Job Overview
Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the lives of autistic adults? Join the Centre for Autism Services Alberta (CFASA) as a Program Facilitator, where you’ll play a vital role in helping young autistic adults develop essential life skills, achieve greater independence, and participate actively in their communities. In this role, you will create and implement individualized programming and provide support to foster growth and success for each participant. If you’re ready to be a catalyst for positive change, this is the opportunity for you!
About the Organization
The Centre for Autism Services Alberta (CFASA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to working alongside Autistic people and their families. Since 1997, CFASA has made it its mission to provide Autistic people with meaningful and responsive supports that prioritize each person’s autonomy and equal access to opportunities. Our organization serves Autistic individuals over their lifespan. We make it our practice to listen to the community and co-create supports that meet their needs. We partner with families, communities, schools and workplaces to reduce barriers, so that Autistic people can access the activities and spaces that are important to them. We advocate for authentic inclusion, equality, and Neurodiversity Affirming Supports across all of our programs. Our organization is built by and for Autistic people, and we have committed to continuous improvement and learning.
We are a neuro-inclusive employer, and we know that attracting employees from diverse identities makes our work better. If you share our values and our enthusiasm to empower Autistic individuals and their families to thrive, you will find a great career at CFASA. We welcome the unique contributions future staff can bring in terms of their education, opinions, neurotype, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.
Responsibilities
- Provide individualized support to young autistic adults, both in the Centre and in community settings
- Collaborate with the Program Coordinator to design and implement personalized support plans
- Prepare instructional materials, track progress, and maintain daily notes
- Actively contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the program
- Work independently and as part of a collaborative team to ensure each participant’s needs are met
Qualifications
- Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience)
- Minimum of 1 year of experience working with autistic individuals
- Knowledge of adult learning principles and experience with program implementation
- Strong communication, adaptability, and teamwork skills
- Access to a reliable vehicle and drivers license
- Clear Police Information Check, Intervention Record Check, and valid First Aid/CPR certification
Pay: Starting at $22.81 per hour
Eligibility for benefits after successful completion of 90 days of employment.
Hours of work: Monday through Friday 7.5 hours per day and 37.5 hours per week with occasional weekends or evenings as needed.
If you are passionate about empowering Autistic adults to grow and succeed in developing increased independence and community involvement, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your cover letter and resume to Stephanie Burgess, HR Recruiter at sburgess@centreforautismab.ca
Only those applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.
