Develop, monitor, and evaluate behaviour programs for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
Oversee quality assurance, including the provision of staff training, evaluation and contribution to program development
Develop programming based on initial and ongoing assessments.
Review and modify programming as needed
Maintain documentation as per the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board guidelines and FIREFLY policies and procedures
Advocate on behalf of client for service, equipment and funding
Work collaboratively with community based service providers and agencies to meet identified needs and enhance delivery of care.
Act as a resource for FIREFLY staff and community agencies
Extensive travel required
Requirements
Masters Degree in Behaviour Analysis or Psychology is required
Certification with the Behaviour Analysts Certification Board is preferred, certification in progress will be considered
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience training and/or supervising others to provide behaviour analytics is required
Demonstrated competency in delivery and oversight of behaviour assessment and treatment for children and youth with ASD
Advanced knowledge of autism, developmental disabilities, and clinical assessment tools are required
Ability to write clinical reports summarizing client strengths, needs, and recommendations
Ability to analyze and synthesize data
Ability to communicate effectively in both official languages is an asset
Engagement in the leadership work of the agency is required
Exceptional communication and engagement skills and experience with children and youth with developmental concerns and/or ASD and their families
Superior interpersonal skills coupled with experience working as a member of a diverse and collaborative team
Requires the ability to travel between service delivery sites in both urban and rural settings
Ability to work creatively with clients both individually and in group settings
Sensitivity to the needs of parents/caregivers and the ability to support and involve them in programming
Good communication skills
Valid driver’s license.
Benefits
Option to join the Pension Plan (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan HOOPP).
Professional development opportunities including access to educational websites and opportunity to attend trainings.
Paid 4% Vacation as well as paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.
Paid sick leave accrued monthly up at 1 day per month (subject to maximum accruals per the collective agreement).
Additional paid days off: Wellness Days (3 total per fiscal year) and Community Service and Cultural Days (3 total per fiscal year).
Flexibility within the 35 hour workweek to meet the needs of the client and yourself.
Ability to join, contribute, and learn from a multitude of committees that support your progressive attitude including neurodiversity, inclusion, ethics, family engagement, wellness, truth and reconciliation.