Are you passionate about giving autistic children and youth opportunities for learning, connection, and participation?
ConnectWell Community Health is seeking an Autism Therapist for 35 hours per week (1.0 FTE). This position offers a competitive benefit package and HOOPP.
Position Summary: As part of the Autism Services multi-disciplinary team, a will provide a variety of services including: Intensive Behavioural Intervention, Parent Education & Coaching, Specialized Workshops, Consultation and individualized or group based services. The Autism Therapist works collaboratively with Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, BCBAs, Behaviour Therapists and other professionals.
Qualifications:
• Human Service Degree/Diploma
• Preference for additional Autism and Behavioural Sciences Graduate Certificate
• Experience working with children/youth with ASD
• Extensive knowledge of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)
Reporting Relationship: The successful candidate will report to the Program Manager
HOW TO APPLY: Qualified candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their qualifications and interest in the position. Application deadline is December 1, 2023. Applications should be sent to the attention of Chelsea Ballinger (cballinger@connectwell.ca).
An offer of employment will be conditional upon the candidate completing a Vulnerable Sector Screening, which includes a criminal reference check and proof of COVID vaccinations (2 doses).
ConnectWell is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If at any stage in the selection process you require accommodation due to a disability, please contact Chelsea Ballinger (cballinger@connectwell.ca) to let us know how we can assist you.
ConnectWell Community Health is also committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity and we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples, racialized persons/persons of colour and those who identify as women, persons with disabilities and LGBTQ+ persons.
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Although we appreciate all responses, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted