Job Description

POSITION TITLE: INSTRUCTOR THERAPIST

A Balanced Approach is a team of intelligent, creative and flexible professionals who are passionately driven to help children on the Autism Spectrum to reach their full capacity by creating and implementing innovative programs and services that are individualized and based on best-practice. We use the principles of applied behaviour analysis (ABA) to create individualized programs tailored to the specific needs of each child. We are currently looking for a part-time Instructor Therapist to join our team!

ROLE PROFILE:

To provide appropriate intensive behavioural intervention services to children with autism as outlined by the Clinical Supervisor and the Senior Therapist in a home-based environment. Provide services in client homes in Waterloo, Kitchener, Cambridge and surrounding areas. RBA supervision opportunities are available.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

To provide individual 1:1 therapy in the client's home

To record and monitor data on a daily basis

To maintain written records of the clients' progress during the session

To participate in monthly team meetings

To provide parent training

To prepare teaching materials

SKILLS / ABILITIES / KNOWLEDGE

Extensive knowledge of Applied Behavioural Analysis, Verbal Behaviour teaching methodologies, procedures and treatment techniques

Excellent interpersonal skills - client service oriented, skilled in providing empathy, support and critical analysis in complex clinical and sensitive situations

Strong teamwork skills in the areas of mentoring, motivation and creative problem-solving

Proficiency using computers and various

software

and technologies

Excellent organizational and time-management skills, able to be self-directed in a fast-paced, evolving working environment

EXPERIENCE

1-3+ years of recent experience working with autistic children

Clinical experience in behavioural therapy

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

Relevant Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Psychology, Child & Youth Studies or related field

Certificate of Autism and Behavioural Science

One to three years early intensive behavioural intervention experience

Proven attendance record.

Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for children and families within a challenging and exciting environment

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training

Candidate must have a valid Ontario Drivers License, a vehicle and be willing to travel to the client's home

Hiring Part Time

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Salary: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: $22.00-$25.00 per hour

Application question(s):

Please provide your availability to work Monday through Friday, including any preferred hours or days you may have.
Work Location: In person