13 Oct
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ErinoakKids Center for Treatment and Development
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Oakville
13 Oct
ErinoakKids Center for Treatment and Development
Oakville
Permanent Full-time
Oakville Site
37.5 hours/week
Monday - Friday 8:15am - 4:15pm
Work Arrangement: On-site
Replacement position
Compensation Range: $26.54 - $31.06/hour
Position Summary:
ErinoakKids is currently seeking energetic and compassionate Program Support Facilitator to join our in-centre teams. This role includes elements of both behavioural intervention and respite services, supporting children and young adults with autism and/or complex medical or behavioural needs across several of ErinoakKids’ services.
As a key member of the care team, the Program Support Facilitator will assist clients in participating in a variety of structured activities, including social interaction, communication development, and daily living skills. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, a client-centered approach, and the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the implementation of behavioural intervention strategies for young children with autism.
- Assist clients with activities of daily living, including personal care, feeding, and mobility.
- Assist with planning, implementing and evaluating leisure activities for clients
- Foster a secure, engaging, and supportive environment that promotes social and communication development.
- Provide care and supervision in both therapeutic and respite settings.
- Operate transfer and mobility equipment.
- Collaborate with therapists, clinicians, and other support staff to ensure consistent care practices.
- Maintain accurate documentation and contribute to client progress reports.
- Assist Clinical Therapists with data collection and entry for clients.
- Maintain and support the in-centre by ensuring toys and materials are cleaned and organized on a daily basis.
- Prepare and cook meals for clients according to dietary guidelines outlined in plans of care
- Organize and complete laundry services for client beds in Respite program
Qualifications:
- Must have or be working towards Child & Youth Worker (CYW) diploma, Developmental Support Worker (DSW), Social Service Worker (SSW), Personal Support Worker (PSW), Autism Behavioural Sciences (ABS) certificate or relevant education and/or experience;
- Experience working with children and/or young adults with autism, developmental disabilities, and/or complex medical needs.
- Experience working with children and youth with challenging behaviors.
- Experience working with children and/or young adults with medical needs such as seizures, tracheostomies and feeding tubes;
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- CPR/First Aid certification and a clear vulnerable sector screening are required.
- Enjoy working with children in a team atmosphere;
- Bilingualism in French and English is an asset.
Attn: Internal Staff
Internal Deadline: October 12, 2026
Staff actively working in these roles may be prioritizedbased on your circumstances:
We’recommitted to creating an accessible and inclusive candidate experience. If you need an accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please reach out to our People & Culture team when someone contacts you andwe’llbe happy to support you.
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The successful candidate willbe requiredto complete a vulnerable sector search. Please note that all prospective ErinoakKids employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements,as a condition of obtaining andmaintainingemployment.
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📌 Program Support Facilitator- PFT (Oakville)
🏢 ErinoakKids Center for Treatment and Development
📍 Oakville