Instructor Therapist

Position: Instructor Therapists (IT) - Centre and Home-Based Services

Organization: Autism Behaviour Habilitation Services (ABHS)

Rate: Starting From $24.00 per hour

Location: Halton, Peel, Hamilton-Niagara regions or at The Discovery Centre in Oakville

Position Summary

Instructor Therapists (IT) provide Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) therapy to children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental and behavioural challenges. Autism Behaviour Habilitation Services (ABHS) is committed to providing evidence based, individualized services that meet the needs of each child and family. Services are offered in home (Halton, Peel, Hamilton-Niagara regions) or at The Discovery Centre in Oakville. We pride ourselves in providing exceptional behavioural and skills-based programming, which seeks the best outcomes for clients and families. Our training and mentoring practices provide an enriching and challenging environment that will nurture and advance Instructor Therapists’ clinical expertise.

Duties & Responsibilities

· Delivery of ABA therapy to clients aged to 2-18 with various abilities and challenging behaviours in-home or in centre

· Create program materials/stimuli for client(s)

· Participate in team meetings

· Monitor and flag clients’ progress as needed to clinical teams

· Data collection and graphing

· Travel may be required within the Halton and Peel Region

Requirements

· Behavioural Science certificate or diploma, RBT certification or Undergraduate Degree in Psychology, Social Work or a related field. Note: Applicants from other academic disciplines may be considered based on education and experience.

· Minimum 1 year of experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or other developmental or behavioural challenges as an Instructor Therapist (IT)

· Strong knowledge and understanding of ASD and Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)/ Intensive Behavioural Intervention (IBI)

· Ability to work between 9AM and 5PM with occasional evenings and Saturdays

· Commitment to clinical integrity while running energetic, creative, enthusiastic, and fun sessions!

· Superior time management and oral/written communication skills

· Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team

· A commitment to professional development

· Competency in Microsoft Word and Excel

· Current First-Aid and CPR-C certification

· Valid Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 6 months

· Valid driver’s license and access to reliable vehicle

What We Offer

· Regular clinical reviews and team meetings (weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly)

· Professional development opportunities in Behaviour Management, Skill Acquisition, Collaborative Problem Solving, Data Collection and tracking, etc.

· Access to BCBA/R. B. A. (Ont.) supervision hours

· Competitive salary/hourly rate

· Casual dress

· Benefits for full-time employees (dental care and extended health care)

· Flexible schedule

· On-site parking

· Paid time off

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $24.00-$25.50 per hour

Benefits

• Casual dress
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person