Behaviour Technician - Centre for Behaviour Health Sciences

Mackenzie Health; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established health care provider is seeking a dedicated professional to deliver behavioral services and support to individuals with developmental disabilities. This role involves working closely with a Behaviour Consultant to design and implement effective behavior intervention programs while providing training to staff and community agencies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in applied behaviour analysis, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive environment. Join a team that values excellence, leadership, and empathy, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve in a dynamic health care setting.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Psychology with relevant experience.
• Current certification in First Aid and CPR required.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and treatment services for behavioral programs.
• Assist in training mediators on applied behaviour analysis principles.

Skills

Applied Behaviour Analysis

Communication Skills

Crisis Prevention Training

Computer Literacy

Empathy

Education

Undergraduate degree in Psychology

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Job Description

To provide assessment and treatment services including training and staff support in the delivery of behavioural services including assisting the Behaviour Consultant in designing and ensuring implementation, monitoring of skills promotion and behaviour intervention programs. Working within Standards of Practice as outlined by the Ontario Association for Behaviour Analysis. Assisting the Behaviour Consultant in developing and implementing training of mediators, individually or in a group setting on the principles and procedures of applied behaviour analysis and developing and implementing on-going education (workshops and seminars) to community agencies and parents.

What must you have?

• Undergraduate degree in Psychology and related experience or equivalent.
• Current certification in First Aid and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Candidate must have a valid Ontario driver’s license and a vehicle and be willing to travel throughout York Region and/or Simcoe County.

What else do you bring?

• Current clinical experience and knowledge of applied behaviour analysis as it applies to the areas of developmental disabilities and may also include other special issues (e.g., brain injury, dual diagnosis, and sexually inappropriate behaviour).
• Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Applied Behaviour Analytic terminology and concepts.
• Demonstrated computer literacy in a Windows environment utilizing Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Proven attendance record.
• Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
• Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
• Effectively uses empathy in interactions with others and demonstrates behaviours consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring.
• Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Mackenzie Health – Excellence, Leadership, and Empathy.
• Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.

Preferably, your profile also includes:

• Training and experience in crisis prevention is preferred.
• The ability to fluently speak French is an asset.

*You may be required to work at any site of Mackenzie Health, including satellite offices, off-site locations, or mobile units in York Region and/or Simcoe County.

Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration for an interview will be contacted.