Education / Licenses / Certification
Master’s degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis or Psychology
Registration with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO)
Membership in good standing with the Ontario Association for Behaviour Analysis (ONTABA).
Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) Certification, or be able to prove that this certification is underway
Standard First-Aid CPR-C
Vulnerable Sector Check
Professional Liability Insurance
Experience
Minimum 2 years conducting behaviour assessments, developing behaviour interventions and analyzing data using ABA principles
Use of standard psychogeriatric assessment tools and behavioural, cognitive, psychosocial, and environmental assessments relating to responsive behaviours
Demonstrated experience working with dual diagnosis is considered an asset
Other Skills and Abilities
Expertise and knowledge of working with individuals with various types of dementia, delirium, and those with acute behavioural change
Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others
Excellent clinical-reasoning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills
Effective assessment, intervention, client centered and collaborative care planning skills
Experience providing caregiver education, support and counselling relating to caring for a person with responsive behaviours
Creativity, flexibility, positive attitude
Strong communication skills (oral and written)
Technological proficiency\: use of MS Office (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Ability and willingness to travel in the Toronto Sub Regions as needed (Durham Region\: Pickering, Oshawa, North York)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Apply Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) principles to design and implement function-based interventions.
Develop, monitor, and supervise Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs), including objectives, data collection, and analysis.
Conduct Treatment Integrity Checks (TICs) to ensure accurate implementation of BSPs/BCPs.
Perform comprehensive clinical assessments using a bio-psychosocial approach to identify factors contributing to responsive behaviors.
Evaluate risks associated with maladaptive behaviors during client intake and develop mitigation plans.
Collaborate with clients, care partners, and the circle of care to create and disseminate individualized behavior management plans across community and long-term care settings.
Maintain full responsibility and accountability for all aspects of client behavioral assessments, treatment, and programming in compliance with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario (CPBAO).
Recommend additional treatment by other professionals when appropriate.
Provide clear direction and support to managers and front-line staff, including treatment modalities, scripts, strategies, and techniques.
Deliver 1\:1 or small group training sessions for direct support staff and/or client family members.
Participate in NRIO’s Interactive Staff Training sessions (biannually) and site-specific behavioral management training as needed.
Attend case conferences and prepare required reports within designated timelines.
Ensure client rights are protected and advocate on behalf of residents/clients.
Adhere to Bayshore Policies and Procedures and maintain confidentiality of client and corporate information.
Ensure compliance with FSRA SABS licensing (Bill 65), including Principal Representative authority, financial transparency, records management, and stakeholder communication.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and proactive Health & Safety activities, reporting any risks or concerns to the immediate supervisor.
Stay current with clinical best practices and evidence-based interventions through ongoing internal and external continuing education.
Complete other tasks as requested.
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