Behaviour-Support-Associate-Specialized-Services

Community Living Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A community support agency in Toronto is seeking Behaviour Support Associates for full and part-time positions. The role involves assisting individuals with daily living while working in a team to implement behavioural support plans. Ideal candidates will have post-secondary education in Social Services, experience in applied behaviour analysis, and a commitment to promoting community inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in support roles with complex needs.
• Completion of internal legislated and mandated training.
• Driver's license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals in daily living activities.
• Develop and implement life plans in collaboration with the team.
• Provide case management and emotional support.
• Maintain documentation and monitor personal outcomes.
• Guide part-time staff and provide feedback on programs.

Skills

Applied Behaviour Analysis

Crisis response

Personal and physical care

Emotional support

Education

Post-secondary education in Social Services or Developmental Services

Behavioural Science Technology degree or diploma

Job description

Overview

FULL & PART TIME BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT ASSOCIATE POSITIONS AVAILABLE Community Living Toronto, one of the largest agencies of its kind in North America, is a dynamic innovative organization committed to a vision of promoting a welcoming community. As a leader in the field, Community Living Toronto offers supports to over 6,000 individuals within an intellectual disability as well as support to their families, including residential and day support, assistance with employment, community support, early childhood services and respite.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education with a focus on Social Services or Developmental Services.
• Preference is given to graduates of a Behavioural Science Technology degree or diploma program.
• At least one year experience is required using Applied Behaviour Analysis to support individuals with complex needs in a residential environment.
• Successful completion of internal legislated and mandated training is required including Safe Management Group (SMG).
• Driver's license is an asset.

Job Summary

Supporting individuals in all aspects of daily living while working as a part of an inter-professional team including an ABA lead and Behavioural Services Consultant to directly implement all aspects of the behavioural intervention/support plan. A strong emphasis is placed on building capacity to function in the community.

Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of a program supervisor, this position is responsible for:
• In collaboration with the ABA lead, develop written programs that aid in the acquisition of life skills. Identifying program needs of individuals supported, participating in the development and implementation of life plans, assisting in monitoring achievement of personal outcomes.
• Providing case management to individuals on caseload, providing appropriate personal and physical care including medication administration, crisis response, advocating on behalf of individuals supported and liaising with family, medical and other professions and other service providers to address needs.
• Provide emotional support to individuals supported on a one-on-one or group basis and referring to professions when necessary.
• Maintaining documentation (including various types of behavioural data and skill acquisition data), monitoring finances and ensuring an appropriate standard of living.
• Providing direction to part-time staff as required. Provide feedback to ABA lead regarding specific areas of program implementation.

Hours of Work

Full & Part-Time a 24/7 Operation (Shifts include weekdays, afternoons, overnights and every weekend).

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We thank everyone for their interest in Community Living Toronto, however only applicants with the necessary qualifications, experience and education will be contacted for an interview.