Instructor Therapist

This is an exciting time for Kinark Child and Family Services  Our Autism services are expanding, and we are looking for Instructor Therapists to be part of this ground-breaking growth in our business.

Kinark has been a leader in the delivery of services to children and youth with autism and their families for over 20 years. In 2019, the provincial government began to redesign their service structure, resulting in changes to the Ontario Autism Program (OAP). 

What we offer:

•    Competitive salary - Salary for this position is starting at $27.31 per hour.

•    Opportunities for individual and group R.B.A. supervision.  

•    Hands on supportive training and orientation

•    Extensive educational and training opportunities and supports

•    Supportive work environment with regular supervision and feedback

•    Renowned Accredited Clinical Programs 

Job Summary:

The Instructor Therapist will be responsible for providing services and supports to children and youth with autism and their families under the supervision of a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA).  Reporting to the Senior Therapist this position works as part of a team directly with children and youth in centres and client homes, both one-on-one and in small groups.

You may be scheduled to work evenings, weekends, split shifts, or shorter shifts of less than 7 hours per day and up to 35 hours per week. You will be required to work out of other Kinark sites from time to time based on operational needs.  As well, you may be assigned to work in different programs and services within the Autism division of Kinark and your primary work location may be reassigned within a 50 kilometer radius based on operational needs.

This is a Temporary Part-time position with a contract length of 1 year. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

Client Services

Kinark Autism Services is a recognized leader in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). We deliver services using a combination of one to one and small group instruction. Our team provides individualized services to meet the needs of each child and youth based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). We strive to support families in the best way possible and we use a family centered approach to identify the strengths and needs of the child or youth with a focus on increasing their skills. As an Instructor Therapist, you will participate in the delivery of evidence-based programming ABA such as administering skill acquisition programs, teaching appropriate behaviours and reducing challenging behaviour, teaching communication and social skills, play skills, and life skills.  Regularly liaise with parents to provide progress updates and support parent coaching sessions. Create teaching materials to support programming. Collect and monitor data.

 

Data Collection and Review 

Conduct behaviour or curriculum assessments. Monitor and track progress by keeping detailed daily records and information on the child's challenging behaviour, skill acquisition, and other aspects of the planned interventions. 

 

Administrative Duties

Maintain the clinical binder for each client. This includes preparing datasheets, daily graphing, and adjusting programming based on the set revision and mastery criterion. Participate in agency initiatives to further enhance our supports and services.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Autism and Behaviour Science, Behavioural Psychology, or a related field. **

• College diploma in Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Worker and Developmental Service Worker may be considered. **

• Candidates that are currently enrolled in a diploma or degree program may be considered.

• 1-year's experience in delivering ABA-based programming an asset. 

• Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) an asset.

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, time-management and communication skills.

• Ability to work as a member of a team.

• Travel in the York and/or Simcoe area is required for this position; the successful candidate must have a valid Ontario driver's license, access to a reliable vehicle and be willing to obtain automobile insurance which includes driving for business purposes with a minimum liability of one million dollars.

• Knowledge concerning cultural diversity and proficiency in other languages will be considered assets for this position.

• First Aid/CPR training an asset.

Please note that the Senior Management team will be reviewing applicants for all roles in Autism in an effort to appropriately coordinate applicants who apply to more than one posting

** Please note that Equivalent combination of education & experience will be considered.