Supervised Lead Behaviour Therapist

Are you looking for a career opportunity where you can make a difference? If so, our growing team at Community Living Dufferin has career opportunities where you can do just that!

We are hiring a Supervised Lead Behaviour Therapist - Full Time 

The Registered Behaviour Analyst will provide leadership, clinical training, coaching, and mentorship to staff in the delivery of clinical supports. This role ensures the effective implementation of Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs), promotes best practices in behaviour supports, and fosters a culture rooted in accountability, respect, collaboration, and the rights of individuals supported

Key Responsibilities include:

• Provide training for staff regarding behaviour support plans, daily activity schedules, and behavioural data collection.


• Provides training on Safe Management Group (SMG) techniques.


• Provides training on implementation of behaviour support plans (BSP).


• Provides training on developing and implementing daily activity schedules (DAS).


• Provides training on accurate data collection including participation data, antecedent, behaviour, consequence (ABC) data, confinement time out (CTO) data, and any other data required by the clinical department.


• Mentor and support staff, modeling professional conduct, interpersonal skills, and conflict resolution strategies.


• Provide guidance and recommendations for continuous improvement in clinical practices.


• Conducts fidelity checks and treatment integrity checks to measure staff adherence to BSPs, and reports results to the Clinical Supervisor and Clinical Area Administrator.

Educational and Job Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities and challenging behaviours.


• Demonstrated ability to implement BSPs with high fidelity.


• Experience in coaching, mentoring, or leading staff.


• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.


• SMG certification (or willingness to obtain).


• Post-secondary education in Behavioural Science, Psychology, Social Work, Applied Behaviour Analysis, or a related field.


• Advanced training in behaviour supports, crisis management, or positive behaviour support strategies.


• Previous experience leading or supervising clinical staff in a residential or community setting.

Why work at Community Living Dufferin?

Our staff take pride in the work they do making a difference in the lives of the people we support and within their community. Working at Community Living Dufferin, you will be amongst a great team of people who are dedicated to recognizing the potential in others and helping to create an inclusive environment where all are welcomed and appreciated. Our staff also enjoy a workplace that fosters opportunities for skill development through educational opportunities.

We offer:

• Skill development through educational opportunities


• Opportunity to be part of meaningful and impactful work


• A great place to work and a diverse workforce


• Competitive compensation package

We appreciate your interest in our organization, only selected candidates will be contacted.

Community Living Dufferin is committed to providing a recruitment and selection process that is inclusive and free from barriers. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities are available upon request and will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Applicants are required, in advance, to make any accommodation request known to Human Resources by contacting (519) 941-8971 ext. 152 and we will strive to provide reasonable and appropriate accommodation for all applicants during the recruitment and selection process, which will ensure the process, is conducted in a fair and equitable manner.