Open Opportunities

Supervised Instructor Therapist

Role Description

This is an on-site role located in Aurora, ON, for a Supervised Instructor Therapist. The therapist will work directly with individuals with different special needs, delivering evidence-based behavior intervention programs under the supervision of Senior Therapist and Registered Behaviour Analyst. Day-to-day tasks include implementing individualized treatment plans, monitoring progress, taking detailed notes, and collaborating with a team of professionals to ensure optimal outcomes for clients. The role also involves maintaining positive engagement with families, providing updates, and fostering a supportive environment for client development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct 1:1 ABA therapy to children, youth, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other developmental disabilities under the supervision of a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA [Ont.]).
• Implement individualized ABA treatment and skill-acquisition programs developed and/or approved by the supervising RBA (Ont.).
• Implement programs targeting communication, social skills, daily living skills, school readiness, emotional regulation, and independence.
• Follow prescribed ABA teaching procedures, including prompting and prompt fading, reinforcement, error correction, task analysis, and generalization strategies.
• Collect accurate and objective session data and complete clinical documentation in accordance with established treatment protocols.
• Implement behaviour support and safety procedures as directed by the supervising RBA (Ont.) and according to the client’s individualized plan.
• Observe and document client progress, responses to intervention, and relevant behavioural concerns, and report them to the supervising clinician.
• Prepare and organize therapy materials required for individualized client programming.
• Participate in regular clinical supervision with the RBA (Ont.) and implement clinical feedback and program updates as directed.
• Communicate and collaborate professionally with Senior Therapists, Clinical Supervisors, families, and other interdisciplinary team members within the IT’s scope of responsibilities.
• Maintain client confidentiality, professional boundaries, and accurate client records.
• Follow all clinical protocols, safety procedures, and organizational policies of Joy And Grow Therapy Inc.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, compassionate, and supportive therapeutic environment for clients.

Requirements:



• Bachelor’s degree or post-secondary education with a specialization in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), behavioural science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience delivering behaviour intervention and/or skill-building programs to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) or developmental disabilities.
• Strong working knowledge of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) principles and evidence-based teaching strategies that support communication, social skills, skill acquisition, and independence.
• Demonstrated ability to implement individualized behaviour intervention and skill-acquisition programs, including data collection, prompting and prompt fading, reinforcement, and behaviour support strategies.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills when working with clients, families, supervisors, and other professionals.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills, with the ability to maintain accurate and timely client documentation and clinical records.
• Compassionate, patient, professional, and supportive approach when working with individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.
• Ability to maintain client confidentiality and follow organizational and clinical policies and procedures.
• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check required.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, please send your updated resume to contact@joyandgrow.ca.