Applied Behaviour Analysis Therapist Strides Toronto

Children's Mental Health Ontario; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 460,000 - 542,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee benefits and discounts

Union position

Job summary

Strides Toronto is seeking a part-time ABA Therapist to support infants, children, youth and families. You will deliver group or individual ABA sessions focusing on communication, behavior management, social skills and daily living tasks, and coach caregivers on strategies.

Responsibilities include developing initial goals with data, providing caregiver education and maintaining accurate records, with collaboration from supervisors and staff.

Qualifications

• 3-year or 1-year post-graduate diploma in Behavioural Science or Bachelor’s in a related field.
• 2 years of experience working with children/youth with autism using ABA.
• Knowledge of autism spectrum and ABA principles.
• Ontario Autism Program knowledge and funding options.
• Understanding of Professional & Compliance Code for Behaviour Analysis.
• Knowledge of community resources for referrals.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ABA therapy in group or one-to-one sessions with focus on communication, behavior and daily living skills.
• Maintain caregiver communication after sessions with progress updates and home strategies.
• Create initial behaviour plans with baseline data with supervisor input.
• Develop and implement caregiver training using BST techniques.
• Maintain up-to-date client records for team access and safety.

Skills

ABA experience

Ontario Program knowledge

Professional & Compliance code

IDEA awareness

Client information systems

Education

Post-secondary diploma or bachelor's in behavioural science/related field

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Position Type –Part-time contract untilMarch 31, 2027

Hours of Work per week –Up to 24

Salary range: $33.81 to $39.37 per hour

Benefits

We offer generous group employee benefits which includes:

• Access to employee perks and discounts

Union Position – This position is represented by OPSEU local 567.

ABOUT US

Strides Toronto Support Services (“Strides Toronto”) Strides Toronto is a multi-service agency supporting infants, children, youth and young adults from birth to age 29, and their families, primarily across east Toronto. We offer community-based, residential and treatment programs—including mental health counselling, autism services, early intervention, day treatment, education, outreach and community support—using a client-centered, evidence-informed approach. Since 2015, Strides Toronto has served as Toronto’s Lead Agency for Infant, Child and Youth Mental Health, partnering with 21 core service providers to provide system leadership, citywide planning, coordinated service delivery and program alignment. Strides Toronto also leads initiatives with broader reach, includingHelp Aheadand theHOPE Strategyacross Toronto andOne Stop Talk/Parlons Maintenantand theProvincial Youth Outreach Worker Programacross Ontario.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is an existing vacancy for a part-time contract Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Therapist. The ABA Therapist The ABA Therapist works directly with children and youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families in the provision of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) services. ABA services include group and/or individual sessions in the areas of communication skills, behaviour management/ emotional regulation, social/ interpersonal skills and daily living skills.

The ABA Therapist also provides caregiver education and skill building sessions to help caregivers promote their child’s skill generalization in the home and community. These sessions allow caregivers to promote their child’s development by implementing ABA strategies at home.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Deliver group-based or one-to-one Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) to children and youth to promote skill acquisition in the areas of communication skills, behaviour management/ emotional regulation, social/ interpersonal skills and daily living skills.
• Maintain regular communication with caregivers after each treatment session to inform them of client progress and how to implement strategies taught in home and other environments.
• Create initial behaviour plans with baseline assessment data to develop individualized client goals for treatment in collaboration with supervisor and caregiver.
• Develop and implement caregiver training and education.
• Prepare and present teaching materials for caregiver’s group and/ or individual training using Behavioural Skills Training (BST).
• Maintain up to date records of all relevant client data for any internal staff to find when needed to best support clients and ensure safety.

THE ‘MUST HAVES’

The following education, professional memberships and knowledge are a requirement for this role:

• 3-year or 1-year post graduate Community College Diploma in Behavioural Science or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• 2 years of experience working with children and youth with autism using the principles of ABA.
• Knowledge of the autism spectrum disorder with understanding of the principles of applied behavior analysis.
• Knowledge of services provided within autism services as well as organization-wide services.
• Understanding of Ontario Autism Program (current and historical information) – have a general understanding of the ministry changes, Ontario Autism Program funding options and how that will affect the clients and their delivery of service.
• Understanding of Professional and Compliance Code for Behaviour Analysis.
• Knowledge of community resources and partner agencies to make referrals and transfer clients if needed
• Awareness of the role of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) in the workplace and within the community being served by the position.
• An understanding of anti-black racism, anti-oppressive/anti-racism perspective in the context of the social determinants of health.
• Ability to recognize and identify situations where incidents of imbalance of power and privilege may occur and can result in possible negative impacts.

THE ‘NICE TO HAVES’

While not required, preference will be given to candidates with the following:

• Functional computer and client information system knowledge.
• Fluency in another language(s), including sign language.

BEFORE STARTING WITH US

As our work puts us in direct contact with youth and vulnerable persons in our community, with health and safety as a priority, the successful candidate must complete or obtain the following before commencement of their employment:

• A Vulnerable Sector police check
• A positive police check does not automatically disqualify an applicant for a position with Strides Toronto. The Police Check will be reviewed and evaluated for the purpose of making a decision on suitability for employment in relation to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position being filled.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

• We provide opportunities for growth and professional development.
• We are committed to providing an equitable and inclusive environment where our diverse team members and clients can thrive.
• We have a collaborative and supportive Senior Management Team.
• We set high standards for performance, client outcomes, and implement best practices, which are demonstrated through our accreditation with the Canadian Centre for Accreditation.

Application deadline is October 20, 2026.

Strides Toronto is an equal opportunity employer. We benefit from diversity of lived experiences in the workplace and encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Strides Toronto is a participant in the Government of Canada’s 50-30 Challenge, a program which challenges organizations to improve access for women and/or non-binary people and other equity-deserving groups, including those identifying as: racialized, Black, and/or people of colour, people with disabilities (including invisible and episodic disabilities), 2SLGBTQ+ and/or gender and sexually diverse individuals, and Aboriginal and/or Indigenous Peoples to increase the representation and inclusion of diverse groups within their workplace.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Strides Toronto’s own policies, requests for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process.

We thank all applicants however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.