Job Description

As the leader in the developmental services sector, Bethesda Community Services is currently recruiting those interested in supporting adults, children and youth with developmental disabilities.



We envision ourselves as a community of support that inspires, encourages and empowers children, youth, and adults with special needs to live fulfilled lives. We value respect, diversity and inclusivity, collaboration and compassionate quality service.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Children's Respite program at Bethesda requires one (1) Respite Facilitator. Working to promote Bethesda's values, vision and mission statement and quality client care, the Respite Facilitator will work with children who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder. The duration of the contract is eight (8) months.

Key Job Responsibilities

Support children/youth engaging in risk behaviour while remaining calm, neutral, and effectively using non-violent crisis intervention strategies. Assist caregivers completing funding applications and reconciliation forms and program registration documentation. Review service options with new referrals. Complete intake forms. Facilitates appropriate internal and community referrals. Monitor wait lists and schedule clients for service. Monitor and confirm program registration. Lead facilitation of individual and group based Respite Services. Maintain client records and complete documentation as required. Develop curriculum and resources for individual and group based recreational services. Develop resources and program materials. Facilitate community connections, program registrations and referrals and share resources. Provide Resource Consultation Services. Provide Brief Clinical Consultation Services. Investigate ideas and plan the integration of engaging community activities into service options. Provide coaching and support to Caregivers, Community Partners, Children and Youth Services Team Members, and Students. Collaborate with Community Partners and Interdisciplinary Team Members. Actively participate in administrative team meetings. Collect and analyze data. Actively participate in team meetings and provide suggestions, creative ideas and recommendations for strengthening Children and Youth Services. Comply with Bethesda policies and procedures relating to health and safety. Responsible for reporting all health and safety concerns immediately following the Internal Responsibility System. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Contract wage is based on 2080 hours worked in a year

University degree in Human Behaviour and/or Developmental Psychology or College diploma and comparable training in a related field. Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders and experience supporting children with this diagnosis. Experience providing ABA supports to individuals with Autism. Knowledge and experience using Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) principals. Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team. Proficient with Microsoft Office. Valid Driver's License. First Aid Training and CPR Certification. Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certified. Professional Communication Skills: professionally represents the company through strong communication skills, both oral and written. Teamwork: excels at working with others and communicating with a team to provide the most effective support to clients. Problem-Solving: able to navigate challenges and barriers, always looks for potential pitfalls and risks to help mitigate problems ahead of time, and knows when to ask for help. Proactive: anticipates and solves problems and issues before they are brought to your attention Fluent in French is an asset

Why Join us?

Bethesda offers staff competitive wages, career advancement, First Aid and NVCI training as well as the option of joining our HOOPP Pension Plan (https://hoopp.com/) and benefits. We foster a culture that encourages continuous professional development and growth through tuition reimbursement on approved continuing education and reimbursement opportunities on position specific memberships and licenses. We offer company perks such as retail and gym membership discounts, an Employee Assistance Program and a Bethesda Rewards Program Free onsite parking
Bethesda will provide, upon request, accommodation to the materials and processes used in the recruitment process in accordance with the accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Integrated Accessibility Standards.


We thank all applicants for their interest but regret that only those considered for an interview will be contacted.