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Behavioral Therapist

  • Toronto, ON, Canada
  • Greater Toronto Area, Canada, Canada

Full-time

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Original job description

Advance Therapy is a leading provider of behavioral therapy services for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. The organization is committed to high-quality, evidence-based interventions that support meaningful behavior change. Services are designed to enhance the overall quality of life for clients while actively involving and supporting their families. Team members collaborate in a client-centered environment that values professionalism, compassion, and continuous learning.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Behavioral Therapist role is based in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada. The Behavioral Therapist will conduct behavioral assessments, implement individualized treatment plans, and deliver one-on-one and small-group therapy sessions. Responsibilities include collecting and analyzing behavioral data, monitoring progress, and adjusting interventions in collaboration with supervisors or clinical leads. The role involves working closely with children and families, providing coaching on behavior strategies, and maintaining clear documentation and communication with the care team. The therapist will also participate in team meetings, ongoing training, and adherence to ethical and professional standards.

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated skills in Applied Behavior Analysis and Behavior Analysis, with experience implementing evidence-based interventions.
  • Background in Psychology or a related field, with familiarity working with children with autism or developmental disabilities.
  • Strong Interpersonal Skills, including the ability to build rapport with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
  • Ability to work effectively with children in structured and unstructured settings, using positive behavior support strategies.
  • Relevant post-secondary education in psychology, behavior science, social work, or related discipline.
  • Certification or coursework in ABA (e.g., RBT, BCaBA, or equivalent) is an asset.
  • Excellent observation, documentation, and communication skills, with attention to detail and confidentiality.
  • Willingness to participate in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development.
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Responsibilities

Conduct behavioral assessments, implement individualized treatment plans, and provide one-on-one and small-group therapy for children with autism or other developmental disabilities. Collect and analyze behavioral data, monitor progress, collaborate with clinical supervisors, coach families, maintain documentation, and participate in team meetings and ongoing training.

Requirements

Relevant post-secondary education in psychology, behavioral science, social work, or a related discipline is requested, along with skills in Applied Behavior Analysis and experience implementing evidence-based interventions. Familiarity working with children with autism or developmental disabilities, strong communication and documentation skills, and willingness to pursue ongoing training and supervision are expected; ABA certification or coursework is an asset.

Skills

  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Behavioral Assessment
  • Individualized Treatment Planning
  • Evidence-Based Interventions
  • Behavioral Data Collection and Analysis
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Positive Behavior Support
  • Family Coaching
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Observation
  • Documentation
  • Communication
  • Confidentiality
  • Team Collaboration

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Categories

  • Healthcare
  • Social Services
  • Education

Keywords

  • Applied Behavior Analysis
  • Behavior Analysis
  • Behavioral Therapy
  • Behavioral Assessments
  • Individualized Treatment Plans
  • Evidence-Based Interventions
  • Autism
  • Developmental Disabilities
  • Behavioral Data Collection
  • Data Analysis
  • Progress Monitoring
  • Positive Behavior Support
  • Family Coaching
  • One-on-One Therapy
  • Small-Group Therapy
  • Clinical Supervision
  • RBT
  • BCaBA
  • Psychology
  • Behavioral Science
  • Social Work
  • Confidentiality
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration

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