Clinical Therapist

ErinoakKids Center for Treatment and Development • Oakville, ON

7d • CA$29 - CA$34 • Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking talented individuals to fill the role of Clinical Therapist within the Autism Services Department. Autism Services provides a wide range of inter-professional therapy to children with autism and their families. Under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor, a Clinical Therapist will be responsible for delivering individualized behavioural intervention in a variety of learning settings.

Requirements

• Minimum one year of clinical experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder is required
• Outstanding organizational capacity
• Proven customer service and interpersonal skills, comfortable acting as an ambassador of ErinoakKids
• Strong attention to detail and organization, ability to handle multiple projects and priorities in a professional and timely manner
• Self-starter and proactive approach in resolving problems and issues
• Strong computer skills (MS Office: Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and ability to learn new database systems required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• An ability to display a high level of initiative
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team setting
• Knowledge of technology solutions for children with autism
• Must be available to work flexible hours including evenings
• The successful candidate will be required to complete a vulnerable sector search
• All prospective ErinoakKids employees are subject to mandatory immunization requirements, as a condition of obtaining and maintaining employment

Nice To Haves

• A Psychology Degree or diploma in Autism Behavioral Sciences is a strong asset; however, other related diplomas will be considered (ECE, CYW)

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Clinical Supervisor to develop, implement, and deliver treatments based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis
• Deliver individualized behavioural intervention in a variety of learning settings such as classroom groups and one-to-one
• Make data-based decisions on treatment planning for clients so as to enhance children’s response to treatment
• Identify supports and barriers to learning for each child and bring this information to treatment on a day-to-day basis
• Actively engage in parent coaching, deliver education workshops, and coordinate transfer of learning with schools
• Address challenging behaviours through function-based analysis and treatment

Benefits

• We’re committed to creating an accessible and inclusive candidate experience. If you need an accommodation at any point in the hiring process, please reach out to our People & Culture team when someone contacts you and we’ll be happy to support you.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree