Behaviour Support Worker - Temporary full-time

St. Clement's School; Midhurst; On-site; CAD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

St. Clement's School is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to provide direct student support using applied behaviour analysis within both school and community settings.

The role emphasizes implementing ABA-based programs, assessing needs, and coordinating with school teams to support students with complex behavioural needs. Some travel within the board is required, with appropriate mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year college diploma or university degree in a relevant field such as Behaviour Science, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Child Studies, Education, Psychology, Social Work or Sociology.
• Two years of related experience with children/youth with high special education needs, especially Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Preferred post-graduate program in Autism and Behavioural Sciences or degrees in Behavioural Science Technology; BCaBA qualifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct student support using applied behaviour analysis principles.
• Participate in planning sessions and implement program plans.
• Support the completion of functional behavioural assessments (FBA) and monitor progress.
• Implement behaviour management systems such as BMS and CPI-NVCI.
• Provide modelling and coaching to school teams and ABA program delivery.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization skills

Coordination skills

Communication skills

Behavioural support

ABA programs

Education

2-year college diploma or university degree in Behaviour Science

BCaBA qualifications (preferred)

Tools

Data recording software

Job description

BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT WORKER

Temporary - tentative end date June 2027
There is no guarantee of the duration of the temporary assignment

The Simcoe County District School Board is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Behaviour Support Worker. Reporting to the Principals of Special Educationand Senior Psychologist/Manager of Clinical Services, the successful candidate will provide direct student support through the application of the principals of applied behaviour analysis and related services to students in school and community settings. The role includes directly supporting students displaying complex behavioural needs (including the ability to implement trained behaviour management systems such as BMS and/or CPI- NVCI), participation in planning sessions, implementing program plans, supporting the completion of functional behavioural assessments (FBA), monitoring progress and changing objectives as needed.

LOCATION Special Education Services, Itinerant

PRINCIPAL/MANAGER NAME

Megan Francis

Tyson Maxwell

Dr. Bronwen Davis

F.T.E. /SCHEDULE / HOURS

1.0 FTE Temporary

Daily - 7 hours per day.

This position will be paid an additional $2442.10 in compensation per year (prorated based on assignment length). This position will include regular contact with the Principal(s) of Special Education and the Registered Behaviour Analysts.

Salary Range: $29.19 - $33.97 per hourin accordance with the OPSEU Collective Agreement

Start Date: ASAP

Qualifications:

Required

• Minimum two year college diploma in Child and Youth Worker, Development Service Worker, Educational Assistant or Social Service Worker OR a University degree in Behaviour Science in particular those who have a specialty in Autism Spectrum Disorders, Child Studies, Education, Psychology, Social Work or Sociology;

• Two (2) years related experience working with children and youth who have high special education needs, in particular those who have an Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Preferred:

• Completion of a one (1) year post-graduate program in Autism and Behavioural Sciences; or

• Completion of a three (3) year program in Behavioural Science Technology; or

• Previous Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst (BCaBA) qualifications.

Pertinent Skills and Experience:

• Excellent interpersonal, organization, and coordinating skills;
• Good oral and written communication skills;
• Experience directly supporting students with complex behavioural needs and implementing necessary behaviour management systems (i.e., BMS, CPI-NVCI);
• Provide modelling and coaching for school teams and implement ABA programs as designed by Behaviour Analyst;
• Ability to work as a member of a multidisciplinary team with field and school staff, colleagues, teachers, service professionals, to support students;

• Ability to use software tools to record and display behaviour data;

• Ability to deliver professional development using a variety of media;

• Support the completion of functional behaviour assessments, under the supervision of Behaviour Analysts;

• Reliable transportation required;

• The nature of this position will require travel within the Board; mileage reimbursement at the Board approved rate.

TESTING MAY BE REQUIRED DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS

A COPY OF YOUR DIPLOMA / DEGREE MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR ATE PORTFOLIO.

University degree holders must also attach transcripts showing related courses.

** This position works the school year. Locations are subject to change to meet student needs. The duties, responsibilities and requirements for the position are not limited to the above but may include all of those in the Job Fact Sheet for Applied Behaviour Analysis Support Worker.

Participation in the OMERS Pension Plan is mandatory for all full-time permanent employees,

even if currently in receipt of an OMERS pension.

Guided by the principles of dignity, individualization and inclusion, the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) is committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment that supports all human rights and accessibility needs for students and staff. The SCDSB recognizes the duty to accommodate, short of undue hardship as per the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

We value and are committed to upholding the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and equitable hiring practices for all applicants to be successful. In support of our strategic priorities, we are seeking members who reflect diverse identities, lived experiences and perspectives, especially Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+, and women to assist the board in reflecting the community we serve. Our equitable hiring initiative is consistent with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) to ensure that our hiring practices remain equitable to candidates from groups protected under the Code.

Applicants are to provide permission to contact two professional references, including their current and most recent supervisor. New hires to the Simcoe County District School Board will be required to submit a Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) that is satisfactory to the Board prior to beginning employment. All new employees will be required to complete mandatory training modules with the Board prior to their first day of employment. All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position; however, only those who have been shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.