[25-116] Behaviour Interventionist (Casual)
Prince George - Canada
Job Summary
Position: Behaviour Interventionist
Location:Prince George
Hours: Up to 20 hours per week
Salary: $25.75 per hour
Start Date: ASAP
We are looking for a Behaviour Interventionist to join our Behaviour Support Service team! Behaviour Interventionists provide direct one-to-one teaching to young children diagnosed with autism and other developmental disorders. They work as a part of an interdisciplinary team under the direct mentorship and supervision of a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst. The successful candidate will be supported in attaining certification as a Registered Behaviour Technician or one of the other levels of certification awarded through the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board.
About Sources:
SOURCES is a community-based non-profit organization providing support and hope to communities in the Lower Mainland on Vancouver Island and across Northern BC. Sources strives to create vibrant and resilient communities through support to adults children youth and families facing challenges in life such as mental health disability poverty substance use and conflict. We support our communities through leadership education and volunteerism.
Sources is committed to learning about celebrating and incorporating Indigenous knowledge into our practices as we continue our work in truth and reconciliation. People of all races cultures ethnicities 2SLGBTQIA and abilities are welcomed to work with us. We value diversity respect and collaboration as we promote our mission: social wellness for our community.
Description of Position:
Reporting to: Manager of Behaviour Intervention Services
General Responsibilities:
- Case management and report writing.
- Contribute to a strong team environment.
- Attending and participating in regularly scheduled team meetings.
- Some administration duties are required.
Program-specific Responsibilities:
- Use teaching methods to target specific program goals directed by a Behaviour Consultant and implement teaching programs and other interventions as outlined on the students behaviour plan of intervention.
- Collecting data monitoring recording and reviewing client progress with consultants and other team members.
- Develop teach and demonstrate the strategies of positive behaviour support.
- Writing accurate session notes and maintaining files.
Physical Demands of Job:
- Lifting/Pulling/Pushing - 25% Walking/Moving Around - 50% Sitting - 50% Time Spent Outside - 0%
Cognitive Demands of Job:
- Independent Work - 75% Task Memorization - 75% Changing Priorities/Deadlines - 50% Writing/Reading - 50%
Qualifications:
- High school diploma two years post-secondary education in a related field preferred (psychology education social work etc.)
- Experience working with children with autism and experience/ability managing and responding to aggressive behaviour is preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Available forwork at least 12 hours a week
- Clear criminal record check required.
Benefits:
All employees regardless of benefit eligibility have access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program.
Closing Date: February 13 2025
Internal candidates will be contacted by: February 16 2025