Job Description

The Centre for Autism Services Alberta (CFASA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to working alongside Autistic people and their families. Since 1997, CFASA has made it its mission to provide Autistic people with meaningful and responsive supports that prioritize each person's autonomy and equal access to opportunities. Our organization serves Autistic individuals over their lifespan. We make it our practice to listen to the community and co-create supports that meet their needs. We partner with families, communities, schools, and workplaces to reduce barriers, so that Autistic people can access the activities and spaces that are important to them. We advocate for authentic inclusion, equality, and Neurodiversity Affirming Supports across all of our programs. Our organization is built by and for Autistic people, and we have committed to continuous improvement and learning.

We are a neuro-inclusive employer, and we know that attracting employees from diverse identities makes our work better. If you share our values and our enthusiasm to empower Autistic individuals and their families to thrive, you will find a great career at CFASA. We welcome the unique contributions future staff can bring in terms of their education, opinions, neurotype, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.

In this role, the Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) is responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of neurodiversity-affirming supports in the areas of behavioural support, regulation, and learning. In addition, this position provides direct supervision for Specialized Services Interventionists.

The BCBA must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This position requires focus on initiative, flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Job Requirements:

Build trusting, respectful relationships with Autistic children/youth and their families Center child motivation, autonomy, and assent in all supports Recognize and partner with parents and caregivers as key decision-makers Complete strengths-based assessments and interviews to inform family-centered programming Monitor and adapt supports to reduce distress and respond to individual needs Provide direct support to children/youth and coach caregivers using evidence-based, family-focused models Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to promote holistic well-being and positive mental health Provide orientation, training, and ongoing support and mentorship to Learning Support Assistants
Qualifications:

Master's Degree and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.

This individual will have a minimum of 1-2 years of experience working in the field of Autism or other developmental disabilities.

The successful applicant must obtain a clear criminal record check, valid driver's license, first aid and have a valid driver's license and the ability to driver in and around Edmonton.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $74,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off RRSP match Vision care
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-08-11