Are you looking for a meaningful career full of lifelong learning and everyday adventures?
At Kerry’s Place, we help enhance the quality of life for more than 8000 people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) each year! Our dedicated team of professionals have become experts in the field through our continuous training and development programs. Get ready for a fun and vibrant career because every day is an adventure at Kerry’s Place!

Why Join our Team?
We offer an amazing compensation package with a strong focus on health and wellness. We`re proud to offer our employees:

4 Weeks of Paid Vacation per year to start

Additional 2 Paid Flex Days annually

Employer Paid Group Benefits Program

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (optional)

Employee and Family Assistance Program

Employer-Paid Training Programs

Tuition Assistance Program

Corporate Membership discount for Goodlife Fitness

Career Development & Internal Growth Opportunities Available

About the Role:
Reporting to the Manager, Services and Supports, the Autism Consultant is responsible for providing Autism-based services to support persons of all ages, their families and communities. The Autism Consultant provides assistance with increasing knowledge, capacity, and navigating supports within the Autism service sector, based on individual goals. Responsibilities may include:

Follow established Community Services practices and provide support in line with Mission, Vision, and Values and Strategic Plan of Kerry’s Place

Fulfill responsibilities as an Autism Consultant across various programs

Consult with and maintain positive working relationships with supported persons, families, agencies, community groups, employers, and other key contacts

Work collaboratively with supported persons, families, agencies, community groups, as well as the internal team to support resource navigation and identified goals on an ongoing basis

Provide strategies and resources to support identified goals, in line with evidence-informed and best practices for the sector





Liaise with families, community groups and partner agencies in a professional fashion, including obtaining and maintaining necessary consent for service provision

Provide support/facilitation in group settings for persons with Autism, family members, agencies, and community member

Document and maintain electronic client files in a professional, thorough, and consistent manner, as outlined in record keeping procedures

Support community capacity building through attending events and provision of education/training, supporting others to gain understanding of Autism and Kerry’s Place services and supports

Represent Kerry’s Place at external community tables, committees, and/or events, as needed

Attend case conferences and/or meetings, as needed

Ensure the health and safety of supported persons in accordance to Ontario Regulation 299/10 Quality Assurance Measures, the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, and the Provincial and Municipal regulations and by-laws

Other duties as assigned

Education Qualifications:

Post-secondary education in Human / Social Services

Knowledge and Experience Requirements:

Minimum 1-year experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other disabilities in a community-based setting, as well as;

Experience working with families and community agencies, as well as demonstrated knowledge of formal and informal resources available

Experience implementing evidence-informed support strategies for people with Autism

Understanding of human development and healthy relationship dynamics,



as well as support approaches found to be helpful in support to individuals with ASD

Basic understanding of Child and Family Services Act, Services and Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act, and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and other relevant legislation

Demonstrated ability to work respectfully and effectively with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to cultural, spiritual, and heritage differences, as well as varied gender identities, pronouns and lived experiences

Proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and client data base systems or a willingness to learn and apply these skills effectively

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Must have the ability to physically supportchildren, youth and adultswith Autism Spectrum Disorder

Must have the ability to complete the Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification, as well as perform the required physical techniques. Training will be provided at no cost

A valid Driver’s License, with a minimum G2 and access to a reliable vehicle

As a condition of employment, employees must be able to provide a Driver’s Abstract in good standing with fewer than three demerit points

Ability to travel as required

Position requires flexible schedule including evenings and weekends

Kerry’s Place is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. Kerry’s Place is also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for your interest in Kerry’s Place Autism Services. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Closing Date: 25/06/2026 4:30 pm

Temporary Full-Time (Contract ending July 2027; Two weeks’ written notice prior to contract end)

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📌 Autism Consultant (Community) #3500 (Manitoba)
🏢 Kerry's Place Autism Services
📍 Manitoba