Location: Eaton center area, Toronto, ON.
Schedule: Part time, 8 hours, 2 days a week (Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1pm-5pm). Plus ability to pick up more client & shifts with us.
Start Date: May or June 2026.
About the Role:
We are seeking a compassionate, patient, and engaging Developmental Support Worker or Caregiver to support a young male client with autism. The client experiences social anxiety and is looking for someone who can help him build confidence and enjoy social and recreational activities in the community.
Responsibilities:
- Engage the client in enjoyable community outings and activities such as: Going to the movies, the mall, or the arcade
- Grabbing a tea or coffee and chatting
- Supporting participation in leisure and social activities
- Provide gentle encouragement and emotional support to help reduce social anxiety.
- Promote independence, social skills, and a positive self-image through meaningful interactions.
- Maintain professionalism, respect, and confidentiality at all times.
Qualifications:
- Experience or education in Developmental Services, Personal Support Worker, Social Work, Psychology, nursing or a related field preferred.
- Previous experience supporting individuals with autism or social anxiety.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Reliable, patient, and compassionate.
- Current First Aid/CPR and Vulnerable Sector Check required.
If you are kind, understanding, and enjoy connecting with others in a supportive way, we would love to hear from you.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $19.00-$22.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience working with clients with autism and/or social anxiety?
- Do you have a valid CPR/FIRST AID certificate?
- Have you completed a Vulnerable screening sector within the past 6 months?
- Are you able to commit to tuesdays and thursdays with this client from 1pm-5pm? meet up around eaton centre area?
Work Location: In person
