At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide family-centred therapy for children and youth with autism and mental health concerns.
- Company: Join ROCK, a leader in autism services with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Flexible hybrid work model, competitive salary, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Contract position with growth potential until March 2028.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on the lives of autistic youth and their families.
- Qualifications: Master's degree, three years of therapy experience, and strong interpersonal skills.
The predicted salary is between 42750 - 52250 $ per year.
Work with children and youth ages 0–18 as a Therapist providing family-centred care for autism and co-occurring mental health concerns.
ROCK's hybrid Halton Region model combines virtual and on-site services.
This new contract position reports to the Manager, Autism Services, supporting autistic clients and their caregivers.
You will adapt interventions, build therapeutic relationships, and provide psychoeducation around treatment goals.
Collaboration with Behaviour Analysts, professionals, and community partners supports coordinated services, while the contract continues through March 2028.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess children and youth experiencing mental health concerns
- Provide family and parent-child therapy services
- Help caregivers develop skills and strategies
- Apply a biopsychosocial perspective within multidisciplinary teams
- Connect families with appropriate services and supports
Requirements
- Relevant master's degree and professional registration
- Three years' experience in individual and family therapy
- Experience providing parent-child therapy and leading groups
- Knowledge of assessment and treatment for children and families
- Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and clinical skills
Use therapeutic assessment, family work, and coordinated care skills to support neurodivergent clients and caregivers through ROCK's services.
Child Youth Autism Therapist in Burlington employer: With limited
ROCK (Reach Out Centre for Kids) is an exceptional employer, recognized as the number one non-profit choice in the Halton region for its commitment to mental health services. With a dynamic and inclusive work culture, employees benefit from professional development opportunities, a supportive environment, and a flexible hybrid work model that promotes work-life balance. Joining ROCK means being part of a collaborative team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying generous vacation time and wellness benefits.
