Job Title: Autism Therapist
Salary Range: $25.50 to $29.99
Department: Autism
Location: Brantford & Surrounding Communities (Brant, Haldimand, Norfolk)
Position Type: Temporary Full-Time (12 month contract)
Unionized: Yes
Existing Position: Yes
What you'll do
Key Responsibilities
· Provide evidence-based ABA treatment procedures to promot client growth.
· Demonstrates a respectful relationship with each child and family and recognize their rights and promote dignity and well-being
· Maintains communication with families respective of the AT role, directing appropriate issues to the Registered Behaviour Analyst
· Implement individual treatment plans supervised by the Registered Behaviour Analyst
· Implement and role model effective behaviour management strategies, as appropriate
· Be the ‘primary therapist’ for multiple clients with the responsibility of ensuring organized and updated client information and programs
· Organize and lead therapeutic groups as appropriate
· Schedule treatment sessions in coordination with family, school and other services
· Provide parent training (in-vivo, consultation, workshops)
· Develop and implement parent training in-vivo, consultation and develop appropriate resources/materials
Why you'll love working here
Growth: Training, mentorship, and career development for all stages
Purpose: Work that makes a difference in our community
Belonging: Employee committees, inclusive policies, and a culture of respect
Benefits: HOOPP retirement plan
Education, Qualifications and Certifications
Qualifications
· Related university degree or college diploma complemented with an Autism and Behavioural Science Ontario College Graduate Certificate or Behavioural Science Technician (B.S.T.) and/or has obtained the Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) certification.
· Minimum of a Diploma from a recognized community college resulting in training relevant to working with children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.
• Hands-on experience of at least 1 year in providing ABA treatment with individuals with autism.
• Previous experience with children with special needs.
Experience and Knowledge
Accessibility & Inclusion
Lansdowne Children’s Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
APPLY TODAY
Submit your resume and a short cover letter telling us why this role excites you.
We welcome applicants of all ages, backgrounds, and experiences.
Or, please send your application by e-mail to: apply@lansdownecc.com
Lansdowne Children’s Centre provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment process.
If you are contacted to participate in an interview or screening process, please advise us if you require accommodation.
We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted