Program Support Facilitator

ErinoakKids Center for Treatment and Development; Brampton; On-site; CAD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

ErinoakKids Center for Treatment and Development in Brampton is seeking a Program Support Facilitator to join our in-centre teams. The role blends behavioural intervention with respite services, supporting children and young adults with autism and/or complex medical needs across multiple ErinoakKids services.

You will help clients participate in structured activities, develop social and communication skills, and support daily living tasks in a client-centred, team-based environment.

Qualifications

• Must have or be working towards CYW/DSW/SSW/PSW/ABS or equivalent education.
• Experience with children/young adults with autism or developmental needs.
• Experience with challenging behaviors and medical needs.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of behavioural intervention strategies for young children with autism.
• Assist with activities of daily living (care, feeding, mobility).
• Plan, implement, and evaluate leisure activities for clients.
• Provide a safe, engaging environment to promote social and communication development.
• Offer care and supervision in therapeutic and respite settings.
• Operate transfer and mobility equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with therapists and staff to ensure consistent care.
• Assist with meals per care plans.
• Organize laundry for respite clients.
• Maintain documentation and contribute to progress reports.
• Aid Clinical Therapists with data collection and entry.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Bilingual (French/English)

Education

CYW diploma

DSW certificate

SSW certificate

PSW certificate

ABS certificate

Job description

Permanent Casual
Shift: 11 hours/week - Friday and Saturday 6:00pm - midnight
Brampton Site
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Replacement Position
Compensation Range: $26.54 - $31.06/hour

Position Summary:

ErinoakKids is currently seeking energetic and compassionate Program Support Facilitator to join our in-centre teams. This role includes elements of both behavioural intervention and respite services, supporting children and young adults with autism and/or complex medical or behavioural needs across several of ErinoakKids’ services.

As a key member of the care team, the Program Support Facilitator will assist clients in participating in a variety of structured activities, including social interaction, communication development, and daily living skills. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, a client-centered approach, and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of behavioural intervention strategies for young children with autism.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including personal care, feeding, and mobility.
• Assist with planning, implementing and evaluating leisure activities for clients
• Foster a safe, engaging, and supportive environment that promotes social and communication development.
• Provide care and supervision in both therapeutic and respite settings.
• Operate transfer and mobility equipment.
• Collaborate with therapists, clinicians, and other support staff to ensure consistent care practices.
• Prepare and cook meals for clients according to dietary guidelines outlined in plans of care
• Organize and complete laundry services for client beds in Respite program
• Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to client progress reports.
• Assist Clinical Therapists with data collection and entry for clients.
• Maintain and support the in-centre by ensuring toys and materials are cleaned and organized on a daily basis.

Qualifications:

• Must have or be working towards Child & Youth Worker (CYW) diploma, Developmental Support Worker (DSW), Social Service Worker (SSW), Personal Support Worker (PSW), Autism Behavioural Sciences (ABS) certificate or relevant education and/or experience;
• Experience working with children and/or young adults with autism, developmental disabilities, and/or complex medical needs.
• Experience working with children and youth with challenging behaviors.
• Experience working with children and/or young adults with medical needs such as seizures, tracheostomies and feeding tubes;
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• CPR/First Aid certification and a clear vulnerable sector screening are required.
• Enjoy working with children in a team atmosphere;
• Bilingualism in French and English is an asset.

Attn: Internal Staff
Internal Deadline: September 10, 2026
Staff actively working in these roles may be prioritizedbased on your circumstances:

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