Jessica Bethel, M.Ed., R.B.A (Ont)
Director of Operations and People Development
Jessica Bethel is an experienced leader and Registered Behavior Analyst (Ont.) with a strong background in operations, strategy, training and education. As Director of Operations and People Development, she combines her expertise in organizational systems with a passion for cultivating thriving, empowered teams. She is known for building collaborative systems that foster growth, efficiency, and inclusion across programs and services.
Her approach is guided by values of inclusivity, integrity, and innovation. Jessica prioritizes creating environments where people feel supported, valued, and celebrated for their strengths, while ensuring that organizations have the structures and processes needed to achieve long-term sustainability.
When she’s not working, Jessica enjoys cooking and baking, especially experimenting with healthier but still delicious versions of recipes. She is equally passionate about sports and fitness and has completed her barre instructor certification.
Experience
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20 years of experience working in ABA services
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Broad experience across the lifespan in center based, school, home, treatment and community organizations
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Director-level leadership in strategic planning, people development, organizational growth and delivery of projects with community partners, provincial and federal government
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Responsible for development of staff, parent and professional education programs
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Thesis advisor for Bachelor in Behavioural Sciences program at George Brown College
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Former Advisory Council member for: Seneca College Bachelor of Behavioural Sciences Program, Mohawk College Behavioural Sciences Program and POND Patient Advisory Council (Holland Bloorview)
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Registered Behavior Analyst with extensive experience training educators, parents, and clinical staff across multiple organizations
Education & Training
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Bachelor of Health Sciences (minor Psychology)
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Autism and Behavioural Sciences graduate certificate
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Master of Education (Developmental Psychology and Education)
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Graduate Coursework in Applied Behaviour Analysis
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Board Certified Behaviour Analyst
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Certificate of Specialization in Leadership and Management
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Financial management for non-profit Organizations
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Project Management Coursework