Side by Side ABA Therapy
Respite Worker
North York, Ontario•Contract
CA$18 - CA$22 hourly
CA$18 - CA$22 hourly
About the Job
Side by Side Therapy is currently looking for skilled individuals to fill part-time Respite Worker positions. Respite workers will work one-on-one with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (or other developmental disabilities) in the children’s home.
Responsibilities:
- Assist clients with self-care and recreation activities.
- Update client’s family members on condition of their loved ones and progress as necessary.
- Make home visits to clients that have various diagnoses.
- Provide respite care on a planned or emergency basis during the day, evenings or weekends.
- Write progress notes regarding client objectives and goals.
- Report all suspicions of child abuse or child endangerment.
- Engage in recreational and skill building activities toward the clients’ interest.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with individuals living with disabilities.
- Outgoing, sociable, and willing to take initiative.
- Compassionate, trustworthy, patient, and reliable.
- First Aid Certification: Preferred.
- Automobile Licence: Preferred.
Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Screening required
About Side by Side ABA Therapy
About us
Side by Side Therapy offers the following services:
Comprehensive ABA Programs
Focused ABA Programs
Parent/Caregiver Coaching
Behaviour Consultation
BCBA Mentorship and Supervision
Occupational Therapy
Speech-Language Pathology
Social Skills Training
For children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other special needs. Comprehensive or focused ABA programs, behaviour consultations and parent coaching are available.
We understand that Parents of children with autism or other special needs often have a very difficult time understanding their child’s challenging behaviour. We create specialized, function-based interventions that teach the skills necessary to reduce and replace these behaviours. As a result, the family achieves an improved quality of life.
Side by Side Therapy offers the following services:
Comprehensive ABA Programs
Focused ABA Programs
Parent/Caregiver Coaching
Behaviour Consultation
BCBA Mentorship and Supervision
Occupational Therapy
Speech-Language Pathology
Social Skills Training
For children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other special needs. Comprehensive or focused ABA programs, behaviour consultations and parent coaching are available.
We understand that Parents of children with autism or other special needs often have a very difficult time understanding their child’s challenging behaviour. We create specialized, function-based interventions that teach the skills necessary to reduce and replace these behaviours. As a result, the family achieves an improved quality of life.