Supervised Lead Therapist and Float - Oakville

Monarch House; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Supervision hours for clinicians

Health benefits

Flexible work options

Mileage coverage

Job summary

Monarch House seeks a Supervised Lead Therapist and Float to assist the supervising BCBA/RBA with assessments, program development and supervision of ABA treatment for youth and adults with ASD and complex needs. The role covers clinic, home, and community settings across Ontario.

You will deliver assessments, implement individualized programming under BCBA/RBA guidance, monitor progress, document data, and collaborate with the care team to ensure high-quality, evidence-based services.

Qualifications

• Experience with assessments and treatment of aggression and self-injury.
• Experience with Safety Care or Non-Violent crisis intervention.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada.
• Pursuing or possess a Master’s degree in ABA, Psychology, Special Education, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and deliver comprehensive ABA assessments and treatment sessions in clinic and community settings.
• Implement individualized client programming under BCBA/RBA direction while maintaining treatment integrity.
• Create a positive, safe, and engaging therapeutic environment.
• Monitor client progress by collecting and graphing data and maintaining records.
• Communicate progress and updates clearly with caregivers, BCBAs/RBAs, and care team.
• Complete required documentation and incident reports within timelines.
• Participate in client-centred team meetings to review progress and adjust plans.
• Demonstrate therapy strategies to families and professionals as required.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to ensure client-centred care across settings.

Skills

Complex needs experience

Aggression/self-injury handling

Safety Care / NV crisis

Driver's license & vehicle

Authorized to work in Canada

Master's degree in ABA/ Psychology/Ed

Hourly to full-time availability

Education

Master's degree in ABA/ Psychology/ Special Education

Tools

None

Job description

The Supervised Lead Therapist and Float is responsible for assisting the supervising Sr. Behaviour Consultant/Behaviour Analyst (BCBA/RBA) with the implementation of assessments, program development and supervision of ABA treatment programs for youth and adults with dual-diagnosis, ASD, other developmental disabilities, or other learning and behaviour needs. The position also supports in thesupervision of the treatment team assigned to each clients’ case to help ensure that MonarchHouse provides high-quality evidence-based services.

Job Type: Clinic, home, and community based work

Work schedule: Monday - Friday between 8:45AM - 7PM ET

Take an inside look at what you will do each day:

• Prepare for and deliver comprehensive ABA assessment and treatment sessions in clinic and community settings, including providing coverage based on client and program needs.
• Implement individualized client programming under the direction and support of a BCBA/RBA, while maintaining treatment integrity and adapting your approach to changing client needs, environments, and routines.
• Create a positive, safe, and engaging therapeutic environment while responding appropriately to client behaviour based on an understanding of behavioural functions.
• Monitor client progress by collecting, graphing, and maintaining accurate data, documentation, programming materials, and other client records.
• Communicate client progress, behavioural changes, incidents, and other relevant updates clearly and professionally with caregivers, BCBAs/RBAs, and other members of the care team.
• Complete required documentation, including daily communication logs and incident reports, in accordance with regional requirements and established timelines.
• Participate in regular client-centred team meetings to review progress, problem-solve, and support adjustments to programming and treatment plans.
• Demonstrate therapy strategies and techniques to families and other professionals as required.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support coordinated, client-centred care across clinic, home, and community environments.
• Follow Monarch House policies, procedures, clinical standards, and safety requirements.
• Participate in required training, workshops, online courses, and other professional development activities provided by Monarch House.

Here is what you will need to be successful

• Experience working with individuals with complex special needs including assessment and treatment of aggression and self-injury
• Experience with Safety Care or Non-Violent crisis intervention
• A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle
• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada
• Possess or currently pursuing a Master's degree in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Psychology, Special Education, or a related field
• Available for hourly shifts that can build to full time

What can Monarch House offer you

We are proud of our friendly environment, supportive leadership and the knowledgeable team members who make it all possible. That is why we do everything we can to show our appreciation. Our training, mentoring and education programs will provide you with opportunities for continued learning, support, and guidance whenever you need it.

• Competitive compensation (for part-time and full-time staff)
• Supervision hours for aspiring and provisionally registered clinicians
• Access to mentorship, premium resources, and subscriptions for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive health benefits for you and your family (if eligible)
• Flexible work options: choose from 3-day, 4-day, or 5-day work week (for clinicians only)
• Seamlessly move to different clinic locations across Ontario, Alberta, or British Columbia
• Join our annual Best Practice Day for learning and reflection with our national community of clinicians
• Enjoy Paid Time Off and Wellness Days (pro-rated for hourly staff)
• Exclusive unlimited employee discounts (e.g. hotels, cinema tickets, Apple products and more)
• Mileage covered (for float staff and clinicians travelling to multiple centers and/or the community)

Meet your Monarch House team

Established in 2009 in British Columbia as an interdisciplinary treatment centre for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families, Monarch House has now expanded its geographic network and services to include the full range of services for individuals with academic, behaviour, communication, learning, motor, physical, speech, social and vocational needs.

Monarch House is a dynamic team of professionals providing challenging career opportunities and fulfilling roles in British Columbia, Alberta, and Ontario. Our professional staff work collaboratively and/or individually with each client and specifically tailor services to their needs. Our services can be provided in our centres, at clients’ homes and schools, in the community, and in specialized housing settings. Working with the fields’ thought leaders, we conduct our own research and are committed to continuous learning to provide the most effective treatments possible.

Monarch House is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Monarch House, we are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels a true sense of belonging and is supported to fully participate as their whole selves. We recognize that each individual may have unique needs, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments and accommodations upon request for any interview, meeting, event, or training program.

If there is anything we can do to support your full participation and engagement, we encourage you to let us know. Your experience, comfort, and ability to fully belong are important to us.

AI Use in Recruitment and Applicant Screening

We confirm that AI is not used to screen or evaluate applicants. While Monarch House encourages and supports the use of AI to streamline administrative tasks, we believe a human-centered focus on recruiting talented individuals is at the core of cultivating a work environment where everyone belongs. As such, all applications are reviewed by knowledgeable team members who understand the role and what success looks like in the position, to ensure fair and thorough hiring practices that consider individual knowledge, skills and abilities.