Instructor Therapist - Halton Autism Services

Woodview-Mental-Health-and-Autism-Services; Burlington; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Evening/weekend shifts

Job summary

Woodview Halton Autism Services is seeking an experienced ABA-focused professional to deliver services in-centre and in the community for children and youth with autism. The role includes direct service delivery, program implementation under supervision, and data collection to track progress.

Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends will be required; access to a vehicle is preferred for transportation to client sessions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months practical/applied experience in ABA.
• Professional experience working with children with autism.
• Autism and Behavioural Sciences certificate (or equivalent) required.
• Access to a vehicle, valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance.

Responsibilities

• Direct ABA service delivery: work one-to-one and in small groups with children and youth with autism.
• Program implementation and teamwork under supervision as part of a team-based environment.
• Data collection, graphing, and preparation of client materials.
• Provide quality programming and support in a positive, team-based environment.
• Coverage for sessions during vacations or illnesses as needed.

Skills

ABA experience

Child-focused care

Data collection

Education

Autism and Behavioural Sciences certificate (or equivalent)

Job description

The Role

Woodview’s Halton Autism Services is currently seeking a qualified, skilled, and experienced individual to deliver Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)-based services both in-centre and in the community as part of our Halton Autism Services team.

Key Responsibilities (May Include but are not limited to):

• Direct ABA service delivery: Work one-to-one and in small groups with children and youth with autism; service hours are generally Monday–Friday 8:30am–4:30pm with evening shifts 5:00pm–8:00pm and Saturday 8:30am–12:30pm, as required. Working hours are 24-40 hours weekly.


• Program implementation & teamwork: Implement programs under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and/or Senior Therapist as part of a team-based environment.


• Data & materials: Keep accurate data, complete graphing, and prepare/create materials for clients.


• Program quality & culture: Provide quality and supportive programming while contributing to a positive, team-based working environment.


• Coverage support: Be available to cover sessions for vacation and staff illness in addition to regularly scheduled sessions each week.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 6 months practical/applied experience in ABA


• Professional experience working with children with autism


• Knowledge of ABA principles obtained through completion of the Autism and Behavioural Sciences certificate (or equivalent)


• Access to a vehicle, valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance (ability to transport clients)

Assets:

• Practical experience collecting, graphing, and analyzing data


• Current First Aid, CPR, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification


• Experience providing parent coaching and/or running groups


• French as a second language


• Vulnerable Sector Check required

Additional Information

• Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends