ABA Kids | Integrate Health Services

Location: Durham Region, Ontario
Position Type: Part-Time Independent Contractor
Work Setting: In-person, home-based and community-based services
Compensation: $32.00–$35.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Expected Hours: 10–20 hours per week, depending on client needs and availability
Availability Required: Weekday after-school hours and Saturdays
Start Date: As soon as possible

About ABA Kids

ABA Kids, a programme of Integrate Health Services, provides individualised, evidence-informed Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) services to children and youth with autism and other developmental disabilities across Durham Region.

Our approach is child-centred, neuroaffirming and family-focused. We recognise that every child has unique strengths, communication preferences, sensory needs and developmental goals. Our programmes emphasise functional communication, independence, meaningful participation and quality of life.

We are seeking an experienced, compassionate and reliable Instructor Therapist to join our clinical team and deliver high-quality, individualised intervention services under the supervision of a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA).

Position Summary

The Instructor Therapist will provide direct ABA intervention to children and youth in their homes and community settings, including daycare and school environments where services are authorised.

The successful candidate will implement approved treatment programmes, monitor and document client progress, collaborate with families and interdisciplinary professionals, and participate in clinical supervision and professional development.

This position is particularly suited to an experienced therapist who can work confidently in community settings while maintaining high standards of professionalism, accountability and child-centred care.

Required Qualifications

- Minimum two years of direct experience implementing ABA intervention programmes with children or youth with autism or other developmental disabilities.
- College diploma or university degree in Behavioural Science, Psychology, Child and Youth Care, Developmental Services, Education, or a related field.
- Demonstrated competence in implementing individualised skill-acquisition programmes and behaviour support plans.
- Experience delivering services in client homes, daycares, schools or community environments.
- Proficiency in accurate data collection and clinical documentation.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, organisational and time-management skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with clinical supervisors and team members.
- Dependable, punctual and committed to maintaining consistent appointments.
- Valid Ontario G or G2 driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle for travel between assigned service locations.
- Ability to provide a satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check before commencing direct client services.

Preferred Qualifications





- Additional post-secondary certification or training in Applied Behaviour Analysis or Autism and Behavioural Science.
- Registered Behaviour Technician (RBT) certification, where applicable.
- Experience implementing programmes informed by VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R, AFLS or similar assessment frameworks.
- Experience with naturalistic teaching, functional communication training, positive behaviour support and generalisation of skills.
- Experience supporting children with complex communication needs, sensory differences, emotional regulation challenges or behaviours that create safety concerns.
- Familiarity with electronic clinical records and digital data-collection systems.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.

Key ResponsibilitiesDirect Clinical Intervention

- Implement individualised ABA treatment programmes designed and approved by the supervising RBA.
- Support functional communication, social interaction, play, adaptive skills, daily living skills, independence and community participation.
- Use evidence-informed teaching strategies, including naturalistic teaching, structured instruction, modelling, prompting, reinforcement and systematic prompt fading.
- Implement approved behaviour support plans, including teaching functional replacement skills and positive, proactive strategies.
- Recognise and respect each child's communication, preferences, assent, sensory needs and emotional regulation.
- Promote the generalisation of acquired skills across settings and everyday routines.
- Maintain a positive, respectful and safe therapeutic environment.

Clinical Documentation and Data Collection

- Collect and record accurate daily data on treatment targets and clinically relevant behaviours.
- Complete session notes and required documentation accurately and within established timelines.
- Prepare data summaries and graphs as requested by the supervising clinician.
- Promptly communicate changes in client progress, engagement, behaviour or safety.
- Document and report clinical incidents and safeguarding concerns in accordance with organisational policies.

Assessment and Programme Support

- Assist the supervising clinician with structured observations, skill sampling and assessment-related activities.
- Support data collection and assessment activities involving tools such as VB-MAPP, ABLLS-R and AFLS when appropriately trained and authorised.
- Prepare teaching materials, visual supports and clinical resources.
- Provide objective observations and data to support treatment planning and clinical decision-making.
- Implement programme modifications only when authorised by the supervising RBA.

Family and Interdisciplinary Collaboration





- Maintain respectful, skilled communication with parents, caregivers and other authorised professionals.
- Share routine session observations and progress updates within the parameters established by the clinical supervisor.
- Collaborate with RBAs, senior therapists and interdisciplinary team members.
- Support consistency of approved strategies across home and community environments.
- Respect family priorities, cultural backgrounds, neurodiversity and individual differences.

Professional Standards

- Participate in required clinical supervision, case reviews, team meetings and professional development activities.
- Maintain client confidentiality and comply with applicable privacy and information-security requirements.
- Practise within assigned responsibilities, demonstrated competence and appropriate supervisory direction.
- Follow applicable professional standards, clinical protocols, child-safeguarding procedures and organisational policies.
- Escalate clinical concerns and significant changes in client presentation to the supervising RBA.

Schedule and Service Locations

Services are delivered in person across Durham Region, including Ajax, Pickering, Whitby, Oshawa and surrounding communities.

Candidates must be available during weekday after-school hours and on Saturdays.

Approximately 10–20 hours of weekly service opportunities are anticipated. Actual assignments will depend on client scheduling, service demand, geographic compatibility and therapist availability.

Compensation

$32.00–$35.00 per hour, based on experience, qualifications and demonstrated clinical competency.

The position is offered on a part-time independent contractor basis. Detailed terms of engagement, including scheduling, compensation for specific activities, travel and cancellation arrangements, will be addressed in the independent contractor agreement.

Why Join ABA Kids?

- Be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to evidence-informed, individualised developmental care.
- Work under the clinical supervision of qualified Registered Behaviour Analysts.
- Support children and families in meaningful home and community routines.
- Benefit from ongoing clinical guidance and opportunities for professional development.
- Contribute to a growing programme dedicated to compassionate, high-quality and family-centred services.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a résumé and brief cover letter outlining their relevant ABA experience, preferred service areas within Durham Region, and availability for weekday after-school and Saturday sessions.

ABA Kids / Integrate Health Services is committed to equitable employment and contracting practices. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. Reasonable accommodation is available throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with applicable Ontario human rights legislation.

Pay: $32.00-$35.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

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