Autism Support Worker

Home Care Assistance of Barrie, Ontario; Central Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in home care is seeking casual Autism Support Workers to provide respite care across Simcoe County. Ideal candidates will have a PSW certification and experience with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Flexible hours and competitive pay starting at $21-25 per hour, along with a benefits plan for those working 30+ hours weekly. Join a passionate team that values your contribution and offers various employee benefits.

Benefits

Benefits Plan

4% Vacation Pay

Flexible hours

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals diagnosed with ASD.
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check within the last 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Driving clients to outings, appointments, and errands.
• Providing care for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Managing challenging behaviors, including aggression and self-injury.

Skills

Communication

Behavior Management

Crisis Management

Education

PSW Certification

NACC Certification

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Are you looking for a career helping others? Looking for a company that values passion and rewards its employees with great benefits? Your search is over – an ASW with Home Care Assistance is the job for you!

We are seeking casual Autism Support Workers to provide respite care for community clients across Simcoe County. Scheduling is flexible, with hours ranging from 4-20 hours per week. Ideal candidates should have a driver's license and be comfortable driving clients to outings, appointments, etc. Flexibility in scheduling is an asset.

Job Benefits:

• Pay starting at $21-25 per hour, depending on experience
• Benefits Plan available after working 30+ hours per week
• 4% Vacation Pay on every pay
• Flexible hours
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee discounts for attractions, events, and services

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Driving clients to outings, appointments, and errands
• Providing care for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
• Supporting individuals at home and in the community with behavior management, community involvement, personal care, and recreational activities
• Providing cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual support
• De-escalating potential concerns with patience and soft skills
• Implementing crisis management techniques when necessary
• Managing challenging behaviors, including aggression and self-injury
• Completing accurate documentation and maintaining communication with families
• Performing additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• PSW certification from a public college or learning centre, or additional NACC certification preferred
• Experience working with individuals diagnosed with ASD
• CPI, TCI, UMAB, or Safe Management training is required
• Police Vulnerable Sector Check within the last 6 months
• Current CPR certification
• Satisfactory professional references
• Valid driver's license, vehicle, and insurance
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately

Please submit the necessary documents for review.

Questions? Contact Miruna at 705-503-2273 ext. 3 or [e-mail]

Home Care Assistance welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request. AI technology is used during recruitment for pre-screening and matching resumes. We appreciate your interest; review takes 5-7 business days, and only successful candidates will be contacted.