Behaviour specialist# The Salvation Army in Canada and Bermuda## Behaviour specialistApply: Hybrid: Toronto, ON: Full time: Posted 4 Days Ago: End Date: November 12, 2026 (9 days left to apply): JR110178Who We Are For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith
- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life
- there is a place for everyone to belong here.Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description
POSITION PURPOSE SUMMARY:The Behaviour Specialist provides Applied Behaviour Analytic (ABA) assessment, treatment, consultation, workshops, education and resource support to clients and their families. Additionally, support is provided in both the developmental and the mental health sector with the goal of reducing problem behaviours and enhancing skills. He/she is required to perform his or her duties in a manner consistent with The Salvation Army
- Broadview Village core values and ethics, ensure resident/participant safety, and demonstrate customer service excellence.Key Responsibility AreaTherapeutic Services:* Conduct behavioural assessments on referral from any/all of the programs being operated by Broadview Village
* Utilizing a mediator model of service,



structure intervention programs for staff to carry out, monitor progress, evaluate effectiveness, and revise plans as necessary
* Provide advice and support to any programs within Broadview Village and/or with external partners as directed by the Director of Quality, Risk and Education
* Support and adhere to Broadview Village’s Vision, Mission, and Values
* Record, maintain, and manage complete and accurate documentation relating to each case in accordance with standards and policies
* Support clients including those suffering from developmental conditions manage behavior and aggressive actions
* Maintain appropriate personal and professional boundaries with staff, clients, etc.
* Support the Senior Leadership Team in establishing and sustaining care in a manner that is resident/participant centred and fosters evidence based best practice
* Maintain a secure and positive living and working environment through compliance with policies and procedures, rules and regulations governing facilities safety and safety in the work place
* May facilitate communication in complex care issues to foster positive resident/participant outcomes as may be requiredWorkshop and Educational Sessions:* develop and deliver workshops, educational sessions and material within the role’s scope of practice and in-line with the philosophies of Broadview Village




* monitor and assess effectiveness and relevance of educational programs and make revisions as necessary
* keep abreast of emerging behavioral management strategies and best practices and incorporate appropriate ideas into educational programsRelationship Management:* Develop and build a relationship of trust with clients and families; maintaining confidentiality, sensitivity, integrity, fairness, and respect
* Collaborate with the department heads to assess and review treatment plan options and alternatives, assess trends, address any issues or areas of concern, and find solutions and areas of improvement
* Collaborate with external resources and programs to identify additional/alternative options for clients and their families
* Promote a positive working environment with the service providers and Broadview Village
* Maintain positive communication between Broadview Village and the communityCRITICAL RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENTGovernance Boards and Councils:Internal:* Department Heads and Senior Leadership Teams
* Director of Quality, Risk and Education
* Social Services StaffExternal:* Clients and their families
* Service providers
* Community and Government programs and agenciesMANAGERIAL/Technical Leadership RESPONSIBILITY:
* This position has no direct reports but serves as a technical leader in providing direction and guidance to staff on intervention programsFINANCIAL AND MATERIALS MANAGEMENT:No expenditure authority but provides technical advice, recommendations and treatment/intervention plans for program approval/adoptionWORKING

CONDITIONS:
* Carries a cell phone and is expected to respond to calls as required
* May be required to travel from 31 to 70% of the time
* May have varying work schedules depending on client/department

📌 Behaviour specialist (Toronto)
🏢 Broadview Village
📍 Toronto