Careers
Our multi-disciplinary team makes a difference with whole families every day. Portia offers leadership & mentorship, BCBA Supervision opportunities, a collaborative & supportive work environment, ongoing training & learning, as well as social and community events.
INSTRUCTOR THERAPIST
Enthusiastic, creative and passionate individuals to provide 1:1 and small group therapy to children and youth diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disabilities.
Candidates are to submit a cover letter and resume. Please note that only successful prospect candidates will be contacted for an interview in person.
"The staff and clients all feel like family at The Portia Learning Centre. The support and guidance I have been provided with during my time at Portia have progressed my abilities! I feel confident in my skills, all because of my training and employment at Portia. The relationships I have built with the staff, learners and families is something I will cherish for life. I appreciate everything The Portia Learning Centre has taught me. "
Brianna MacPhearson
Reasons to Join Our Team
LEADERSHIP AND MENTORSHIP
The professional environment at the Portia Learning Centre fosters professional growth and encourages creative ideas and staff input. Engagement with other professionals across the Portia network is encouraged and facilitates professional development and innovation.
BCBA SUPERVISION OPPORTUNITIES
The high level of enthusiasm and dedication to this field is evident by the number of our staff members who pursue higher education and certification in the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis. We have many BCBA and BCaBA candidates that are currently completing coursework and supervision hours as required for their credentials.
ONGOING TRAINING AND LEARNING
Learning and development should never end! Throughout your time at The Portia Learning Centre training and learning opportunities are ongoing. Instructor Therapists receive the 40 hours of intensive training to meet the Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) standards.
SOCIAL AND COMMUNITY EVENTS
Our dynamic team loves spending time supporting our community and having fun together! Frequent social events are planned for team building. We encourage creativity and value staff input.