CDA Intern
Community Family Services Of Ontario
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Intake and Planning
- Assist in the evaluation of speech, language, and communication disorders.
- Contribute to the development of individualized treatment plans based on assessments.
- Implement speech and language therapy programs under the supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP).
- Conduct therapy sessions for individuals and groups, targeting specific communication goals.
- Utilize various therapeutic techniques and materials to enhance communication skills.
- Educate patients and their families on communication disorders and therapy techniques.
- Provide strategies and exercises for clients and families to practice at home.
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient progress and therapy outcomes (SOAP)
- Prepare reports on patient performance and progress for review by the supervising SLP.
- Design and develop therapeutic materials and activities to support therapy goals.
- Adapt and modify existing therapy programs to meet the individual needs of patients.
- Work collaboratively with SLPs, audiologists, educators, and other healthcare professionals.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall care plan for patients.
- Schedule therapy sessions and manage patient appointments.
- Handle administrative tasks such as filing, record-keeping, and maintaining therapy equipment.
