Job Description

Lake Ridge Community Support Services (LRCSS) provides high-quality treatment, education and evaluation research services that facilitate the participation and growth of individuals with a diagnosis of Intellectual Disability or Autism Spectrum Disorder within their community. The philosophy of Lake Ridge Community Support Services is that each person receiving service is encouraged and helped to maximize his/her potential in their community.

Behaviour Consultant

Lake Ridge Community Support Services (LRCSS) has a full-time, 1 year contract position for a Behaviour Consultant. The role of the Behaviour Consultant will be providing behaviour therapy services to assigned children, youth and/or adults with intellectual disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder within LRCSS. The successful candidate will report to the Clinical Manager.

What's your role?

Develops and oversees program design and implementation, trains mediators, writes programs and communicates with stakeholders Provides assessment and treatment for clients including observing and monitoring behaviours Facilitates telehealth/in person services Prepares clinical reports that include Quality Assurance Measures (QAM), Behaviour Support Plan (BSP), Progress Report, Transition Plan, etc. Attends meetings with the Clinical Manager and liaises with community professionals, agencies and clients/caregivers Conducts mediator workshops, facilitates groups on client-based interventions, creates internal/external training workshops for staff (i.e., lunch and learn) Researches for projects and participates as a member of various committees/teams, as assigned Makes decisions related to behaviour therapy services in collaboration with the Clinical Manager Acts as clinical lead observing, collaborating, assigning tasks, providing feedback and monitoring the performance of assigned Behaviour Technicians, where applicable

What skills are we looking for?

University degree in a relevant field and a minimum of three years' related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience Registered Behaviour Analyst (RBA) with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO) or working towards full registration with the CPBAO by 2025 (or by 2026 may also be considered) Good knowledge of intervention strategies based on assessment results and scientific evidence Demonstrated ability to describe common functions of behaviour and analyze data Ability to identify essential components of a behaviour reduction plan Ability to establish good working professional relationships with clients, caregivers and community professionals Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills to provide behaviour therapy services to clients and facilitate meetings Excellent problem-solving skills to assess behaviours, create treatment plans and resolve client issues Knowledge of Google Workspace and ability to use office equipment efficiently Ability to travel within the region and work flexible hours, as required

What can we offer you?

Continuous comprehensive training in a supportive environment Salary is dependent on experience, but we offer some of the most competitive salaries in the industry with great working hours
Lake Ridge Community Support Services is committed to making the recruitment process accessible to all candidates; accommodations are available upon request.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: $69,000.00-$73,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Flexible schedule
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Education:

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

RBA with the CPBAO (preferred)
Work Location: In person