Special Needs Worker/ Tutor

2 weeks ago

Vaughan, Canada Zeltser Family Full time

We are looking for a friendly, creative, caring and dependable person, to provide instruction, companionship and support for our son, **a young adult**with medium-functioning autism, who is friendly and talkative. (In terms of his behaviour, interacting with him is more like supporting/interacting with a 7 to 10 year-old.) In this role, you will join our son on **daily walks** (in the neighbourhood and near-by parks.) **Outings**, such as library, gym and (if you can swim) possibly swimming at the local pool, may be done as well. You will plan and guide in simple **arts & crafts** activities, **simple cooking** (e.g. buying ingredients and making a smoothie or simple cookies), doing **movement exercises** and using the WII. With your help, our son can try new activities and practice daily living skills. **This is a unique role that is a mix between an instructor/therapist, a "big sister" or a "big brother" and a companion.** Activities, such as arts & crafts and simple cooking, are used to further develop our son's communication, social and life-skills. This role gives you a great opportunity gain valuable skills and experience, since we offer guidance and training on how to use developmental & play-based therapy approaches. This is an on-going role and we are looking for someone who is able to build a relationship and make a commitment to support our son for at least six months. If you are available for longer - that is even better. Schedule: We are looking for someone who will support our son on weekdays, 2-3 times a week, 5 hours per day ( So up to a total of 10-15 hours per week + an additional hour of paid planning.) The hours are usually from 10:30 AM - 3:30 PM, but there may be some flexibility. (Feel free to check specific hours with us.) Additional hours may become available in the future. Pay: $25.00 to $27.0 per hour. Location: We live in Thornhill. - have experience working or volunteering with kids (Possibly as a babysitter, camp-counsellor, student of ECE/Child & Youth Worker, therapist or instructor); - have the ability to plan simple arts & crafts activities; and - have a valid Ontario driver's license. **This opportunity may be of particular interest for** those considering studying Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Pathology, Recreation Therapy, special-education, Psychology, Child and Youth Worker, Developmental Service Worker, Social Work or related fields - and looking to gain hands-on experience and training. It may also be suitable for those seeking part-time hours, such as stay-at-home parents, semi-retired, and for those with experience in ECE, teaching, special-education or therapy. To apply: **Job Type**: Part-time Pay: $25.00-$27.00 per hour **Benefits**: - Casual dress Application question(s): - Are you located in Thornhill or within an easy commute range? (please provide details.) **Education**: - Secondary School (required) Licence/Certification: - Ontario Driving License (preferred) Work Location: In person

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