Supervising Therapist

Surrey Place; Toronto; On-site; CAD 83,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization in Toronto seeks a Supervising Therapist for its TRE-ADD Program. The role involves supervising a team working with youth aged 6-18 with autism spectrum disorder. Responsibilities include monitoring treatments, developing behavior plans, and collaborating with educational staff. Applicants should have a Master’s degree in Psychology, supervisory experience, and proficiency in behavior analysis. This full-time position offers a salary between $83,200 and $94,300.

Qualifications

• 5 years’ direct clinical experience in behavior analysis supporting youth with challenging behaviours.
• 1-year related supervisory experience in a health care or social services environment.
• Knowledge of the special education system is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor treatment(s) directly with clients.
• Develop behavioral assessments and treatment programs.
• Conduct on-site supervision of staff.

Skills

Behavior analysis

Supervision

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Program: Treatment Research and Education for Autism and Developmental Disorders

Status: Full-time Contract ending June 2026

Hours: 36.25 hours/week

Salary: $83,200-$94,300

Starting salary is determined through qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Date Posted: September 2, 2025

Closing Date: September 16, 2025

About Surrey Place

Surrey Place is a not-for-profit organization that helps people of all ages with autism, developmental and sensory-related concerns push the boundaries of what’s possible to achieve new victories. We offer integrated services and inclusive support in a safe and welcoming environment. Our approach is family-based, which centres the interests and care of our clients, families and caregivers by teaching them skills. We strive to ensure the greatest access to services and support our clients in navigating the health care system. Surrey Place helps people learn new skills, gain self-confidence and reach their full potential.

Position Description

The TRE-ADD Program at Surrey Place is seeking a Supervising Therapist within its School-Based Services. Reporting to the Manager, TRE-ADD, the successful candidate will supervise a team of Instructor Therapists and Behaviour Support Workers working directly with youth, between the ages of 6-18 with autism spectrum disorder and significant behavioural challenges. This service is delivered in community school classrooms as part of our Education and Community Partnership Program (ECPP). As a member of the interdisciplinary team, the incumbent will be responsible for leading implementation of behaviour treatments within the classroom, assessing treatment effectiveness, providing staff support and supervision and oversight of day-to-day operational requirements.

Main Responsibilities

• Working directly with clients to monitor treatment(s).
• Contributing towards the development of behavioural assessments, individual treatment programs, behaviour support plans and emergency procedures.
• Conducting on-site supervision of staff to ensure high quality treatment is provided.
• Provision of on-the-job training, supervision, and support to the ongoing development of treatment staff.
• Collaborating with school board staff to promote an excellent working environment for all.
• Problem-solving/decision making with the interdisciplinary team.
• Liaison with families and community agencies re day-to-day concerns, or as required.
• Operational oversight of human resources, health, and safety other administrative functions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology or related field
• Member in good standing with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario as a Registered Behaviour Analyst.
• 5 years’ direct clinical experience in behavior analysis supporting youth with challenging behaviours.
• 1-year related supervisory experience in a health care or social services environment.
• Knowledge of the special education system is an asset.
• The successful candidate must provide an acceptable Police Records Check (Vulnerable Sector Screening).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in French is considered an asset.

Surrey Place values the diverse and intersectional identities of its staff, clients and families and regards equity and neurodiversity as fundamental at all levels of our organization. We are seeking applicants who embrace our values of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility (EDIA). We encourage candidates from Indigenous and equity seeking groups such as those from Black and racialized communities, people with disabilities, women and 2SLGBTQ+.