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Strides Toronto

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Helping children, youth and families thrive

Scarborough, ON

Mental Health Care
201–500 people

About

Strides Toronto is a multi-service agency providing services to young people from birth to age 29 and their families in East Toronto. Formed in January 2020 through the amalgamation of Aisling Discoveries and East Metro Youth Services, Strides Toronto provides a range of community, residential and treatment services to improve the mental, social and physical health of infants, children, youth and their families. 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. As Lead Agency for infant, child and youth mental health in Toronto, Strides Toronto works with core service providers to design and implement system-level improvements that transform access to services, experience of services and the mental health outcomes for Toronto’s diverse communities. Strides Toronto has a budget of $30 million and more than 350 employees providing services out of 19 locations across East Toronto. The organization is accredited by the Centre for Accreditation and the predecessor organizations have a long history of providing high-quality services in East Toronto.

Open positions

Systems Administrator

Hybrid · Scarborough Bluffs Park

The Systems Administrator will configure and maintain the organization's technology infrastructure to ensure optimal performance and security. They will also provide technical support to end-users, including device deployment and troubleshooting.

Help Ahead Intake Worker, CPI

Hybrid · Toronto

The Intake Worker manages incoming mental health service inquiries through multiple channels, conducting initial triage and eligibility assessments. They document all intake activities in the client information system and coordinate referrals to partner agencies.

Program Assistant

On-site · Toronto

The Program Assistant provides comprehensive administrative support to the Help Ahead program, including managing client information, processing invoices, and overseeing office supply procurement. The role also involves providing reception coverage and ensuring all program documentation is maintained accurately and securely.

Applied Behaviour Analysis Therapist

On-site · Scarborough Bluffs Park

The ABA Therapist delivers group or one-to-one Applied Behaviour Analysis services to children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder to promote skill acquisition. They also collaborate with caregivers to provide education and training to ensure the generalization of strategies in home and community settings.

Respite Worker

On-site · Scarborough Bluffs Park

The Respite Worker provides direct, time-limited support to children and youth to prevent risk escalation while fostering life and social skills. They are responsible for designing respite plans, ensuring client safety, and maintaining accurate documentation in the client record system.

Executive Assistant

Hybrid · Scarborough Bluffs Park

The Executive Assistant provides advanced administrative support to senior management, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and document preparation. They also facilitate special projects and events while liaising with internal and external stakeholders to ensure operational efficiency.

Program Assistant

On-site · Toronto

Provide administrative support to Help Ahead program management and staff, including processing service requests, maintaining accurate and confidential client records, and coordinating invoices and payments. Manage purchasing and supplies, support staff with program resources, and provide welcoming reception coverage when needed.

Applied Behaviour Analysis Therapist

On-site · Toronto

Deliver individual and group ABA services to children and youth with autism, supporting communication, behaviour and emotional regulation, social interaction, and daily living skills. Develop individualized behaviour plans, train caregivers to apply strategies across home and community settings, communicate client progress, and maintain accurate client records.

Respite Worker

On-site · Toronto

Provide time-limited respite and direct supervision for children and youth, supporting their safety, mental health, wellbeing, and development of life and social skills. Collaborate with families and Urgent Response Service partners to plan individualized programs, manage behaviours, and maintain timely client records and incident documentation.