Therapy Assistant (ABA/OTA/SLPA background)

Monarch House; Oakville; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A children's therapy center in Oakville is seeking a part-time Therapy Assistant. The role involves implementing treatment for children with developmental delays and requires a relevant degree, along with at least one year of experience in similar areas. Candidates will enjoy a supportive environment with competitive compensation and various perks, including flexible scheduling and access to mentorship.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Supervision hours for aspiring clinicians

Access to mentorship programs

Comprehensive health benefits

Flexible work options

Paid Time Off and Wellness Days

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 1 year experience implementing ABA, SLPA, or OTA treatments with children.
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening required.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans based on established practices.
• Support client behavior change through systematic methods.
• Track progress and communicate with caregivers.

Skills

Behavioral strategies

Client engagement

Data tracking

Adaptability

Education

Degree in ABA/SLP/OT or related field

Job description

The Therapy Assistant (TA) is primarily responsible for implementing Applied Behavior Analysis, Speech Language Pathology, and Occupational Therapy interventions for children and youth with autism spectrum disorder or other learning and development delays and/or maladaptive behaviour. The role of the TA is to execute intervention plans developed and supervised by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst BCBA), Speech Language Pathologist, and/or Occupational Therapist to clients in care of Monarch House. The TA will work within an interdisciplinary team to support skill acquisition and/or decrease maladaptive behaviors while providing an engaging and positive client experience in a fast paced and frequently changing environment. The TA is primarily responsible for implementing interdisciplinary treatment to clients across Monarch House.

Job Type: Part-time. Contracted till March 2026

Job setting: Clinic-based in Oakville

Salary - $21-24/hr

Schedule (may not be scheduled for all)

Monday - Friday, 8:45AM - 7PM EST

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

• Responsible for implementing treatment plans based on best practices.
• Uses systematic methods and behavioural strategies to support client in changing their behaviour. Contributes to the development of ABA / SLP / OT programs established by the BCBA / SLP / OT to teach and reinforce a variety of skills for children and youth in a 1:1and/or small group setting.
• Assists in conducting baseline measurements and other indirect measures as instructed by the Lead Therapist/ BCaBA/BCBA / SLP / OT
• Understand the functions of behavior and responds appropriately and safely when situations arise.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions and/or routine and provide creative solutions. Responsible for creating a positive and engaging environment for the client.
• Responsible for tracking client progress through the collection of data and graphing while keeping clients engaged.
• Responsible to complete incident report in Microsoft Teams as per regional requirements within 24 hours of an incident.
• Attend regular client-centered team meetings to review client progress, problem solve, and inform of potential changes.
• Provide communication updates regarding unusual or different behavior in an organized, professional, positive, and respectful manner to caregivers and BCBA / SLP / OT
  
  

Here is what you will need to be successful:

• Completed degree in ABA/SLP/OT or a related field or pursuing education in these fields
• At least 1 year experience implementing ABA, SLPA, or OTA treatments with children with autism and other developmental disabilities.
• Education and demonstrated ability in ethical and professional practice.
• Experience working with children and youth with complex needs and/or developmental disabilities will be considered an asset.
• Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• Experience working with clients who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder or other developmental disabilities.
• Available for hourly shifts that can build to full time
• Legally authorized to work in Canada
  
  

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
• 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

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Your unique perspective is what makes us stronger.

We're a Future-Forward Organization

At Monarch we are committed to innovation and continuous improvement. As a future-focused team, we embrace technology and evolving tools to support our growth and success. We encourage the use of AI and other digital solutions to streamline work, enhance productivity, and stay ahead in a fast-moving landscape.

As such, we value candidates who are comfortable leveraging AI tools to organize their work, solve problems, and manage tasks efficiently. If you’re tech-savvy, adaptable, and excited by the possibilities of working smarter with emerging technologies, we’d love to hear from you.

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