ABA Therapist, Behaviour Clinician, Instructor Therapist, Supervised ABA Therapist

Synergy Kids is located at Dorval and the QEW in Oakville. We are open 7 days a week, most nights until 8pm. Synergy Kids offers ABA, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and respite services to kids and teens. Most of our clients have a diagnosis of autism. Synergy Kids is a fast-paced team; management and front line staff work together for the betterment of our clients. Synergy Kids focuses on cooperation from clients, not compliance, prioritizing regulation before participation. We rarely use physical prompts during ABA sessions and encourage our staff to work throughout the building with the clients. Synergy Kids is 5000 square feet and includes a kitchen, gym, sensory room, classroom and 7 therapy rooms. We have a washing machine/dryer, showers and urinals to practice life skills in a meaningful environment.

Synergy Kids is seeking a part-time Supervised ABA Therapist to join our exciting team.

The main shift that is available is from 9:30-12:30pm on Sundays. Additional shifts or hours can be added based on the preference and availability of the applicant. The potential of up to 2 shifts per week, including Sunday mornings, is available beginning February, 2026.

This is a great opportunity for a person who is looking to supplement their income or coordinate multiple part-time jobs.

Please note that all Synergy Kids staff start on a 2-month probation before being offered a permanent role.

Duties:

A) Conduct ABA Therapy individually and in small groups under the direction of a Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA), including but not limited to:

• session preparation and clean up
• providing opportunities for clients to practice their goals through table and natural environment teaching opportunities in the therapy room and in various rooms inside Synergy Kids
• collect data related to each client's learning goals as outlined in their Treatment Plan
• Communicate client progress with ABA Therapy Team including BCBA
• use of JANEAPP for recording clinical notes, scheduling.

B) Ensure client's safety by:

• anticipating client needs and providing proactive supports
• supporting the client's behaviour in a moment of distress
• engaging in fun activities with clients
• providing first-aid and completing incident reports
• notifying senior staff of potential dangers within the facility
• wearing personal protective equipment as needed
• ensuring exits are blocked/locked during sessions as needed

C) Provide personal care activities and/or reminders for clients to engage in care activities, including but not limited to:

• personal care assistance such as handwashing, toileting, feeding and dressing

D) Organize toys/materials in accordance with Synergy Kids policies including but not limited to:

• gathering items to be used during your shift such as preferred items, games/crafts and removing dangerous objects

E) Other duties as assigned including but not limited to:

• checking email each shift at least once to receive company updates
• creating materials, sanitizing toys, leading group activities, sweeping, moping, vacuuming, cleaning toilets/sinks, filling/emptying the dishwasher/laundry, etc.

Skills:

- Strong understanding of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles and techniques

- Ability to implement behavior intervention plans effectively

- Excellent observation and data collection skills

- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

- Patience, empathy, and compassion when working with children with ASD

- Ability to adapt and modify strategies based on individual client needs

Synergy Kids uses Natural Environment Teaching (NET) and functional learning environments to implement ABA Therapy. Sessions occur in the gym, sensory room, classroom, kitchen and therapy rooms to promote generalization and regulation in our clients. Applicants should be prepared to implement functional communication training, and skill building program in a neuro-affirming, collaborative, communication based centre.

Applicants must have previous experience implementing ABA, IBI, individual or small group sessions. In addition, applicants must be able to work evenings and weekends:

This role is for a part-time staff, working 3-10 hours per week. This role can be customized for the right applicant (start date, number of hours per week, etc.)

Must work Sundays 9:30-12:30pm minimum.

Additional hours on Sundays or an evening shift available.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• On-site parking

Application question(s):

• Are you able to work Sundays from 9:30-12:30pm beginning February 8th?
• What post-secondary education have you received in ABA Therapy, special education, autism spectrum disorders or 1:1 interventions for children/teens with autism?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (required)

Experience:

• implementing ABA Therapy: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person