Opportunities at the Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent

The Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce that mirrors the communities we serve. We encourage applications from individuals belonging to visible minorities, Indigenous communities, persons with disabilities, immigrants, individuals of all sexual orientations, and those representing diverse gender identities and expressions. Our organization is dedicated to promoting employment equity and diversity within our workplace.

Current Opportunities:

Child Development Support Worker (12 Month Contract)

About the Role

Under the clinical direction of the Behavior Services Coordinator and Registered Behavior Analyst (RBA), the Child Development Support Worker will provide a group based, school readiness skill building program in accordance with the goals, curriculum plans, philosophy and policies of the Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent and the Ontario Autism Program Entry to School mandates. This position will provide outreach to childcares to support school readiness skill building and will also provide individual or group services to support skill development and well-being.

Responsibilities

Preparing children to successfully enter school by developing school readiness skills:

Communication
Play
Social Interaction
Functional Routines
Behaviour self-management
Pre-academics, learning and attention

This role will help plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum, activities and experiences for children attending the ETS program.

As a member of the Entry to School team the successful candidate will:

deliver a group-based program that focuses on helping children develop the school readiness skills they need to successfully transition into school (communication, play, social interaction, functional routines, behavioral self-management, pre-academics, and learning and attention).
provide outreach to their childcare program to support the development of school readiness skills through collaboration and sharing resources, knowledge, and strategies.
Participate in the daily operation of the ETS program and engage children in activities and programs that promote the development of school readiness skills in the ETS classroom, gym, playground, and pool.
Implement behavior support plans under the clinical supervision of the RBA, and direction provided by the Behavior Services Coordinator.
Work directly with children presenting with behavior concerns, including children with autism spectrum disorder and developmental needs.
Collect data as required by the Behavior Service Coordinator and/or RBA.
Assist in ordering materials, preparing materials, and maintaining, cleaning and setting up the Entry to School classroom and program
Provide consultation, coaching and education to clinicians, parents, caregivers, and service providers, regarding behavior strategies used in the ETS classroom.
Provide hands on assistance and guidance as needed to support a child’s development of eating, dressing, toileting, daily living activities, and participation in the pool, classroom, playground and gym.
Develop and build strong working relationships with childcares and schools to support collaboration and sharing knowledge, resources and strategies.

What We’re Looking For

Diploma in Early Childhood Education, Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker, or a related field in social services from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Experience in ABA and knowledge of current behaviour management strategies
Experience working with children with autism, behavior, and developmental needs
First Aid and CPR certification
A Vulnerable Sector Check
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
French fluency is an asset but not required.

Compensation Range

$25.61/hr based on a 35 Hour Working Week

Additional Offerings

Option to enroll in HOOPP Pension Plan
2-week paid Holiday Shutdown
Flexible Work environment
Paid Personal Time

Ready to Join Us? Apply Now!

Send your resume & cover letter to npittman@ctc-ck.com. This posting is open until we find the perfect fit!

The Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent is committed to diversity, inclusion, and representative hiring practices. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process.

Preference will be given to candidates who are bilingual (English and French).

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General Application Information

Accommodations Available:

Candidates participating in the selection process may request accommodations as needed. We are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for all applicants.

Language Proficiency:

Priority will be given to candidates proficient in Canada’s official languages.

Application Process:

Please note that only candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted. Unsolicited resumes are not retained. To apply, kindly send your resume to npittman@ctc-ck.com.

We appreciate your interest in joining our team at the Children’s Treatment Centre of Chatham-Kent.

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