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ABOUT US

Strides Toronto is a multi-service agency providing a wide range of exceptional programs and services that improve the mental, social and physical health of infants, children and youth from the pre-natal stage to age 29, and their families. With a range of community, residential and treatment services, we build strength and resilience through equitable, accessible, client-driven services, system leadership and advocacy. We provide individual, group and family interventions that include mental health counselling, autism services, education, outreach and referral, early intervention, day treatment and community support. In its Lead Agency role, Strides Toronto collaborates with 23 publicly funded infant, child and youth mental health (ICYMH) core service providers to design and implement system-level improvements that promote access, responsive service delivery and experience, and positive mental health outcomes for young people and families across Toronto's diverse communities. To learn more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to visit our website at www.stridestoronto.ca

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Clinical Supervisor, Autism Services (Urgent Response Services) is a 1-year full-time contract position that provides oversight to a team who work directly with families, children and youth diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, in the provision of parent training and stabilization based services. The Clinical Supervisor will provide supervision and oversee ABA based service for children and youth registered in the Urgent Response Service to improve child and family quality of life and prepare for successful participation in community programs. Services take place at the center, client’s home or other community settings on a one-to-one basis. The Urgent response services (URS) is an exciting new service offered within the OAP. They are time-limited services developed to provide a rapid response to specific, identified needs to prevent further escalation or risk of harm to the child or youth, other people or property.

Salary range: $73,265.00 to $85,319.00 per annum.

                        This is a full-time contract position for 1-year.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM?

• We provide a hybrid work model. 
• We provide opportunities for growth and professional development.
• We are committed to providing an equitable and inclusive environment where our diverse team members and clients can thrive.
• We have a collaborative and supportive Senior Management Team.
• We set high standards for performance, client outcomes, and implement best practices, which are demonstrated through our accreditation with the Canadian Centre for Accreditation.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Identify, develop and supervise the implementation of evidence based behavioural programming in line with the client and family’s individualized goals.
• Conduct a functional behavior assessment that follows a bio-psycho-social model of treatment and intervention to establish individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients and their families.
• Design evidence based interventions that are in line with the Behaviour Plan and ensure ethical practices are followed.
• Thoroughly document and create Behaviour Plans, Functional Analysis summaries, Behaviour Reduction Programs and Behavior Acquisition Programs.
• Supervise a clinical team to ensure adherence to service standards and organizational policies.
• Maintain administrative order to ensure the successful operation of the clinical team and clinical caseload.
• Prepare and submit relevant service statistics for the purposes of Ministry reporting.
• See that program support staff are providing effective administrative support for the operation of the clinical team.
• Supervise and ensure staff and client health and safety is carried out in a safe and productive manner.
• Ensure staff are adequately trained and have sufficient knowledge and skill to perform their work safely.

THE “MUST HAVES”

The following education, professional memberships and knowledge are a requirement for this role:

• Master’s degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Psychology or Developmental Disabilities with study or related degree and experience in Applied Behaviour Analysis.
• Certification as a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) in good standing.
• Registered with College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario as a regulated health professional.
• Minimum 4 years work experience in developing and/ or delivering Applied Behavioural Analytic services.
• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience and understanding of management theories and practices considered as an asset.
• Clinical experience and knowledge of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) as it applies to Autism Spectrum Disorder and Developmental Disabilities and may also include other special populations as required. 
• Thorough understanding of principles, treatment applications and conceptual issues of Applied Behaviour Analysis and be able to use effective evidence based strategies for the population.
• Knowledge of Behaviour Analytic Certification Board – code of ethics.
• Knowledge of College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO) Standards of Professional Conduct. 
• Knowledge of Ontario Autism Program.

THE ‘NICE TO HAVES’

While not required, preference will be given to candidates with the following: 

• Fluency in another language(s), including sign language.
• Awareness of the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and within the community being served by the position.
• An understanding of Anti-Black Racism, anti-oppressive/anti-racism perspective in the context of the social determinants of health when working with clients and their families. 
• Ability to recognize and identify situations where incidents of and imbalance of power and privilege may occur and can result in possible negative impacts for the client.

BEFORE STARTING WITH US

As our work puts us in direct contact with youth and vulnerable persons in our community, with health and safety as a priority, the successful candidate must complete or obtain the following before commencement of their employment:

• A Vulnerable Sector police check.
• A positive police check does not automatically disqualify an applicant for a position with Strides Toronto.  The Police Check will be reviewed and evaluated for the purpose of making a decision on suitability for employment in relation to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position being filled.  

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a cover letter and resume outlining your demonstrated education, certification (if applicable), working and related volunteer experience and how you meet specific requirements for this position, and any additional considerations you deem appropriate. The application deadline is March 19, 2025.

Strides Toronto is an equal opportunity employer. We benefit from diversity of lived experiences in the workplace and encourage applications from qualified candidates who reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.  Strides Toronto is a participant in the Government of Canada’s 50-30 Challenge, a program which challenges organizations to improve access for women and/or non-binary people and other equity-deserving groups, including those identifying as: racialized, Black, and/or people of colour, people with disabilities (including invisible and episodic disabilities), 2SLGBTQ+ and/or gender and sexually diverse individuals, and Aboriginal and/or Indigenous Peoples to   increase the representation and inclusion of diverse groups within their workplace.  

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and Strides Toronto’s own policies, requests for accommodation will be considered throughout the hiring process. 

We thank all applicants however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.