POSITION POSTING: #3007
SERVICE AREA: Community – Urgent Response Services
LOCATION: Kerry’s Place Toronto
AGE GROUP SUPPORTED: Children or Youth under 18 years old
POSITION STATUS: Permanent Full-Time
HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week (Days/Evenings/Weekends/Holidays; Flexibility required)
HOURLY PAY RATE: $25.10 - $31.40 per hour
UNION AFFILIATION: Non-Union
CLOSING DATE: January 23, 2025 at 4:30pm
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO: Internal and External Applicants
Are you looking for a meaningful career full of lifelong learning and everyday adventures?
At Kerry’s Place, we help enhance the quality of life for more than 8000 people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) each year! Our dedicated team of professionals have become experts in the field through our continuous training and development programs. Get ready for a fun and vibrant career because every day is an adventure at Kerry’s Place!
Why Join our Team?
We offer an amazing compensation package with a strong focus on health and wellness. We`re proud to offer our employees:
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4 Weeks of Paid Vacation per year to start
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Additional 2 Paid Flex Days annually
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Employer Paid Group Benefits Program
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Employer Matched Pension Program (3% employer match)
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Registered Retirement Savings Plan (optional)
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Employee and Family Assistance Program
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Employer-Paid Training Programs
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Tuition Assistance Program
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Corporate Membership discount for Goodlife Fitness
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Career Development & Internal Growth Opportunities Available
About the Role:
Reporting to Manager of Services and Supports, the Autism Support Facilitator is responsible for providing direct support to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder, their families and communities, ensuring that the day-to-day support provided to persons diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder meet the expectations of those supported persons to enhance their quality of life. The support provided must also align with the values of Kerry’s Place Autism Services and meet the goals and expectations of the organization. The Autism Support Facilitator, with his/her team, provide services aimed at maximizing health and safety and personal fulfillment of people diagnosed with ASD. Responsibilities may include:
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Be familiar with and consistently apply the principles of Kerry’s Place Autism Services: Mission, Vision, Values, Policies and Procedures
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Use creativity and resourcefulness to ensure that the quality of life principles are effectively applied for the people you provide support to. Every effort must be made to enhance and maintain the person’s dignity and respect
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Ensure Person Centered Planning is effectively implemented and individual’s goals are being realized in a timely way
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Provide appropriate supports to ensure the health and safety of the people supported and ensure compliance to Policies and Procedures associated with Health and Safety and Abuse Prevention
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Ensure that, where appropriate, Behavioural and Crisis Protocols are documented and consistently practiced. Identify when the support of appropriate professionals are required and enlist these supports. Document and report Incidents and Serious Occurrences immediately
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Provide support and coaching directly to persons with ASD in the areas of: social skills, communication, vocation and leisure activities
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Provide leadership in identifying & achieving Personal Outcomes as defined by each person
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Commitment to continuously improving the Quality of Life of Individuals - Dignity and Respect are essential
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Will work collaboratively with various agencies and community groups as well as working supportively with the community services team
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Direct support to individuals with ASD including 1:1 teaching sessions, groups, workshops, and the implementation of daily living skills in various environments (ie. home, school, community, resource centre)
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Responsibility for documentation and maintaining of individuals files in a professional, thorough, and manner consistent with the record keeping of the department
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Community Capacity Building through formal and informal means such as development and provision of workshops for families and community agencies, educating, modeling and supporting others to gain the understandings of individuals with ASD and successful support approaches
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Administer medication according to Kerry’s Place Autism Services Policy and Procedure
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Other duties as assigned
Education Qualifications:
Knowledge and Experience Requirements:
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Minimum 1 year experience working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder developmental disabilities in a community based setting as well as;
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Experience working closely with families and with community agencies
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Good knowledge of respective communities and formal and informal resources
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Basic understanding of Child and Family Services Act and The Services and Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Developmental Disabilities Act
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Knowledge and practical experience with support approaches (ie. social stories / sensory needs / communication aids /applied behaviour analysis /environmental modifications)
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Understanding of basic family dynamics including grief processes, sibling issues, and importance of family and support for long term family capacity
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Solid understanding of ABA principles, associated teaching methods, and experience in utilizing these principles in supporting individuals with ASD across the autism spectrum
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to work well both independently and within a team
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Basic computer skills such as Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint
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Ability to set up support approaches, modify environments for the benefit of those with ASD
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Ability to develop and implement support approaches, model these approaches to family members, and then fade gradually all the while providing practical and emotional support to family and the child / adult with ASD
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Solid decision making skills and confidence in providing guidance and support to others
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French language is an asset
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
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Must have the ability to complete the Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification, First Aid/CPR as well as perform the required physical techniques. Training will be provided at no cost
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A valid Driver’s License, with a minimum G2 and access to a reliable vehicle is required and proof of third party liability insurance coverage
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As a condition of employment, employees must be able to provide a Driver’s Abstract in good standing with fewer than three demerit points
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Ability and willingness to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
Kerry’s Place is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. Kerry’s Place is also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants for your interest in Kerry’s Place Autism Services. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
