Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $56,000 - $63,000 annually

Under the supervision of the Manager of Autism and Behaviour Services, the Autism Therapist provides services based on the science of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).

The Autism Therapist will work collaboratively with other disciplines and families using a virtual platform, in centre, classroom, home or community, as needed. The Autism Therapist is responsible for assessment, data collection, documentation preparation, data analysis, training others using the BST model, and working collaboratively with peers.

Please note that this is a contract full-time position, working 35 hours per week covering a staff leave with a planned end date of September 12th 2025 or until the staff on leave returns, whichever is earlier.

Please note the salary for this position is $56,000 - $63,000 annually.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide intervention to children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).
• Use the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) to train families and service providers to address the needs that children/youth with ASD have in the areas of communication, social/interpersonal skills, daily living skills, behaviour management/self-regulation, play and leisure skills, vocational skills,
• Participate in the development and delivery of both individualized and group interventions under the supervision of a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA).
• Conduct collaborative sessions with ROCK service providers of other disciplines (eg, OT, PT, Mental Health, SLP, etc) , in individualized and/or group formats as needed by program
• Operationalize client safety through adhering to established policies and guidelines that ensure consistency in the delivery of quality and safe care and, by identifying and reporting any client safety
• Ensure compliance with the specific requirements of Section 28 of the Occupational Health and Safety Act as well as any further health and safety responsibilities as outlined in agency policy and procedure
• Other duties as may reasonably be

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Post graduate diploma in the Behavioural Sciences field (e.g., BST diploma).
• Preference for working towards master’s degree in ABA.

Experience:

• At least two and a half years of experience delivering services using ABA with children and youth with an autism spectrum disorder, up to age 21, under the supervision of a BCBA or Registered Psychologist with experience in
• Experience working with and programming for children and youth with communication challenges, social skills needs, daily living skills challenges, play and leisure skill needs, vocational skill needs, children and youth who engage in challenging behavior,

• Experience training others (e.g., caregivers, service providers) to implement programs.
• Experience providing family and child centered
• Experience providing both group and individual ABA
• Experience running workshops is an asset.
• Training and experience implementing Early Start Denver Model and/or Project ImPACT is an

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, are
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a treatment

Additional Requirements:

• Proficient in the use of technology and working in a virtual environment, as required of the position. MAC OS operating systems experience preferred (strong MS Word and Excel competencies are essential; expertise in the use of PowerPoint is an asset)..
• Must be willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and travel within the Halton Region in alignment with the program
• Access to reliable transportation in alignment with the program
• Current (within the last three months) criminal reference check, including vulnerable sector

Our rewards ROCK, join our team and ENJOY:

Flexibility: Plan your schedule to balance with your personal life.
Recharge: Paid time off, 4 weeks' vacation, 2 float days, and 2 additional ROCK holidays.
Learning: Access to professional development assistance to help you grow.
Savings: Matching your RRSP starting at 6%.
Wellness: Health Care Spending Account and discounted GoodLife memberships.

ROCK is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workforce reflecting the community we serve and promoting diversity at all levels in a dynamic and inclusive environment. We provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and ROCK’s Accommodation Policy.

If you are invited to participate in the interview process and require accommodation for the interview, we ask that you provide your accommodation request as soon as reasonably practicable. Please be advised that you may be requested to provide verifiable supporting information, such as medical or other documentation depending upon the type of Code-protected accommodation, to Human Resources to ensure that appropriate accommodation is provided to you throughout the hiring process. ROCK treats all accommodation requests confidentially.

Please note that ROCK positions are currently working in an on-site and virtual hybrid model. Positions are located in the Halton Region and travel between sites may be required.

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