Specialized Behaviour Support Worker (Temporary)

About the role

The Halton District School Board (HDSB) is hiring a Specialized Behaviour Support Worker for a 10-month temporary position, immediately up to December 18, 2026, in its special education team. The worker reports to the Supervisor of Special Education and works in a variety of schools in one of three areas, or in a school-based behaviour classroom or alternative education classroom. For LTO positions, hired applicants get first consideration for permanent roles.

Key responsibilities

• Work directly with students using supportive intervention strategies and de-escalation techniques, and provide person-directed supports that respect self-determination.
• Model, coach and debrief intervention and de-escalation techniques with core team staff so they can use them independently.
• Inform and guide decisions about appropriate interventions for core team staff.
• Coordinate, lead and model containments and crisis interventions, including class evacuations, duration of containments and continuous visual supervision.
• Facilitate post-crisis debriefs with students and staff.
• Work with the school team to transfer skills and strategies, and support staff and students in self-contained classrooms.

Required profile

• Diploma or undergraduate degree in a related field (e.g. Developmental Services Worker, Child and Youth Worker/Practitioner).
• 5 years of experience with in-risk children, adolescents or teens, and/or individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Experience with children and adolescents from diverse cultural and racial backgrounds, and with students with dual diagnoses.
• BMS certification.
• Physical ability to meet the demands of the role (verified by a post-offer test).
• Preferred: undergraduate degree in a related field, coursework in autism and/or ABA, Mental Health & Disability Management certificate, and experience in a school board setting.

Required skills

• Evidence-based intervention techniques, including co-regulation, attunement and de-escalation.
• Google Workspace and electronic record keeping.
• Anti-oppression and anti-racism commitment, strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent judgment, organization, time management and problem-solving.

What we offer

• Pay of $61,848 to $73,028 per year according to the collective agreement, with salary steps based on experience.
• Professional development and mentorship, plus committee and team involvement.
• Employee and family benefits for positions longer than 90 consecutive days.

Applications close November 2, 2026, with a cover letter and resume submitted through the Apply To Education portal. Shortlisted candidates must provide a criminal background check with vulnerable sector screening and pass a post-offer physical test.