Autism Clinical Supervisor 1 - Toronto, Canada - SURREY PLACE

SURREY PLACE

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Program:
Autism Services

Status:
Full-time, Management, 12 months

Date Posted:
January 25, 2024

Closing Date:
February 8, 2024

About Surrey Place:

Surrey Place is a not-for-profit that serves people of all ages with developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder and visual impairments in the Toronto region and Northwestern Ontario.

We offer integrated services and inclusive support in a safe and welcoming environment.

Our approach is family-based, which centres the interests and care of our clients, families and caregivers by teaching them skills.

We strive to ensure the greatest access to services and support our clients in navigating the health care system. Surrey Place helps people learn new skills, gain self-confidence and reach their full potential.

Position Description:

Autism Services at Surrey Place provides skill building programs, within the context of an inter-professional environment, to children and youth with an autism spectrum disorder living in the city of Toronto, based on the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis.

This is a province-wide initiative, funded by the Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services that will assist children and youth to build skills in the areas of communication; behaviour management/ emotional regulation; social/interpersonal; and daily living skills.

The Autism Clinical Supervisor, reports to the Manager, Autism Services.

Main Responsibilities:

Clinically and administratively supervise staff in the delivery of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) services and supports to children and youth with a diagnosis of an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families
Assist with the development and delivery of parent training, education, and support services.
Hours of operation include ability to work evenings and weekend hours
This position will require travel to multiple locations

Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Psychology or Developmental Disabilities with study/experience in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA)
Certification as a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst required
5 years' work experience in developing and/or delivering ABA
1 year related supervisory experience in a health care or social services environment
A thorough understanding of principles and conceptual issues of ABA
Proficiency with a PC, including Microsoft Office (MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook), and Boardmaker
Demonstrated excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills
Fluency in French is considered an asset