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Autism Support Specialist

4 months ago

Grimsby, Canada Jake's House Charity Full time

Position Type: 2-month contract in collaboration with Canada Summer Jobs.

Start Date: June 10th, 2024

Reports: VP, Programs & Strategic Projects

Location: Grimsby, ON

Pay rate: $18 per hour

Industry: Not-for-profit

COMPANY PROFILE:
Founded in 2004, Jake’s House is a Provincially and Federally funded Canadian charity with a mission to provide meaningful support to families living with autism across the country. Recognizing that more than any other single issue, families dealing with autism need a community, Jake’s House is committed to growing a strong network of people who understand and care - a family, determined to provide tangible solutions at every stage of life.

Specifically, Jake’s House supports individuals on the spectrum throughout their lifespans through four core initiatives: 1) Jake’s House Annual Holiday Parties, a 15-year tradition of bringing families together for a welcoming, fun and festive celebration; 2) Legends Mentoring Program, themed group mentoring workshops that provide youth with opportunities to learn skills, socialize and make friends; 3) Jake’s House Employment Mentoring, a program that supports the integration of young adults into the workforce; and 4) inclusive housing solutions, designed to address the growing housing gap in the autism community, giving more aging adults a place to call home.

**JOB OVERVIEW**

Jake’s House is looking for a Autism Support Specialist for a two-month contract. The Autism Support Specialist will play a crucial role in supporting participants with autism in the Construction Craft Pre-Apprenticeship program. The specialist will be responsible for monitoring and assisting participants on-site, ensuring a safe and productive learning environment. This role requires a compassionate individual with a strong commitment to safety and the ability to provide individualized support to meet each participant's needs.

**RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Monitor and support participants with autism throughout the Construction Craft Pre-Apprenticeship program.
- Ensure the safety of all participants by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
- Provide individualized assistance to participants, helping them understand and complete tasks.
- Collaborate with instructors and other staff to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
- Track worker progress and provide regular feedback to Jake's House Head Office
- Evaluate individual strengths and weaknesses to determine appropriate task assignments.
- Communicate effectively with participants, instructors, and caregivers to address any concerns or needs.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with participants and community partners

**REQUIRED SKILLS AND EDUCATION**
- Completion of a relevant program or equivalent experience in developmental services.
- Experience working with individuals with autism and/or developmental delays, especially in supporting life skills.
- Strong understanding of autism spectrum disorders and best practices for supporting individuals with autism.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Compassionate and patient demeanor when working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Excellent written and verbal skills, who actively listens
- Ability to remain calm and patient in challenging situations.
- Strong commitment to safety and creating a positive learning environment.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Proficiency with MS Office Suite.

**IDEAL CANDIDATES (CULTURE FIT)**
- Kind and empathetic, understanding the families we support always come first
- Go-getter with a positive attitude, entrepreneurial spirit, and an eagerness to wear many hats
- Self-motivated, proactive, resourceful, and results-driven; little supervision required to achieve goals
- Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills
- Thrives in fast-growing, dynamic environments; able to multi-task on concurrent projects
- Positive, energetic, enthusiastic, passionate
- Committed, disciplined
- Compassionate, caring, understanding, genuine, strong 'family values"

Jake’s House is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating inclusive working environments for all employees.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Contract
Contract length: 2 months

Pay: $18.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Grimsby, ON L3M 0H5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-06-10