Inclusion Coach

Ottawa Sports & Entertainment Group; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

The Ottawa Sports & Entertainment Group (OSEG) invites applications for an Inclusion Coach in the Autism Moves program. This on-site, part-time contract role provides specialized behavioural support to youth with ASD, promotes a safe and inclusive environment, and supports program delivery alongside the Program Leader and staff.

You will monitor progress, liaise with families, adapt activities, and advocate for consistent application of behaviour strategies.

Qualifications

• Certification or experience in behaviour analysis, special education, sport and recreation, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of autism spectrum disorder and strategies for behaviour management.
• Experience working with children and youth in sports, recreation, or therapeutic settings.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong ability to problem solve and think on your feet.
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Availability to work weekends and weeknights.
• Access to a vehicle to attend various program sites.
• Bilingualism (English & French) is considered an asset.
• Able to provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Check.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the program’s onsite behaviour specialist, providing strategies and interventions to address challenging behaviors at each session.
• Develop weekly lessons and curriculums, with option for varying ability levels and behaviour needs.
• Support and mentor Program Leader and Program Support staff to ensure consistent application of behavior strategies.
• Monitor participant progress and provide recommendations to enhance their experience.
• Serve as the main point of contact onsite for families, providing updates and addressing concerns.
• Ensure safety and well-being of participants at all times.

Skills

Behaviour analysis

Special education

Sport & recreation

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem solving

Professional appearance

Job description

Reporting to the Inclusion Coordinator, the Inclusion Coach is responsible for providing specialized behavioural support within the Autism Moves program, ensuring a safe, inclusive, and positive environment for all participants. This role develops and implements strategies to support diverse needs, adapts programming in collaboration with the Program Leader, and provides guidance to staff to ensure consistent application of behaviour supports. The position also monitors participant progress, engages with families as a key point of contact, and supports overall program delivery to enhance the experience for youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

This part-time, contract role has an hourly rate of $30/hr. This is a replacement position and works on site.

What you’ll do:

• Serve as the program’s onsite behaviour specialist, providing strategies and interventions to address challenging behaviors at each session.
• Develop weekly lessons and curriculums, with option for varying ability levels and behaviour needs.
• Support and mentor Program Leader and Program Support staff to ensure consistent application of behavior strategies.
• Monitor participant progress and provide recommendations to enhance their experience.
• Serve as the main point of contact onsite for families, providing updates and addressing concerns.
• Ensure safety and well-being of participants at all times.

What’s needed:

• Certification or experience in behaviour analysis, special education, sport and recreation, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of autism spectrum disorder and strategies for behaviour management.
• Experience working with children and youth in sports, recreation, or therapeutic settings.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills.
• Strong ability to problem solve and think on your feet.
• Professional appearance and positive attitude.
• Availability to work weekends and weeknights.
• Access to a vehicle to attend various program sites.
• Bilingualism (English & French) is considered an asset.
• Able to provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Check.

Why OSEG Foundation?

Founded in 2017 as the charitable arm of the Ottawa REDBLACKS and Ottawa 67’s, the OSEG Foundation leverages the power of sport to help children and youth reach their fullest potential. The 50/50 raffle is held at each home-game for the REDBLACKS, 67’s, Atlético, Blackjacks and other special events at TD Place. Revenue raised through charitable gaming is invested in positive youth development programs for children and youth facing barriers.

Located at Lansdowne Park, the Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group (OSEG) is the largest sports and entertainment company in the capital. We are proud owners of the Ottawa REDBLACKS, and Ottawa 67’s. We are also home to Atletico Ottawa, Ottawa Blackjacks, and Ottawa Rapid FC, and live events at TD Place. OSEG and its related Foundation were founded on the vision of its partners - to create year-round world-class guest experiences and give back to the Ottawa community.

TD Place is an advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion and invites and encourages all candidates to apply for this role, including women, Indigenous peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities. Additionally, we are happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance.

Please note this role will require interacting with the public, including in crowded spaces. TD Place is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all employees and guests. We encourage you receive a full dose of the COVID-19 vaccination (subject to applicable exceptions).