Behaviour Analyst - Guelph, Canada - Connections Behaviour Consulting

Connections Behaviour Consulting

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Guelph, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Connections Behaviour Consulting is a fast growing company that provides behaviour analytic services to children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other exceptionalities in Guelph, Kitchener-Waterloo and the surrounding region.

We have a strong commitment to providing evidence-based services to our clients and strive to help them reach their full potential.

If you have the desire to make a difference in the lives of children, Connections Behaviour Consulting is the right fit for you

Minimum Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience:

Possess a minimum of a Masters degree or national equivalent with a major in psychology, special education, Applied Behavior Analysis, or related field of study is preferred. Additional certification as a special education teacher, school social worker, or school psychologist in the state of is preferred.
Have obtained certification as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) as verified through the Behavior Analyst Certification Board
A minimum of 5 years experience in working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with various special needs.

Knowledge of:

Appropriate behavioral intervention strategies
Learning theories and instructional methods
Ethics, laws, and regulations of acceptable behavior interventions
Developmental processes of children, adolescents, and adults
Interpersonal skills needed to manage crisis situations
Technology, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and ABA software platforms
Correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling

Skills and Abilities to:

Assess situations and make proper judgments
Understand behavioral situations and react accordingly in an ethical manner
Objectively analyze crisis situations
Respond quickly to emergency situations
Handle aggressive and selfinjurious behaviors of clients
Communicate effectively and make recommendations to various agency staff and outside professionals, groups, or individuals
Perform general clerical duties including maintain accurate client records and preparing clear and concise reports
Communicate effectively in both oral and written form with a diverse group of clients, parents/caregivers, school personnel, and other agency staff
Use a computer and behavioral software to prepare documents and maintain client records
Work independently and make decisions within the framework of established guidelines
Follow guidance from senior level staff to enhance own professional development
Work with a diverse team of professionals in a respectful manner
Supervise clients during treatment sessions

Other Requirements:

Successful completion of vulnerable sector background check
Satisfactory reference checks
Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.

Job Duties:

Oversee ABA home programs and provide parent training and support
Complete weekly program writing and maintain client's program book (including writing programs and creating materials)
Running monthly clinic/progress meetings with parents/guardians
Conduct behavioral and skills assessments and design treatment programs for clients
Work with and oversee Senior Therapists and Registered Behavior Technicians to implement individualized treatment plans as per agency standards and BACB requirements
Collect data and graph data as instructed using technological programs, such as Microsoft Excel or practice management software (e.g., TheraNest)
Maintain respect and confidentiality for all clients
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies
Maintain and protect the wellbeing of all clients during treatment sessions and when emergency crisis situations arise
Knowledge of medical billing for ABA and navigating insurance is preferred
Communicate client progress and cases to caregivers and community partners
Be able to work with a diverse team of professionals to provide the best behavioral services possible to clients
Attend staff trainings and agency meetings voluntarily
Other job duties as assigned by the Clinical Directors