Autism Programs Support Coach

Canucks Autism Network; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided

Mentorship

Ongoing support

Job summary

Canucks Autism Network is hiring Support Workers for Fall 2026 across multiple Lower Mainland locations, including Surrey, Richmond, Vancouver, Burnaby and more. Roles involve assisting autistic participants in can be 1:1 or group formats, with training and ongoing mentorship provided.

Shifts are seasonal with multiple sessions on weekends and mornings; applicants must be reliable, patient, and committed to inclusive, dignified support aligned with CAN values.

Qualifications

• Understanding of autism, neurodiversity, and the strengths and barriers experienced by autistic youth and adults.
• Experience supporting Autistic individuals or related autism knowledge is an asset.
• Lived experience of autism or meaningful connections to autism are assets.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
• Adapt activities so all participants can meaningfully engage.
• Support individual goals and development (skills, independence, communication).
• Demonstrate awareness of participant needs (physical, cognitive, emotional).
• Help participants build confidence, success, and belonging.
• Support health, safety, and well‑being under supervision.

Skills

Autism awareness

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Adaptability

Job description

Canucks Autism Network is hiring Support Workers for Fall 2026 across multiple Lower Mainland locations, including Surrey, Richmond, Vancouver, Burnaby and more. Roles involve assisting autistic participants in can be 1:1 or group formats, with training and ongoing mentorship provided.

Shifts are seasonal with multiple sessions on weekends and mornings; applicants must be reliable, patient, and committed to inclusive, dignified support aligned with CAN values.