Behavioural Support SpecialistFT-Perm

Title of Job:Behavioural Support Specialist
Date: July 28 2026
Closing Date:August 11 2026
Location:Toronto ON - NYGH Finch RCC
Compensation: $67011 - $79010 Annually Prorated
Work Type: Onsite
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Existing or New Position: Existing

Who We Are:
LOFT Community Services is a unique and dynamic charitable organization that supports people living with complicated issues such as mental and physical health challenges substance use challenges poverty and homelessness. Serving approximately 20573 annually and providing 1856 units of supportive housing last year LOFT is one of Ontarios largest mental health service providers of its kind. LOFT is also recognized as a Nonprofit Employer of Choice Award (NEOC) recipient.

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and provide evidence-based behavioural treatment recommendations using a person-centred behavioural approach.
• Lead the development implementation monitoring and evaluation of Behavioural Support Plans and behaviour intervention programs to enhance client outcomes and quality of life.
• Provide crisis intervention risk assessment urgent care planning and referrals to appropriate community and crisis resources for high-risk individuals.
• Review edit and approve Behavioural Support Plans to ensure compliance with ethical standards and best practices in behaviour management.
• Collaborate with clients families caregivers healthcare professionals and community partners to coordinate care and advocate for client needs.
• Deliver training consultation and ongoing support to staff families and caregivers to promote effective behavioural strategies and reduce responsive behaviours.
• Foster respectful therapeutic relationships with clients using Recovery-Oriented and Psychosocial Rehabilitation principles.
• Maintain current knowledge of behavioural support practices emerging trends and evidence-based interventions sharing expertise across teams.
• Participate actively in multidisciplinary teams client care conferences staff meetings and professional development initiatives.
• Ensure strict adherence to confidentiality organizational policies professional standards and regulatory requirements.
• Work collaboratively under the direction of the Program Managerand/or designed perform additional duties as assigned.

• Undergraduate degree in Nursing Social Work Occupational Therapy Psychology or a related health discipline combined with an Advanced Diploma in Behavioural Science Technology.
• At least 3 years of experience supporting vulnerable seniors with responsive behaviours associated with dementia mental health challenges addictions and other neurological conditions.
• Proven expertise in the development implementation and evaluation of behavioural intervention and behaviour management programs for vulnerable populations.
• Demonstrated experience providing training coaching and education to staff clients caregivers and community partners on strategies to effectively address responsive behaviours.
• Strong knowledge of evidence-based behavioural support models and the ability to apply best practices in clinical and community settings.
• Training and/or experience with P.I.E.C.E.S. U-First! Recovery-Oriented and Psychosocial Rehabilitation approaches.
• Comprehensive understanding of dementia delirium mental health conditions and their impact on seniors families and caregivers.
• Knowledge of community-based services resources and support networks available to older adults and caregivers.
• Strong commitment to the principles of Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) and person-centred care.
• Well-developed crisis intervention problem-solving relationship-building and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word Excel Outlook).
• Valid Ontario drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle with the ability to travel within the community as required.

• Staff will be required to work in residents rooms and may therefore be exposed to secondhand smoke.
• May also be required to be on-call as emergency contact for after hours.
• Frequent travel within community will also be required.

• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package including medical dental vision life insurance and long-term disability
• Defined Benefits PensionPlan
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program
• E-learning program available all year round
• Starting vacation time above minimum standard
• Additional paid personal and paid sick days
• Professional development budget available to help you nurture and shape your career
• Corporate Gym membership rate with GoodLife Fitness
• Access to Perkopolis a comprehensive corporate discount program
• Access to unlimited DEI trainings through partnership Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Maternity-leave and Parental leave top up program

Note:

• A satisfactory vulnerable sector check (VSC) is also required.
• This posting provides only a summary of the responsibilities and requirements for the position

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