Behavioural Interventionist - Waterville, Canada - Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre

Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre
Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre
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Waterville, Canada

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POSITION NOTICE

(Internal & External) COMPETITION
No.
23-005

Applications are invited for the following position:




AREA:
Clinical Services




CLASSIFICATION:
BEHAVIOURAL INTERVENTIONIST - 1 PFT Hrs)

POSITION SCOPE:

Responsible to the Director of Clinical Services, the Behavioural Interventionist works with KRRC's interdisciplinary teams to address behaviours of concern among clients through consultation, careful assessment, the implementation of applied behaviour analysis, the development of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans, and other related strategies and interventions, including ones aimed at skill development.

The goals and objectives for this role are consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre (KRRC) and promote the empowerment of clients and respect for their autonomy as persons.


RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • Provide consultation in response to referrals from In-Centre programs, Community Options homes, and the Cambridge Community Outreach Group (CCOG) regarding behaviours of concern for which a behaviour support plan may be indicated.
  • Create individualized PBS plans and support the development of Individual Program Plans (IPPs).
  • Lead the implementation of effective strategies to decrease clients' behaviours of concern, increase their prosocial behaviours, and improve their quality of life, with the goal of also achieving a reduction in the risk of injury, the use of restrictive procedures, and the requirement for extra staffing.
  • Contribute to the creation of individualized tools (e.g., visual schedules, 'social stories') required by clients.
  • Promote the development of coping strategies and skills among clients, particularly in the case of individuals transitioning from facilitybased living to communitybased living.
  • Provide information and education regarding PBS and related topics.
  • Engage in the promotion, practice, and modelling of PBS strategies and approaches.
  • Provide coaching to KRRC staff in the use of PBS and evidencebased support strategies.
  • Demonstrate skill in the use of Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and Low Arousal approaches.
  • Meet regularly with the Psychologist and/or the Director of Clinical Services to review client progress and discuss issues/incidents that could impact the effective provision of behavioural supports.
  • Participate in the ongoing evaluation of PBS as it applies to individual clients, teams, and the organization.
  • Participate in KRRC committees, as appropriate to role.
  • Perform other duties as required or assigned.
KRRC values Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.


SALARY SCALE:
KRRC is a competitive salary employer

HOURS OF WORK: 37.50 Hrs per week


SHIFT WORK:
No





PLEASE NOTE:

ALL APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE A COVER LETTER QUOTING THE POSITION NUMBER AND A COPY OF AN UPDATED RESUME.


**POSTING DATE: January 23, 2023
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