Instructor Therapist - Halton Autism Services

What We Do

Woodview Mental Health & Autism Services offers a broad spectrum of services for children, youth, adults and their families facing mental health, autism, and developmental challenges. We work in direct partnership with children, youth, adults, and their families, as well as with schools and social service agencies, to ensure families receive the support they need—when and where they need it.

“We are committed to providing individualized, client-centred services and supports based on our values of Accountability, Collaboration, Compassion, Excellence, Inclusion, Innovation —and our commitment to staff.”

Our mission is to provide inclusive and person-centered mental health, autism, and developmental services and supports in partnership with children, youth, adults, and families.

Employees Receive

• Meaningful work that inspires hope and strengthens lives
• A positive, supportive culture with flexibility where possible
• A commitment to workplace wellness, ongoing training, and professional development opportunities

The Role

Woodview’s Halton Autism Services is currently seeking a qualified, skilled, and experienced individual to deliver Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)-based services both in-centre and in the community as part of our Halton Autism Services team.

Key Responsibilities (May Include but are not limited to):

• Direct ABA service delivery: Work one-to-one and in small groups with children and youth with autism; service hours are generally Monday–Friday 8:30am–4:30pm with evening shifts 5:00pm–8:00pm and Saturday 8:30am–12:30pm, as required. Working hours are 24-40 hours weekly.
• Program implementation & teamwork: Implement programs under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and/or Senior Therapist as part of a team-based environment.
• Data & materials: Keep accurate data, complete graphing, and prepare/create materials for clients.
• Program quality & culture: Provide quality and supportive programming while contributing to a positive, team-based working environment.
• Coverage support: Be available to cover sessions for vacation and staff illness in addition to regularly scheduled sessions each week.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 6 months practical/applied experience in ABA
• Professional experience working with children with autism
• Knowledge of ABA principles obtained through completion of the Autism and Behavioural Sciences certificate (or equivalent)
• Access to a vehicle, valid driver’s license, and vehicle insurance (ability to transport clients)

Assets:

• Practical experience collecting, graphing, and analyzing data
• Current First Aid, CPR, and Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification
• Experience providing parent coaching and/or running groups
• French as a second language
• Vulnerable Sector Check required

Additional Information

• Flexible scheduling including evenings and weekends

We thank all candidates but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Woodview welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including individuals within employment equity categories of women, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and aboriginal persons, individuals of diverse gender and sexual orientation and all groups protected by the Human Rights Code. Woodview is committed to employment equity and diversity and a positive and supportive environment.

As part of our recruitment process, we may use automated or AI-supported tools to assist with tasks such as application sorting, scheduling, and identifying relevant experience. Hiring decisions are made by people, and we regularly review our processes to support fairness and reduce bias.