Community Behavioral Support Specialist

Bayshore HealthCare; Guelph; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayshore HealthCare is seeking a Behavioural Support Worker to provide direct care to individuals with complex needs in our community programs. You will implement behavioral interventions, support activities of daily living, and assist with transitions across health sectors within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating with care teams, and ensuring safety. Prior experience with dementia and crisis de-escalation is valued; continuity of care is a

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in behaviour sciences, mental health/addictions, psychology, and related areas.
• Experience with behaviour assessments and interventions in care settings.
• Knowledge of psychogeriatric assessment tools and related assessments.

Responsibilities

• Implement behavioral and rehabilitation interventions for community patients.
• Teach ADLs and apply OT, PT, and SLP strategies as per patient needs.
• Provide routine care and accompany patients to appointments and outings.
• Report significant clinical findings to the Social Worker and MCP- Allied.
• Document in the electronic health record and adjust care plans as needed.
• Collaborate with other healthcare specialists and support organizations.

Skills

Independent work

Clinical reasoning

Interpersonal skills

Communication

MS Office

Education

Behaviour sciences/mental health education

First-Aid + CPR-C

2 years experience with behaviour assessments

Experience with dementia/cognitive issues

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Bayshore HealthCare is seeking a Behavioural Support Worker to provide direct care to individuals with complex needs in our community programs. You will implement behavioral interventions, support activities of daily living, and assist with transitions across health sectors within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating with care teams, and ensuring safety. Prior experience with dementia and crisis de-escalation is valued; continuity of care is a