Registered Behaviour Analyst

As a Registered Behaviour Analyst at FIREFLY, you will play an important role in supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families.

Reporting to the Clinical Manager you will:

• Develop, monitor, evaluate, review and modify ABA programs for children with ASD based on initial and ongoing assessments
• Provide behaviour analytic services and clinical oversight to Positive Behaviour Interventionists
• Support quality assurance through staff training, evaluation, and contributions to program development
• Maintain documentation in accordance with Behaviour Analyst Certification Board guidelines and FIREFLY policies and procedures
• Analyze and synthesize data to support assessment, programming, and intervention planning
• Advocate on behalf of client for service, equipment, and funding
• Work collaboratively with FIREFLY staff and community agencies
• Act as a resource for FIREFLY staff and community agencies

This position requires travel between service delivery sites in urban and rural settings across Northwestern Ontario.

• Masters Degree in Behaviour Analysis or Psychology is required
• Registration as a Registered Behaviour Analyst authorizing autonomous practice with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario is required
• Certification with the Behaviour Analysts Certification Board or registration 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 intervention for children and youth with ASD is required
• Experience working with children and youth with developmental concerns and/or ASD, and their families, is required

• Advanced knowledge of autism, developmental disabilities, and clinical assessment tools are required
• Strong ability to assess needs, develop programming, monitor progress, and adjust interventions as needed
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with children, youth, families, staff, and community partners.
• Ability to support and involve parents and caregivers in programming in a respectful and meaningful way
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well as part of a diverse and collaborative team
• Ability to work creatively with clients individually and in group settings
• Strong documentation, report writing, data analysis, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to team and organization goals
• Ability to communicate effective
• Ability to speak French would be an asset

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Clear Criminal Reference check with Vulnerable Sector Screen is required upon hire
• Ability to manage a reasonable workload through effective prioritization and follow-up
• Commitment to role modelling FIREFLY's mission, vision, and values
• Commitment to teamwork while also working independently
• Ability to manage conflict, mediate, problem solve, and exercise sound professional judgment
• Commitment to delivering high-quality work that meets or exceeds agency expectations
• Commitment to promoting and following FIREFLY's health and safety practices

At FIREFLY, we believe in supporting our staff so they can support our communities.

You'll join a collaborative, purpose-driven team focused on making a difference for children, youth, and families across Northwestern Ontario.

include:

• Pension Plan (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan HOOPP).
• Professional development opportunities including access to educational websites and opportunity to attend trainings.
• Vacation entitlement starting at 4 weeks per year with a gradual increase after 3 years as well as paid time off between Christmas and New Year's.
• Paid sick leave accrued monthly up to a maximum of 30 days.
• Additional paid days off: Wellness Days (3 total per fiscal year) and Community Service and Cultural Days (3 total per fiscal year).
• Option to work towards a self-funded leave (i.e. 4 over 5).
• Flexibility within the 35 hour workweek to meet the needs of the client and yourself. Opportunity to bank overtime to be used as additional vacation.
• Excellent benefit plan with coverage including health, dental, vision, travel, life insurance and critical illness with 100% of the premiums paid by FIREFLY
• Short and long term disability coverage paid by employee.
• 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.
• A supportive team and great workplace culture.

Interested in this position?

We encourage you to apply.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled .

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Relocating for this position?

If you are relocating and have a spouse/partner relocating with you and you are interested in exploring what opportunities exist for them in the local area, please reach out to hr@fireflynw.ca .

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