We are recruiting for one (1) temporary, full-time (37.5 hours per week) Instructor Therapist in Autism & Behavioural Services. The designated office for this position is Stratford. The catchment area includes Huron, Perth, Grey and Bruce counties. The position is expected to begin June 2025 and end June 2026 

We will also consider filling this vacancy with an Instructor Therapist Intern, working toward the qualifications for the Instructor Therapist position. The Intern position is expected to begin in June 2025 and end in March 2026 with the possibility of moving into the Instructor Therapist vacancy upon meeting the qualifications for that position.
 

Regular travel within this geographic area may be required. A flexible work schedule will be required, including some evening work.

Responsibilities:

Instructor Therapist:

Under clinical supervision provided by TVCC Autism Services, the successful candidate will:

• Provide direct ABA treatment and support services to children and youth with ASD individually and in groups in a variety of environments (e.g., community-based and TVCC locations)
• Contribute to treatment planning and prepare treatment material for clients, adhering to evidence-based methods
• Collect data and participate in the evaluation of the efficacy of teaching
• Provide education, mentoring and training to parents and caregivers so they can implement behaviour analytic strategies as per their child’s Behaviour Plan
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals involved with clients on your caseload
   

Instructor Therapist Intern:
Successful candidates will be required to complete Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) certification during the first 6-months of employment and by the end of the six month period be qualified for and move into an available Instructor Therapist position.

Under the guidance of a Behaviour Analyst and with support from Instructor Therapists, the successful candidates will:

• Provide ABA support services to children and youth with ASD individually and in groups in a variety of environments (e.g., community-based and TVCC locations, and client homes) 
• Assist with the treatment planning and preparation of materials and supplies for clients, adhering to evidence-based methods
• Assist in collecting data and participate in the evaluation of the efficacy of teaching
  o    Interact with families and children/youth during the activities
  o    prompting as required, 
  o    providing reinforcement as needed, 
  o    recording data as instructed, 
  o    assisting parents with instructions, and 
  o    other assigned tasks as they arise
• Prepare materials for the activities; including photocopying, laminating, collecting and arranging materials, setting up the room including equipment and technology supports

Qualifications:
Instructor Therapist:

• College diploma or undergraduate degree in a related field
• Autism and Behavioural Sciences Graduate Certificate, Registered Behavior Technician®, or equivalent

Instructor Therapist Intern:

• Minimum two-year college diploma or undergraduate degree in a related field (e.g. ECE, DSW, CYW, etc.)

General Qualifications:
•    Experience working with children with Autism and knowledge of Applied Behaviour Analysis
•    Understanding of child development, including youth and comfort in appropriately engaging young children and teens
•    Experience working in a high-energy, fast-paced team environment requiring flexibility to adapt to change quickly and easily
•    Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to receive and incorporate feedback; and advanced self-reflection skills are required
•    Strong computer skills including proficiency with MS 365 
•    A valid Ontario driver’s licence and regular access to a reliable personal vehicle
•    Current certification in First Aid and CPR 
•    Proficiency in the French language would be considered an asset
 

Salary Range: Instructor Therapist: $27.79 - $30.05. Instructor Therapist Intern: $25.38 – $28.01