Behavioural Support Specialist - Penetanguishene, Canada - Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care

Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care

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Penetanguishene, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

POSITION TITLE
Behavioural Support Specialist

SHIFT TYPE
Rotating days, evenings, nights, weekends & holidays

DEPT/PROGRAM

Brebeuf

JOB CLASS
Behavioural Support Specialist

EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Temporary full-time up to one year

RATE OF PAY
$ $46.77 per hour

WORK SCHEDULE
75.00 hours bi-weekly as per schedule

EMPLOYEE GROUP

OPSEU

POSTING TYPE
Open

POSTING DATE
May 6th, 2024

HYBRID ELIGIBLE
Yes

NUMBER
1

The Brébeuf Program for Regional Forensics is a general forensic program serving the Waypoint catchment area. Services include a 20-bed co-ed inpatient hospital program and outpatient services.

The program works with the Ontario Court system and the Ontario Review Board to provide treatment and rehabilitative programs for people who have come into conflict with the law as a result of a serious mental illness.

The Clinical Manager of the Brebeuf Program is currently seeking a Behavioural Support Specialist.

The purpose of this role is to provide assessment, treatment and consultative services for clients experiencing behavioural challenges related to mental health impairment and to participate as a member of a specialized mental health team.

Please Note:
This position offers a hybrid work environment consisting of in-office and remote work. The office location is 500 Church St in Penetanguishene, ON.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Planning, implementing, evaluating, modifying and recording therapeutic treatment strategies in collaboration with the client and multidisciplinary team
Observe, communicate and record client behaviors, ability to function, and treatment responses for assessment purposes
Provide interventions such associalization, selfcare, leisure and coping skills training, and community integration to encourage the development of acceptable social behaviour; implementing behavior modification programs and support discharge planning
Select, administer, score, and interpret a variety of behavioural assessment tools
Prepare behavioural assessment reports and maintain accurate clinical records according to established standards
Developing, implementing, and evaluating psychotherapeutic treatment programs
Consultation services for clients, relatives and a variety of other healthcare professionals
Provide physical assistance to patients experiencing behavioural challenges related to mental impairment, and to assist in emergencies/codes

REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Behavioural Science Technology Diploma, or Autism and Behavioral Science Graduate Program
Member of the Ontario Association for Behavioural Analysis Inc. (ONTABA)
Valid Class G Drivers License and CPR and First Aid an asset
Preference for previous experience in a behavioural assessment role
Preference for similar experience in a forensic mental health environment
Experience with psychiatric diagnosis and disorders and theories, and of general and mental health theory and practice; dynamics of individuals and families
Experience with behaviour theory and management and crisis intervention techniques
Proficiency with computer software including Microsoft Office Suite
Proven analytical skills to interpret, evaluate and develop appropriate treatment plan
Results oriented work ethic to work independently and undertake tasks needed to accomplish work objectives and deliver quality, consistent and timely results
Demonstrated leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and organizational skills
Proven written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to adapt readily to change
Models and promotes core ethical practice, Waypoint Values, and reflects an optimistic and positive attitude
Preference for proficiency in French/English language
You must meet the requirements of our COVID19 Immunization Policy by providing proof of full vaccination, or a request and receipt of an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code, including a medical exemption.

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