[26-050] Manager of Behaviour Intervention Services - Temporary

Sourcesbc; Prince George; On-site; CAD 39,221 - 55,860; Part time

Job summary

Sources is seeking a Temporary Manager of Behaviour Intervention Services to lead the Behaviour Support Program and Independent Living Skills initiatives in Prince George. The role requires leadership, collaboration with a BCBA, and supervision of Youth Care Workers; a Class 5 license is preferred.

Parental leave coverage with 15–30 hours/week. The position reports to the Director of Sources North and focuses on delivering high‑quality, data‑driven services in community and home settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s level post‑secondary education (preferably in social sciences).
• At least 1 year of management experience. Mandatory
• Criminal Records check required. Mandatory
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License. Mandatory
• Proficient communication in English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Oversees specific aspects of the Behaviour Support Program and Independent Living Skills Program in collaboration with the Director of Sources North.
• Supports staff who provide direct one‑to‑one assistance to youth in their homes and communities.
• Helps youth develop independent living skills and supports their transition into adulthood.
• Works as part of an interdisciplinary team alongside a Behaviour Consultant and BCBA (Board‑Certified Behaviour Analyst).
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills in a team‑based environment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

[26-050] Manager of Behaviour Intervention Services - Temporary

Position: Manager of Behaviour Intervention Services

Location: Prince George

Hours: 15 to 30 hours/week Temporary - PARENTAL LEAVE COVERAGE (Until September 6th, 2027)

Salary: $34.51 to start

Start Date: ASAP

We are looking for a Temporary Manager to join our Behaviour Support Program and Independent Living Skills program! Ideally, this individual must be a team player, have leadership qualities and a Class 5 Drivers License.

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.

Sources Independent Living Skills Program & BASIC Program

The Programs provides youth in Prince George life skills, transition support and navigation. The Services are based on the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis. The Programs are designed to cover a wide range of services to assist individuals with strengthening and further developing identified areas within independent life skills, life transitions, and navigating through areas of life, their community, social situations a youth may require assistance with. The Youth Care Worker and Behaviour Interventionist staff provide one‑to‑one intervention. This service is provided by qualified and highly trained Youth Care Workers and Behaviour Interventionists directly supervised by Board Certified Behaviour Analysts. The focus person will work with a Youth Care Worker or Behaviour Interventionist who is specifically trained to implement an individualized intervention plan to teach new communication skills, functional skills, life skills, or address any skill deficits that the focus person may have. The Youth Care Worker or Behaviour Interventionist will also be responsible for taking data to monitor and ensure effective skill development. These one‑to‑one services can take place in our Centre, in the community or in the focus person’s home. One on one intervention provided through the Life Skills program and the BASIC Program is evidence based best practice in the field of Applied Behaviour Analysis.

Description of Position

Reporting to: Director of Sources North

General Responsibilities

• Oversees specific aspects of the Behaviour Support Program and Independent Living Skills Program in collaboration with the Director of Sources North.
• Supports staff who provide direct one‑to‑one assistance to youth in their homes and communities.
• Helps youth develop independent living skills and supports their transition into adulthood.
• Works as part of an interdisciplinary team alongside a Behaviour Consultant and Board‑Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA).
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills in a team‑based environment.

Program-specific Responsibilities

• Planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating the overall quality of service delivery of the program.
• Providing orientation, training, work direction, and guidance to Youth Care Workers and Behaviour Interventionists both during onboarding and throughout.
• Engage in performance management and coaching.
• Ensuring that clients’ physical, emotional, social, educational, and medical needs are being met and directly assists clients in enhancing quality of life and personal life goals.
• Ensure that all OH&S, Policy and Procedures, Accreditation regulations, and all other relevant governing obligations are being adhered to by the program and staff team.
• Reporting on program outcomes annually and actively participating in and leading in progressive quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitoring and adhering to the financial budget within the program.
• Oversee the continual improvement of staff through ongoing professional development and education.
• Maintaining a safe work environment for both staff and service users alike, including following and monitoring all positive behavior support strategies as they apply to clients in service. This includes being confident and familiar with Non‑Violent Crisis Intervention material to guide and teach staff effectively in adhering to concepts taught.
• Liaise and maintain professional relationships with parents, clients, community partners, and various other program stakeholders.
• Keep organized, detailed, and confidential records on a database system using clear, professional, and objective language.

Physical Demands of Job

• Lifting/Pulling/Pushing - 25%, Walking/Moving Around - 25%, Sitting - 25%, Time Spent Outside - 25%

Qualifications

• A minimum bachelor’s level of post‑secondary education (preferably in social sciences). Mandatory
• At least 1 year of management experience required. Mandatory
• Minimum of 1 year of working experience with neurodivergent children would be an asset.
• Ability to work independently.
• Confidence and competence with being in a leadership role, including directing others and holding others accountable regarding performance and professional conduct.
• High competence levels in clear and concise verbal and written communication, including an excellent skill set in writing and editing reports as well as general communications to various stakeholders including families, funders, and community partners.
• High proficiency level in using Microsoft Office applications and technology applications in general.
• Willingness to gain Applied Behaviour Analysis knowledge and education is required.
• Effectively communicate professionally, verbally, and written in English.
• Non‑violent Crisis Intervention Training would be an asset.
• Criminal Records check through the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General Criminal Records Review Program. Mandatory
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License and driver's abstract. Mandatory