Kerry's Place Autism Services·Belleville, Ontario
The Autism Support Assistant provides direct daily support to adults with Autism to enhance their quality of life and personal fulfillment. Responsibilities include implementing behavior support plans, coaching daily living skills, and ensuring a safe, respectful environment.
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Closing Date: 4:30pm, August 25, 2026 THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO: Internal and External Applicants
Are you looking for a meaningful career full of lifelong learning and everyday adventures? At Kerry’s Place, we help enhance the quality of life for more than 8000 people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) each year! Our dedicated team of professionals have become experts in the field through our continuous training and development programs. Get ready for a fun and vibrant career because every day is an adventure at Kerry’s Place!
Reporting to Manager, Services and Supports, the Autism Support Assistant is responsible to ensure that the day to day support provided to people with Autism meets the expectations of supported persons to enhance their quality of life. The support provided must also align with the values of Kerry’s Place Autism Services and meet the goals and expectations of the agency. The Autism Support Assistant, along with their team, provides services aimed at maximizing health and safety and personal fulfillment of people with Autism. Responsibilities may include:
Demonstrate a strong work ethic and act according to Kerry’s Place Autism Services Employee Performance Standards demonstrating respect for all people
Use creativity and resourcefulness to ensure that quality of life principles are effectively applied for the people supported. Every effort must be made to enhance and maintain the person’s dignity and respect
Provide solutions to barriers impacting achievement of quality of life. Participate to ensure Personal Outcomes for people are met as defined by each participant
Understand and implement the actions to support people to achieve the goals identified in their Person Directed Plan
Provide appropriate supports, tools, etc. to ensure the health and safety of the people supported. Ensure compliance to Policies and Procedures associated with Health and Safety and Abuse Prevention
Ensure that, Behaviour Support Plan and skill-building strategies are consistently implemented, as directed by the Clinical Therapist and/or the Clinical Supervisor (Registered Behaviour Analyst), as well as the manager. Observation of implementation and supervision of Clinical support strategies will occur using the method and frequency appropriate for the needs of the individual. (Where applicable)
Provide support and coaching in the areas of: social skills, communication, vocation, daily living skills and leisure activities
Ensure the work area is clean and safe; correct or report any safety concerns immediately. Document and report accidents, injuries and near misses immediately
Use Kerry’s Place Autism Services resources in a cost effective and efficient manner
Ensure accuracy and timely completion of documentation for legislative and policy and procedures requirements, such as: individual’s files, health records, Person Directed Plans, data collection, etc.
Develop and maintain positive relationships with: families, natural supports, volunteers, professionals, community members and other people you interact with in the course of your work
Administer medication according to the Kerry’s Place Autism Services Policy and Procedure. Understand the purpose of each medication, the expected effects and maintain vigilance for the potential side effects
Kerry’s Place is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. Kerry’s Place is also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants for your interest in Kerry’s Place Autism Services. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Personal support worker, Support worker, Caregiver, Social services worker, Social services, Community support worker, Social worker, Support staff
Other duties as assigned
Market context
In Ontario, behavioral-health roles are typically driven by ongoing need in community, outpatient, and support settings serving people with mental health or substance use challenges. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for experience with diverse populations plus a high school diploma or GED, with a bachelor’s in social work or a related field preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then tailor your application to show relevant client-facing experience and readiness to work with varied needs.
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