POSITION SUMMARY:

HIRING: INSTRUCTOR THERAPIST – SATURDAYS

We are looking for an Instructor Therapist to work one-on-one with a youth on the autism spectrum.

Schedule: Saturdays, 8:30AM – 11:30 AM (Kanata/Stittsville area) Paid additional for 15mins before and after for prep/clean up time.

Ideal for someone looking to supplement their current work with additional hours!

Our Instructor Therapist will provide clinical instruction and behaviour reduction protocols (based upon the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis) to clients with Autism and related developmental disabilities in the home. Our Instructor Therapists collect program data and assist the Clinic Supervisor with clinical assessments as needed.

Essential components of this position are listed below but are subject to change at the discretion of The CORE Learning Centre. This job description describes essential job functions but does not provide an exhaustive list of duties that may be assigned.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

- Provides direct IN-HOME client care in 1:1 and group settings utilizing a combination of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.
- Be flexible to work in different settings, working in centre but also on-site daycares doing ABA therapy sessions in one one-on-one sessions
- Follows the prescribed behavioural skill acquisition and behaviour reduction protocols.
- Follows and records data for prescribed toilet training protocols.
- Collects, records, and summarizes data on observable client behaviour.
- Effectively communicates with parents and caregivers regarding client progress as instructed by the Clinic Supervisor.
- Maintains client confidentiality.
- Assists in preparing client materials as instructed.
- Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy setting.





KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

- Ability to accept constructive feedback and develop knowledge and skill sets accordingly.
- Effective time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers and supervisors
- Ability to adhere to organizational policies and procedures and abide by code of ethics as indicated by the Registered Behaviour Analyst
- Commitment to maintain client confidentiality
- Commitment to ongoing training and development as it relates to clinical skills, professional development, ethics, and technology, and training in order to perform job responsibilities to required standards.

BASIC & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, crawling, sitting, standing) for extended periods.
- Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods.
- Immunization Vaccine Record Required
- Vulnerable Criminal Background Check Required
- This can be a very intense and mentally demanding profession
- Must be able to handle a wide variety of behaviours including aggression

EXPERIENCE:

- Preferred: Experience working with children ages 0-16 in a classroom/in home setting or 1:1 setting; experience implementing the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis; Educational, or Speech, experience

EDUCATION:

- Required: High School Diploma
- Preferred: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or related field.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

- Clinical Supervisor: Senior Therapist & Clinic Supervisor (RBA)

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $21.00-$23.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Casual dress

Work Location: On the road

📌 IN-HOME ABA Instructor Therapist (Kanata)
🏢 The CORE Learning Centre
📍 Kanata