ca
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: Extended health care, RRSP contributions, Paid time off
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M2P 2A9
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, or responsibilities associated with the role.
Job Type: Full-time
Location: Toronto/GTA, ON (In-person role)
Deadline: March 31, 2024
Overview
The Ontario Federation of Cerebral Palsy (OFCP) is seeking a dynamic and compassionate individual to fill the role of Augmentative and Alternative Communication Facilitator. This position plays a pivotal role in supporting individuals with Cerebral Palsy, their service providers and their support network to build and enhance their augmentative and alternative communication abilities. The successful candidate will work closely with members, families, and relevant stakeholders to facilitate access to effective communication tools and techniques.
The role of an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Facilitator is to facilitate successful interactions with and for the AAC user with the objective of maximizing the user’s opportunity to have positive and valuable interactions. This, in turn, should add to and encourage their autonomy and their capacity to achieve their best possible life in society. More generally, the AAC Facilitator will assist in providing solutions and strategies that support the above objective.
Roles and Responsibilities
Education And Work Experience
A valid driver’s license (have the ability to travel to offsite meetings where your facilitation skills will be required)
Accompany AAC users on Wheeltrans if requested and appropriate
A relevant college or university diploma, such as Communication Disorders Assistant or Developmental Service Worker. Relevant work experience will also be considered in the acquisition of useful knowledge and skills.
Familiarity with and comfort in using high-tech methods of communication (e.g., speech-generating devices) and low-tech devices (e.g., word and picture boards)
Experience in working with persons with disabilities, particularly people with speech impairment. Previous experience working with clients with AAC would be an asset.
Preferred, but not essential at hire, First Aid, CPR and Crisis Intervention training
Skills
A genuine interest in assisting AAC users with their vocational, educational, emotional and recreational interactions and overall connections in society.
Ability to analyze AAC users relevant skills, strengths, limitations and needs.
Excellent listening skills.
Strong verbal and writing communication skills, including the ability to assimilate the information provided by the AAC users, analyze and then respond appropriately either directly to the user or to a third party on the user’s behalf.
An ability to be patient and want to help people with complex communication needs.
Ability to assimilate, record and communicate information provided by an AAC user in an objective and unbiased manner.
Ability to work independently, as well as work with others, including professional specialists, such as communication Clinics, not-for-profit and government organizations.
Ability to acquire, maintain and troubleshoot operational skills for speech-generating devices to a variety of ACC users.
Respect for the rights of all clients at all times, including the right to privacy and confidentiality.
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume by March 31, 2024 to info@ofcp.ca
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits: Extended health care, RRSP contributions, Paid time off
Work Location: Community based. Head Office is Toronto, ON M2P 2A9
Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, or responsibilities associated with the role.
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