Instructor Therapist

AlphaBee is seeking talented individuals to fill the role of full time Instructor Therapist (IT).

Our 3 centres are located in Etobicoke, Scarborough and Hamilton. Teaching happens in centre, in family homes and in day care settings. We are currently looking to fill multiple IT positions for all 3 locations and are seeking candidates with full availability.

AlphaBee works with children 18 months to 18 years of age throughout the GTA, Peel, Halton Hamilton, York and surrounding regions.

We provide ABA and other clinical services for children and youth with ASD (autism) and other developmental and behavioural challenges including:

• VB Mapp assessment and curriculum implementation
• ESDM (Early Start Denver Model) – children between 18 and 48 months
• An advanced verbal and social behaviour curriculum - (Dr. Francesca degli Espinosa)

Our ITs have access to:

• BCBA and BCaBA supervision hours
• Registered Behaviour Technician Training – coming soon
• In house trainings and conferences, supportive clinical guidance
• Professional development opportunities: 80% of our Senior Therapists started as Instructor Therapists
• Competitive employment package: benefits and paid vacation,
• Focus on best outcomes for our clients and staff alike.

Responsibilities:

• Work directly with clients both individually and in groups under the supervision of a Senior Therapist
• Delivering ABA services to our clients
• Full-cycle involvement from preparation of teaching materials, implementing the programming, monitoring the client’s progress and the effectiveness of the individualized programs
• Responsible for progress notes, recording and graphing of programming data

Qualifications:

• Completed or working towards: Behavioural Science Technology, Autism Behavioural Science Certificate, Registered Behavioural Technician certificate,
• Completed diploma or degree: Early Childhood Education, Child & Youth worker, Psychology, Social Work, Teacher Education Program or a related field
• Enjoyment in working with children, is highly energetic, enthusiastic, is creative and has great play skills
• Superior oral and written communication skills; computer proficiency
• An interest in professional development and further developing skills
• Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder, and experience with ABA, most specifically Verbal Behaviour an asset.
• Valid Driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle is strongly recommended

To apply directly to AlphaBee for this position, please go to www.alphabee.com/careers, learn a little more about us and click "Apply"