Instructor Therapist (Etobicoke)

Kinark Child & Family Services; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate Instructor Therapists to support children and youth with autism within a dynamic and supportive environment. This role involves providing individualized services based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), working closely with families, and contributing to a team dedicated to improving life outcomes for children. With opportunities for extensive training and a focus on employee wellness, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a flexible work arrangement. Join a dedicated team committed to inclusivity and excellence in mental health services.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Flexible work arrangement

Employer Matching Pension Plan

Employee Wellness Program

Extensive Educational and Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Autism and Behaviour Science or related field required.
• 1 year of experience in delivering ABA-based programming is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide services and supports to children and youth with autism under RBA supervision.
• Conduct behaviour assessments and monitor progress through data collection.

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Post-secondary education in Autism and Behaviour Science

College diploma in Early Childhood Education

Child and Youth Worker diploma

Job description

Instructor Therapist (Etobicoke) - (1328)

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 that include individual, family, and group counselling. We are on a mission to help children and youth with complex needs achieve better life outcomes with a broader vision of a healthy future for Ontario’s children and youth. We have a passionate team of over 700 staff serving close to 9,000 children and youth each year in our three program streams - Community-based Child and Youth Mental Health, Autism, and Forensic Mental Health.

Our people are the heartbeat of our organization where ‘Holding children, youth, and families at the centre of all that we do’ is only one of the values that guides our work.

In support of our journey towards being an employer of choice in our sectors, our staff is engaged for feedback to identify and support improvements, big and small, to enhance the employee experience.

If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of children and youth with complex needs and want to be part of the mission we are on… Come join our team!

For more information about Kinark, our values, our strategic priorities, and our service programs, please visit ourwebsite atwww.kinark.on.ca/ .

What we offer:

• Competitive salary, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and other employment perks *
• Flexible work arrangement supporting employee 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)

We currently have an opportunity for:

Position Title

Instructor Therapist (Etobicoke)

Program Lists

Kinark Child & Family Services -> Autism Services

Location

Etobicoke, ON M9C 5K6 CA (Primary)

Reg/Temp

Temporary

Start Date

Temporary End Date

Full/Part Time

Part-Time

Relief

No

Other Employee Classification (if applicable)

Total # of hours per week

27

$27.31 to start

# of Positions

1

Close Date

May 21, 2025

Job Description

This is an exciting time for Kinark Child and Family Services! Our Autism services are expanding, and we are looking for Instructor Therapists to be part of this ground-breaking growth in our business.

Kinark has been a leader in the delivery of services to children and youth with autism and their families for over 20 years. In 2019, the provincial government began to redesign their service structure, resulting in changes to the Ontario Autism Program (OAP).

What we offer:
• Competitive salary - Salary for this position is starting at$27.31 per hour.
• Opportunities for individual and group R.B.A. supervision.
• Hands on supportive training and orientation
• Extensive educational and training opportunities and supports
• Supportive work environment with regular supervision and feedback
• Renowned Accredited Clinical Programs

Job Summary:
The Instructor Therapist will be responsible for providing services and supports to children and youth with autism and their families under the supervision of a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA). Reporting to the Senior Therapist this position works as part of a team directly with children and youth in centres and client homes, both one-on-one and in small groups.

You may be scheduled to work evenings, weekends, split shifts, or shorter shifts of less than 7 hours per day and up to 27 hours per week. You will be required to work out of other Kinark sites from time to time based on operational needs. As well, you may be assigned to work in different programs and services within the Autism division of Kinark and your primary work location may be reassigned within a 50 kilometer radius based on operational needs.

This is a temporary part-time position with a contract length of 1 year.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Client Services
Kinark Autism Services is a recognized leader in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). We deliver services using a combination of one to one and small group instruction. Our team provides individualized services to meet the needs of each child and youth based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We strive to support families in the best way possible and we use a family centered approach to identify the strengths and needs of the child or youth with a focus on increasing their skills. As an Instructor Therapist, you will participate in the delivery of evidence-based programming ABA such as administering skill acquisition programs, teaching appropriate behaviours and reducing challenging behaviour, teaching communication and social skills, play skills, and life skills. Regularly liaise with parents to provide progress updates and support parent coaching sessions. Create teaching materials to support programming. Collect and monitor data.

Data Collection and Review
Conduct behaviour or curriculum assessments. Monitor and track progress by keeping detailed daily records and information on the child’s challenging behaviour, skill acquisition, and other aspects of the planned interventions.

Administrative Duties
Maintain the clinical binder for each client. This includes preparing datasheets, daily graphing, and adjusting programming based on the set revision and mastery criterion. Participate in agency initiatives to further enhance our supports and services.

Qualifications:
• Post-secondary education in Autism and Behaviour Science, Behavioural Psychology, or a related field. **
• College diploma in Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Worker and Developmental Service Worker may be considered. **
• Candidates that are currently enrolled in a diploma or degree program may be considered.
• 1-year’s experience in delivering ABA-based programming an asset.
• Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) an asset.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, time-management and communication skills.
• Ability to work as a member of a team.
• Travel in the York and/or Simcoe area is required for this position; the successful candidate must have a valid Ontario driver’s license, access to a reliable vehicle and be willing to obtain automobile insurance which includes driving for business purposes with a minimum liability of one million dollars.
• Knowledge concerning cultural diversity and proficiency in other languages will be considered assets for this position.
• First Aid/CPR training an asset.

Please note that the Senior Management team will be reviewing applicants for all roles in Autism in an effort to appropriately coordinate applicants who apply to more than one posting.

** Please note that Equivalent combination of education & experience will be considered.

Kinark Child and Family Services conditions of employment include but are not limited to successful Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening or Criminal Broad Record Check, based on position, and completed Pre-Employment Medical certificate.

Candidates must have the skills and knowledge needed to work with an increasingly diverse client and staff population as well as a proven commitment to anti-oppression, equity, and inclusion as relevant for the role applied to.

Kinark Child and Family Services values inclusivity and diversity in the workplace, including age, ancestry, disability, gender expression, gender identity, race, religion and sexual orientation, that make each of us unique, and recognize that people experience oppression based on these characteristics and identities. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds. We are committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify People and Culture at [e-mail] [phone].

While we thank all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Any information obtained during the course of recruitment will be used for employment recruitment purposes only, and not for any other purpose.