Workshop and Content Development Specialist (Youth & Adult Programs) Job at

Autism Ontario is a charitable organization with a history of over 50 years representing the thousands of people on the autism spectrum and their families across Ontario. Autism Ontario is the province’s leading source of information and referral on autism, and one of the largest collective voices representing the autism community. Our mission is to create a supportive and inclusive Ontario for autism, and we value collaboration, respect, accountability and being evidence informed.

Job Summary: 
Title: Workshop and Content Development Specialist (Youth & Adult Programs)
Location: Hybrid with occasional travel to Toronto Provincial Office
Hours: 37.5 hours per week (1 FTE) including some evenings & weekends
Salary: $60,000 - $65,000/year
Duration: One-year contract

Autism Ontario is an equal opportunity employer committed to maximizing the diversity of our organization, and preference will be given to autistic individuals who apply for the role.

Autism Ontario is committed to providing a barrier-free work environment in concert with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. As such, Autism Ontario will make accommodations available to applicants with disabilities upon request during the hiring process.

Position Summary:
Reporting to the Youth & Adult Support Manager, the Workshop and Content Development Specialist will collaborate with the Transition and Adult Support team to create and/or deliver existing presentations and workshops to an Autistic youth and adult audience. This role collaborates with Autism Ontario employees and volunteers and actively engages with autistic youth, adults and caregivers to create meaningful learning opportunities, connections, and accessible experiences within Ontario.

Key Responsibilities:

• Live (virtual and/or in-person where possible) facilitation or co-facilitation of workshops created by Autism Ontario for Autistic youth and adults.
• Live or pre-recorded participation in Autism Ontario education or training presentations.
• Research on ideas and topics that are relevant and desired by both the Autistic community and caregivers of Autistic adults.
• Develop materials that are relevant and accessible to Autistic youth and adults, caregivers, employers, and community members.
• Work collaboratively with fundraising, grant and community partners to track and achieve grant deliverables.
• Collaboration with Transition and Adult Support, Care Coordination, Training and Education, Regions, Events and other internal stakeholders.
• Collaboration with and alongside Autistic adults is required and may involve working with Autism Ontario staff to facilitate focus groups, steering committee work, grant writing/reporting, participation at in-person community events, presentations, facilitating workshops and events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment:
Maintain a valid driver’s license with the ability to travel throughout the province to our various office locations as needed. An acceptable criminal reference check for the vulnerable sector. Adherence to Autism Ontario policies, procedures, and applicable legislation.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Diploma or a degree in Human Services, Social Services or Arts.
• 3 years of experience in facilitating workshops (virtual/in-person), trainings and/or delivering presentations.
• Extensive knowledge of systemic, societal, and attitudinal barriers experienced by autistic adults.
• Strong understanding of challenges experienced by people with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Strong public speaking and group-work skills.
• Must demonstrate sound professional judgment and problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently while part of the Transition and Adult Support Team.
• Computer skills including working knowledge of Office 365, Sharepoint

Autism Ontario offers a great work-life balance, a competitive benefits package and RRSP contributions.  Some of the perks of joining our team include:

• Flex Hours
• Hybrid working model
• Semi-casual dress code
• 3 weeks vacation, plus years of service days
• 10 paid personal days
• Competitive Benefits Package with Healthcare spending account (including Health, Dental, EAP, Vision and more)
• RRSP Contributions
• Professional development opportunities
• In person team building activities
• A workplace culture that promotes both a collaborative and independent work environment
• You’ll be joining a team of passionate individuals who are looking to make a difference.

Interested candidates should provide a resume and cover letter when submitting their application. We thank everyone for their interest in this position; however, only those candidates invited to interview with us will be contacted.

We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status or any other legally protected factors.