Instructor Therapist

Company Description

Woodview Mental Health & Autism Services provides inclusive, person-centered mental health, autism, and developmental support to children, youth, adults, and their families. With a dedicated team of over 200 professionals and volunteers, Woodview serves more than 5,000 clients in over 20 locations across Brant, Halton, and Hamilton. Their range of services includes mental health programs such as day treatment, school-based supports, counseling, and family support, as well as autism services like center-based programs, family skill development, and adult day programs.

Woodview is the Lead Agency for Child & Youth Mental Health in Brant and works with various community partners to meet client needs. Committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, Woodview fosters a positive environment that values all individuals.

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Burlington, ON for an Instructor Therapist. The Instructor Therapist will deliver evidence-based practices, such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), to children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Core responsibilities include implementing individualized intervention plans, collecting and analyzing data to monitor progress, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and providing support and coaching to families to generalize skills.

The Instructor Therapist will work in a center-based setting while maintaining professional documentation in accordance with organizational standards.

• Proficiency in implementing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques and working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
• Strong skills in data collection, analysis, and progress reporting to ensure the effectiveness of intervention plans.
• Experience in providing education, support, and coaching to families or caregivers to help generalize skills in diverse settings.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team collaboration skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Relevant certification (e.g., Registered Behavior Technician or similar) and post-secondary education in Behavior Science, Psychology, Education, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of child development principles, behavior management, and therapy practices in the context of mental health and autism services.
• Experience working with children, youth, and families in community and one-on-one settings.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and creating an inclusive environment for all individuals.