Autism Support Facilitator; Community

Position: Autism Support Facilitator (Community)
POSITION POSTING: #3372

SERVICE AREA:
Community Urgent Response Services

LOCATION:

Kerry’s Place Central Region – Simcoe County and York Region

VACANCY TYPE:
Existing Vacancy
AGE GROUP SUPPORTED:
Children or Youth under 18 years oldPOSITION STATUS:
Temporary Full-Time (Contract ending November 2026; Two weeks’ written notice prior to contract end) HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week (Days/Evenings/Weekends; Flexibility required)
HOURLY PAY RATE: $25.48 - $31.87 per hour

UNION AFFILIATION:
Non-Union

BENEFITS INCLUDED:
No - Receive Pay in Lieu of Benefits up to 5% added to each payCLOSING DATE: 4:30pm, January 27, 2026 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?

Make a Meaningful Difference in Someone’s Life

Career Development & Internal Growth Opportunities Available

Various Employer-Paid Training Programs

Flexible Schedule

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (optional)

Employee and Family Assistance Plan

Corporate Membership discount for Goodlife Fitness

Employee Recognition and Celebration Programs

Open and Inclusive Work Environment

About the Role:

Reporting to Manager of Services and Supports, the Autism Support Facilitator is responsible for providing direct support to individuals with Autism, their families and communities, ensuring that the day-to-day support provided meets the expectations of 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, along with their team, provide services aimed at maximizing health and safety and personal fulfillment of people with Autism. Responsibilities may include:

Demonstrates a strong work ethic and acts according to Kerry’s Place Performance Standards, demonstrating respect for all people

Documents and maintains files in a professional, thorough manner, consistent with record keeping expectations of the organization

Works collaboratively with various agencies and community groups, as well as the Community Services team

Uses creativity and resourcefulness to ensure that quality of life principles are effectively applied for the people supported. Every effort must be made to enhance and maintain the person’s dignity and respect

Ensures Person Centered Planning is effectively implemented and individual’s goals are being realized in a timely way, with a commitment to continuously improving the Quality of Life of individuals

Ensures that Behaviour Support Plan and skill-building strategies are consistently implemented, as directed by the Clinical Therapist and/or the Clinical Supervisor (Registered Behaviour Analyst), as well as the manager. Observation of Implementation and supervision of Clinical support strategies will occur using the method and frequency appropriate for the needs of the individual. (where applicable)

Documents and reports Incidents and Serious Occurrences immediately

Provides support and coaching directly to persons with Autism in the areas of: social skills, communication, vocation and leisure activities

Provides leadership in identifying & achieving Personal Outcomes as defined by each person

Provides direct support to individuals with Autism including 1:1 teaching sessions, groups, workshops, respite, and the implementation of daily living skills in various environments (i.e. home, school, community, resource centre). Individuals of all ages may be supported

Liaises with families and community groups and partner agencies in a professional fashion

Community and client Capacity Building through formal and informal means such as development and provision of workshops for families, community agencies, groups, and individualized…