autism support worker

Edlen Household; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local support service provider in Toronto is seeking an Autism Support Worker to provide assistance to clients with intellectual disabilities and autistic children. Responsibilities include personal care, companionship, and meal preparation. Applicants must be authorized to work in Canada. This is a part-time, permanent position offering $28 per hour for 18 hours bi-weekly.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting clients with personal hygiene and daily living activities.
• Ability to engage children in educational and fun activities.
• Experience working with special needs children is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with bathing and hygiene needs.
• Provide companionship and engage clients in activities.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals and shop for supplies.

Skills

Experience with intellectual disabilities

Companionship

Light housekeeping

Meal preparation

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Job description

Autism Support Worker

Posted on October 24, 2025 by Edlen Household

Job Details

Location: Toronto, ON M4S 2N4 – on site

Salary: $28.00 per hour, 18 hours bi-weekly

Employment Type: Permanent, Part-time

Schedule: 18 hours bi-weekly, starts as soon as possible

Advertised Until: 2025-11-23

Overview

This role involves providing support to clients with intellectual disabilities and autistic children in Toronto, ON.

Languages

English

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate.

Experience

Experience an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients with bathing and other aspects of personal hygiene
• Assist in regular exercise (e.g., walks)
• Launder clothing and household linens
• Mend clothing and linens
• Perform light housekeeping and cleaning duties
• Provide companionship
• Provide personal care
• Shop for food and household supplies
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals
• Cook
• Housekeeping activities
• Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs, and preparing crafts

Target Audience

• Persons with an intellectual disability
• Young adults

Experience with special needs children

• Autistic children

Who can apply for this job?

You can apply if you are:

• a Canadian citizen
• a permanent resident of Canada
• a temporary resident with a valid work permit

Do not apply if you are not authorized to work in Canada. The employer will not respond to your application.

Important Notice

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