supervised Senior Therapist

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Senior Therapist – ABA Team Lead (In-Centre) Location: Montessori Kids by OneHealth – Ottawa, Ontario Type: Part-Time Contract (Independent Contractor) Hours: 15–25 hours per week (with flexibility based on caseload) Compensation: Starting at $32.00–$35/hour (depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate About Us Montessori Kids by OneHealth is a unique child development centre integrating Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) with the Montessori philosophy to support neurodiverse children ages 2–12. Our team-based, whole-child approach blends clinical excellence with play-based, sensory-rich, and inclusive programming. We are seeking a Senior Therapist who can both lead and support our growing clinical team. This is an in-centre, hands-on leadership role that blends direct therapy, team supervision, daily operations support, and compliance oversight. Position Overview This role is ideal for a seasoned ABA therapist or senior instructor who thrives in a dynamic team environment and has demonstrated experience in: Leading sessions and providing clinical direction in real-time Managing daily flow, schedules, and staff coverage Supporting junior therapists and maintaining compliance Working collaboratively with families and clinical supervisors You will act as a Team Lead during in-centre programming blocks, helping ensure smooth daily operations, accurate therapist-youth matching, consistent data tracking, and responsive clinical care. Key Responsibilities Deliver 1:1 direct therapy using ABA-based strategies with assigned youth Lead daily team huddles, assign therapists to youth based on skill and need Check daily therapist coverage, flag absences, and adjust schedules in real time Coordinate room setup, binders, logs, and materials before each session Ensure therapists complete data collection, clean-up, and end-of-session documentation Provide in-the-moment coaching to Instructor Therapists Participate in functional assessments and assist in ABLLS-R, AFLS, and VB-MAPP scoring Track program integrity and report concerns to the Clinical Supervisor Collaborate on Individualized Service Plans (ISP) and behaviour plans Communicate with families as needed and help facilitate the intake transition Experience with intake and onboarding new clients Qualifications Minimum 2-3 yrs years of experience delivering ABA or IBI services Experience supervising therapy teams or leading sessions required Strong organizational skills; ability to manage the “flow” of the day Experience in clinic-based programs preferred Post-secondary education in Behavioural Science, Psychology, Child Development, or a related field ABA Certificate, Autism & Behavioural Science diploma, or equivalent preferred Working knowledge of ABLLS-R, AFLS, VB-MAPP, and behavior tracking systems Must be comfortable providing toilet training and supporting SIBs or aggressive behaviors Clear Vulnerable Sector Police Check required CPR/First Aid certification preferred What We Offer A supportive team environment grounded in empathy and excellence Flexible part-time hours with consistent weekly schedule In-centre role (no virtual sessions) Opportunities for training and growth into full-time or supervisory roles Paid training sessions and leadership coaching