Instructor Therapist (York Simcoe Autism Network)

Kinark Child & Family Services; Markham; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in the lives of children and youth with complex needs. This role as an Instructor Therapist offers the opportunity to provide Applied Behaviour Analytic services, supporting children as they transition to school. With a focus on skill development and family engagement, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of children within a supportive environment. The organization values inclusivity and diversity, ensuring every team member is empowered to contribute meaningfully. If you are passionate about child development and eager to make a positive impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Employer Matching Pension Plan

Employee Wellness Program

Educational and Training Opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Community college diploma or university degree in related field required.
• Experience in delivering behavioral intervention programs is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct services to students and implement skill acquisition programming.
• Liaise with parents and monitor student progress.

Skills

Applied Behaviour Analysis

Child and Youth Development

Communication Skills

Behavioral Intervention

Education

Community College Diploma

University Degree in Psychology

Early Childhood Education

Job description

Instructor Therapist (York Simcoe Autism Network) - (1325)

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 (York Simcoe Autism Network)

Program Lists

Kinark Child & Family Services -> Autism Services

Location

Markham, ON L3R 5X5 CA (Primary)

Reg/Temp

Temporary

Start Date

Temporary End Date

May 29, 2026

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Relief

No

Other Employee Classification (if applicable)

Total # of hours per week

35

# of Positions

1

Close Date

May 16, 2025

Job Description

We are looking for Instructor Therapists to join our expanding team. The Entry to School (ETS) service will aim to support families with children ages 3 to 5 who are entering school for the first time. Children enrolled in ETS will receive six-months of group programming focusing on building skills prior to their entry to school followed by six-months of transition supports and individualized consultation. As an ETS service provider, Kinark will deliver ETS as part of the York Simcoe Autism Network (YSAN).

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

Job Summary:

The Instructor Therapist will be responsible for providingApplied Behaviour Analytic services to children and youth with autism and their families under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA).In this position, you will provide group-based services preparing children for first time entry to school.This role may include supporting Kinark’s Fee-for-service and / or Foundational Family Services.

You may be scheduled to work evenings, weekends, split shifts, or shorter shifts of less than 7 hours per day. 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.

Duties & Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Deliver direct service to students.
• Implement skill acquisition and group programming.
• Liaise with parents.
• Prepare teaching materials.
• Monitor the student progress.
• Assist with the implementation of behavioural assessment procedures.
• Participate in treatment planning, program writing, and report writing.

Qualifications:

• Community college diploma or a University degree in a related field (e.g., psychology, autism and behaviour science, early childhood education, child and youth worker). **

***Consideration will also be given to candidates currently completing acollege diploma or a University degree***

• Experience in the field delivering intensive behavioural intervention programs or early childhood education would be an asset and will be given special consideration.
• 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.
• Candidates bilingual in English and French will be given special consideration.

** 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.