Behavioural Interventonist

Fort McMurray Catholic School Division; Fort McMurray; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort McMurray Catholic School Division is seeking a Behavioural Interventionist for a term position to support middle and high school students with complex needs across multiple locations in Alberta. The ideal candidate holds a BCBA or is pursuing supervision and will operate under the direction of the Principal with oversight from Directors of Inclusive Education.

Responsibilities include data collection, observation, data-informed recommendations for student programming, crisis response, and

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Behavioural Analysis with BCBA designation or pursuing under supervision.
• Experience in behavioural data collection and analysis.
• Experience with AAC devices.
• Minimum of 2 years working with children with complex needs.
• Ability to handle physically, emotionally and mentally demanding situations.
• Be self-directed and work independently; effective time management.
• Able to lift up to 50lbs consistently.
• Able to swim and willing to participate in swim programming.
• Able to work in multiple school locations with access to own vehicle and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Work in specialized programs with a focus on data collection and analysis.
• Using BCBA practices, observe students and record behaviour.
• Review and analyze data to determine recommendations for student programming.
• Implement and model recommendations for teachers and educational assistants.
• Follow up to ensure programming is meeting student needs; modify if necessary.
• Respond to crisis situations and consult with admin team.
• Assist school teams in creating individualized student behaviour and crisis plans.
• Provide data and findings to Directors of Inclusive Education to assist in informing future planning and placements.

Skills

Data collection

AAC devices

Independent work

Driver's license

Lifting 50lbs

Swimming ability

Education

Master's in Behavioural Analysis

BCBA designation

Job description

Posting: Behavioural Interventonist

Location(s): Multiple Locations as required

Term: Term position until June 28, 2027

Start Date: ASAP

Closing Date: Open until filled

Fort McMurray Catholic School Division is seeking a Behavioural Interventionist to join our team on a term basis to support middle school and high school complexity grants. The ideal candidate will be a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. This job involves providing services to Gr 7 - Gr. 12 students within an inclusive educational environment under the direction of the school Principal and supervision of Directors of Inclusive Education.

Requirements and Competencies:

• Masters Degree in Behavioural Analysis with Board Certified Behaviour Analyst designation, or working towards and under the direct supervision of a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst

• Proven experience in behavioural data collection and analysis

• Experience with Augmentative and Alternative Communication Devices (AAC)

• A minimum of 2 years of experience working with children with complex needs and behaviours

• Ability to handle physical, emotional and mentally demanding situations

• Be self-directed and work independently; effective time management

• Able to lift up to 50lbs consistently

• Able to swim and willing to participate in swim programming

• Able to work in multiple school locations with access to own vehicle and valid driver’s license

Responsibilities:

• Work in specialized programs with a focus on data collection and analysis

• Using BCBA practices, observe students and record behaviour

• Review and analyze data to determine recommendations for student programming

• Implement and model recommendations for teachers and educational assistants

• Follow up to ensure programming is meeting student needs; modify if necessary

• Respond to crisis situations and consult with admin team

• Assist school teams in creating individualized student behaviour and crisis plans

• Provide data and findings to Directors of Inclusive Education to assist in informing future planning and placements

The successful candidate will be required to provide a Criminal Reference Check and a Vulnerable Sector Check. FMCSD will contact past and present employers for references. All FMCSD employees are expected to be computer literate; this includes fluency with e-mail, Internet and MS Office.

Only these applications submitted and received by 4:00pm on the closing date will be considered for this position. We thank all applicants for their interest.