Behaviour Therapy Assistant

Pathways Centre; Burlington; Hybrid; CAD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid mandatory training

RBA supervision opportunity

Vacation pay (ESA)

Hybrid service delivery

Job summary

PATHways Centre in Burlington, Ontario seeks a Behaviour Therapy Assistant to deliver 1:1 ABA interventions under supervision. You will support group sessions, help clients build communication and daily living skills, and collaborate with RBAs and families to generalize skills across settings.

The role is part-time with evening and rotational weekend hours, offering hybrid delivery in-centre and in the community.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in behavioural sciences or related field.
• Experience with neurodiverse individuals is an asset.
• Experience in ABA setting is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group therapy sessions using ABA strategies (e.g., DTT, NET, task analysis, reinforcement).
• Implement individualized treatment and behaviour support plans.
• Support clients to build adaptive skills and reduce challenging behaviours.
• Collect, chart, and summarize data to monitor client progress.
• Collaborate with RBAs, therapists, families, and caregivers to promote skill generalization across settings.
• Maintain accurate, timely session notes and documentation in line with standards.
• Participate in team meetings, training, and ongoing professional development.
• Help ensure therapy environments are safe, supportive, and engaging.
• Transport clients within community to therapy sessions, recreation, and to centre as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Calm under pressure

Data collection

Detail oriented

Empathy

Education

Behavioural Sciences

Psychology

Child & Youth Studies

Job description

PATHways Centre, a division of Clearwater Integrated Health, is a multidisciplinary hub in Burlington, Ontario, dedicated to supporting neurodiverse children, youth, and their families.

We offer:

• Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)
• Speech-Language Pathology
• Occupational Therapy
• Social Work & Mental Health Services
• Respite & group programming

Our team is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based, neurodiversity-affirming care in a collaborative, inclusive, and compassionate environment.

About the Role

We are seeking a Behaviour Therapy Assistant (BTA) to join our growing team. Under the supervision of a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA), the BTA will:

• Provide 1:1 direct ABA intervention
• Support and facilitate therapeutic group sessions
• Help clients build communication, social, self-regulation, academic, and daily living skills

This role is ideal for someone who is empathetic, organized, and excited to work within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and group therapy sessions using ABA strategies (e.g., DTT, NET, task analysis, reinforcement)
• Implement individualized treatment and behaviour support plans

Support clients to build adaptive skills and reduce challenging behaviours

Collect, chart, and summarize data to monitor client progress

Collaborate with RBAs, therapists, families, and caregivers to promote skill generalization across settings

Maintain accurate, timely session notes and documentation in line with clinical and organizational standards

Participate in team meetings, training, and ongoing professional development

Help ensure therapy environments are safe, supportive, and engaging

Transport clients within community to therapy sessions, recreation and leisure and to centre as needed

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in Behavioural Sciences, Psychology, Child and Youth Studies, or a related field (preferred)
• Experience working with neurodiverse individuals and/or in an ABA setting is an asset

Skills & Attributes

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Comfortable working within a multidisciplinary team
• Ability to respond to challenging behaviours in a calm, professional, and trauma-informed manner
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and data collection skills
• Flexible, empathetic, and team-oriented approach
• Hourly rate: To be discussed based on qualifications and experience ($28-32/hr)
• Paid mandatory training and access to ongoing learning opportunities
• opportunity for RBA supervision
• Vacation pay in accordance with the Employment Standards Act (ESA)
• Supportive, growth-oriented team environment with opportunities for skill development and advancement

Schedule

• Part-time evening and rotational weekends urgently needed (9-20 hrs per week)
• Part-time hours based around your availability
• Opportunity to build into full-time position
• Hybrid service delivery: in-centre at PATHways and in the community

Requirements

• Clear Vulnerable Sector Check (renewed every 2 years)
• Proof of eligibility to work in Canada
• Valid driver's licence and ability to drive clients when needed
• Commitment to ethical standards, professionalism, and confidentiality