Caregiver Mediated Early Years (CMEY) Instructor Therapist

Kinark Child & Family Services; Barrie; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Ontario is seeking a Caregiver Mediated Early Years Instructor Therapist to support children with autism. The role involves providing training and ABA programming while collaborating with families. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities for professional development in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Employer Matching Pension Plan

Employee Wellness Program

Educational and training opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Autism or related fields required.
• Experience with ABA programming and RBT certification are assets.

Responsibilities

• Provide Pivotal Response Training to children with autism and caregivers.
• Administer ABA-based programming and collaborate with families.
• Create teaching materials and collect data.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Cultural Diversity Knowledge

Education

Post-secondary education in Autism

College diploma in Early Childhood Education

College diploma in Child and Youth Worker

College diploma in Developmental Service Worker

Job description

Caregiver Mediated Early Years (CMEY) Instructor Therapist - (1333)

Kinark Child and Family Services has a rich 50-year history serving children and youth through a wide range of evidence-based mental health services, including individual, family, and group counselling. Our mission is to help children and youth with complex needs achieve better life outcomes, aiming for a healthy future for Ontario’s children and youth. We have a passionate team of over 700 staff serving nearly 9,000 children and youth annually across three program streams: Community-based Child and Youth Mental Health, Autism, and Forensic Mental Health.

Our people are the heartbeat of our organization, guided by values such as ‘Holding children, youth, and families at the centre of all that we do’.

We are committed to being an employer of choice in our sectors, engaging staff for feedback to improve the employee experience.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and youth with complex needs and want to join our mission, come join our team!

For more information about Kinark, our values, strategic priorities, and service programs, please visit our website at www.kinark.on.ca.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and other employment perks
• Flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance
• Employer Matching Defined Contribution Pension Plan up to 6%
• Employee Wellness Program
• Extensive educational and training opportunities and supports
• Supportive work environment with regular supervision and feedback
• Renowned accredited clinical programs

*Dependent on hours worked, length of service, and/or collective agreement (where relevant)

Position Details:

• Title: Caregiver Mediated Early Years (CMEY) Instructor Therapist
• Program: Kinark Child & Family Services - Autism Services
• Location: Barrie, ON L4N 2X2 (Primary)
• Type: Temporary, Full-Time
• Hours: 35 hours/week
• Start Date: Immediate
• End Date: June 16, 2026
• Compensation: Starting at $27.31/hour

Job Description:

Kinark’s Autism services are expanding, and we seek Instructor Therapists to join our growth. With over 20 years of leadership in autism services, we are redesigning our approach in line with the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).

Responsibilities include:

• Providing Pivotal Response Training (PRT) to children with autism and their caregivers, both in-person and virtually
• Administering ABA-based programming, including skill acquisition, behavior management, communication, social, play, and life skills
• Collaborating with families and providing progress updates and coaching
• Creating teaching materials and collecting data

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Autism, Behaviour Science, Psychology, or related fields; college diplomas in Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Worker, or Developmental Service Worker may be considered
• Experience with ABA programming is an asset; RBT certification is an asset
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Valid Ontario driver’s license, access to reliable vehicle, and willingness to obtain appropriate insurance
• Knowledge of cultural diversity and proficiency in other languages is an asset
• First Aid/CPR training is an asset

Note: Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. Conditions of employment include a successful Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening or equivalent, and a Pre-Employment Medical.

Kinark values diversity and inclusion and encourages applicants from all backgrounds. Accommodations are available during the recruitment process upon request.