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CSJ - Autism Support Facilitator (Community)
Kerry's Place Autism Services
Oshawa
On-site
CAD 30,000 - 60,000
Full time
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Job summary
Kerry's Place Autism Services is seeking an Autism Support Facilitator to support individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families. This temporary full-time role involves providing direct community support to enhance the quality of life for supported persons. The position is an entry-level opportunity ideal for candidates with a background in Human/Social Services and experience with developmental disabilities.
Benefits
Qualifications
- Experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder/developmental disabilities in a community based setting.
- Knowledge of ABA principles and approaches to support individuals with ASD.
- Strong understanding of family dynamics and support.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct support to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder in community settings.
- Collaborate with families and community agencies to enhance quality of life.
- Ensure support aligns with the values of Kerry’s Place Autism Services.
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Education
Job description
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CA$17.20/hr - CA$17.20/hr
POSITION POSTING: #3177
SERVICE AREA: Community – Respite and Recreation, and Foundations
LOCATION: Kerry’s Place East Region – Oshawa
AGE GROUP SUPPORTED: Children or Youth under 18 years old/Supported persons over age 18
POSITION STATUS: Temporary Full-Time (10 weeks contract ending August 2025; two weeks written notice prior to contract end)
HOURS OF WORK: 35 hours per week (Days)
HOURLY PAY RATE: $17.20 per hour
UNION AFFILIATION: Non-Union
BENEFITS INCLUDED: No - Receive Pay in Lieu of Benefits up to 5% added to each pay
CLOSING DATE: 4:30pm, June 24, 2025
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO: External Applicants
Are you looking for a meaningful career full of lifelong learning and everyday adventures?
At Kerry’s Place, we help enhance the quality of life for more than 8000 people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) each year! Our dedicated team of professionals have become experts in the field through our continuous training and development programs. Get ready for a fun and vibrant career because every day is an adventure at Kerry’s Place!
Why Join our Team?
- Make a Meaningful Difference in Someone’s Life
- Career Development & Internal Growth Opportunities Available
- Various Employer-Paid Training Programs
- Flexible Schedule
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan
- Employee Recognition and Celebration Programs
- Open and Inclusive Work Environment
Reporting to Manager of Services and Supports, the Autism Support Facilitator is responsible for for providing direct support to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, their families and communities, ensuring that the day-to-day support provided to persons diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder meet the expectations of those supported persons to enhance their quality of life. Responsibilities may include:
- The support provided must also align with the values of Kerry’s Place Autism Services and meet the goals and expectations of the organization
- The Autism Support Facilitator, with his/her team, provide services aimed at maximizing health and safety and personal fulfillment of people diagnosed with ASD
- Post-secondary education in Human / Social Services
- 1 year experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder/developmental disabilities in a community based setting as well as;
- Experience working closely with families and with community agencies
- Experience working with both children and adults with developmental disabilities
- Strong knowledge of and experience supporting individuals with ASD in community settings.
- Good understanding of normal human growth and development as well as societal support to individuals with disabilities
- Good knowledge of respective communities and formal and informal resources
- Strong understanding of the principles of supporting individuals within the family unit and within their community is required
- Basic understanding of Child and Family Services Act and The Services and Supports to
- Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act and responsibilities through these
- Knowledge and practical experience with support approaches often found to be helpful in support to children and adults with ASD (ie. social stories /sensory needs/communication aids / applied behaviour analysis/environmental modifications)
- Understanding of basic family dynamics including grief processes, sibling issues, and importance of family and support for long term family capacity
- Solid understanding of ABA principles, associated teaching methods, and experience in utilizing these principles in supporting individuals with ASD across the autism spectrum
- Experience with and comfort in working with families from diverse backgrounds
- Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment;
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment*; and,
- Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations
We thank all applicants for your interest in Kerry’s Place Autism Services. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
- Seniority levelEntry level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionHuman Resources
- IndustriesNon-profit Organizations
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