Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services

Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services is a mental health care provider with a focus on serving children, youth, and their families. The company has between 51-200 employees. Woodview offers a broad spectrum of services and works in partnership with families, schools, and social service agencies. Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services currently has three open positions. * **Instructor Therapist (HOURLY):** This on-site position focuses on providing Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) based services both in-centre and community as part of the Brantford Autism Services team. Instructor Therapists work one-to-one and in small groups with children and youth with autism. Service hours are generally Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm with evening shifts from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Saturday 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, as required. Responsibilities include implementing programs under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor and/or Senior Therapist, keeping accurate data, graphing, and preparing and creating materials for clients. An access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s license in addition to insurance on your vehicle to transport clients is a requirement. Knowledge of the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis obtained by completion of the Autism and Behavioural Sciences certificate or equivalent is also required, along with a minimum of 6 months practical/applied experience in the field of ABA. * **Program Coordinator - 72 Halton Local Designated Funds:** This on-site position does not have a detailed job description provided. * **Outreach Mental Health Worker:** This on-site role involves providing counseling in the home, school, and community. The Outreach Mental Health Worker develops and delivers individualized treatment plans in partnership with families. They also assist families in finding appropriate resources and provide crisis support. This position requires a Child & Youth Worker (CYW) diploma, or degree/diploma in a related field, and a minimum of 3 years’ experience in children’s mental health. Experience working with parents, caregivers, and families is also required. The roles require knowledge and experience with the following: * **Instructor Therapist:** Applied Behaviour Analysis, Data Collection, Graphing. * **Outreach Mental Health Worker:** Counseling, Skill Building, Case Management, Assessment, Treatment Planning, Communication, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Mental Health Knowledge, Collaboration, Family Support, and Flexibility. The available positions are all on-site. Here are some frequently asked questions about working at Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services and applying for the current openings: 1. **What types of support does Woodview Mental Health and Autism Services provide to its staff?** Employees receive a meaningful job that inspires hope and strengthens lives, a positive culture and supportive environment that offers flexibility, a comprehensive benefits package including extended healthcare and dental coverage and a commitment to wellness in the workplace as well as ongoing professional development and training opportunities. 2. **What are the required qualifications for the Instructor Therapist position?** The requirements include access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s license in addition to insurance on your vehicle to transport clients, knowledge of the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis obtained by completion of the Autism and Behavioural Sciences certificate or equivalent, and a minimum of 6 months practical/applied experience in the field of ABA. 3. **What does the Outreach Mental Health Worker do?** The Outreach Mental Health Worker provides counseling in the home, school, and community. They develop and deliver individualized treatment plans in partnership with families, assist families in finding appropriate resources, and provide crisis support. 4. **Are there opportunities for professional development at Woodview?** Yes, the company offers ongoing professional development and training opportunities. 5. **What can entry-level full-time employees expect in terms of vacation time?** Entry-level full-time employees can expect to receive 2-3 weeks of paid vacation to start.