Behavioural Therapist (TFT 1.0 FTE)

The Royal Mental Health Centre; Brockville; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to join their multi-disciplinary team in a secure treatment environment. This role involves conducting behavioural assessments, developing tailored treatment strategies, and collaborating with community partners to enhance client care. The ideal candidate will possess a postgraduate diploma in Behaviour Analysis and have experience in mental health or developmental disabilities. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to providing exceptional care and support for individuals with mental illness, while promoting a safe and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate diploma or degree in Behaviour Analysis or related field required.
• Experience in developmental disabilities and mental illness is essential.

Responsibilities

• Complete behavioural assessments and plan treatment strategies.
• Develop and implement positive behaviour support plans for clients.

Skills

Behaviour Analysis

Behaviour Modification

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Data Collection

Education

Postgraduate diploma in Behaviour Analysis

Degree in Behavioural Science Technology

Job description

The Ministry of the Solicitor General facility includes a 100-bed Secure Treatment Unit (STU) to service the needs of incarcerated offenders with mental illness. The STU has been designated a Schedule 1 facility under the Mental Health Act by the Minister of Health and Long Term Care.

Duties:

1. Complete behavioural assessments and plan treatment strategies in conjunction with team members, under the supervision of a registered psychologist (e.g., ABA programming).
2. Develop and implement positive behaviour support plans for referred individual clients.
3. Monitor management of positive behaviour support plans and collect data to document clients’ progress.
4. Coordinate and monitor service delivery; assist in the development and delivery of training sessions on behaviour modification for clients, staff, and community partners.
5. Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team.
6. Provide education to community partners about behaviour management and principles of behaviour modification.
7. Attend clinical and program meetings as required.
8. Enter workload measurement data according to hospital policies.
9. Willingness to work variable hours, including evenings and weekends.
10. Work in a manner that complies with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies, and procedures of The Royal.
11. Ensure a work environment aligned with The Royal’s Anti-Racism, Harassment & Discrimination-Free policy.
12. Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

1. Postgraduate diploma or degree from a recognized college or university, such as a diploma in Behaviour Analysis or a related field (e.g., Behavioural Science Technology - 3 years advanced, or a related undergraduate degree with emphasis on applied behaviour analysis).
2. Demonstrated experience and sound knowledge in the field of developmental disabilities, mental illness, and behavioural analysis.
3. Ability to work independently and in a professional multi-disciplinary team environment.
4. Previous experience in a forensic setting is considered an asset.
5. Experience in facilitation of group/individual counselling and staff training/education is considered an asset.
6. Knowledge of consultation models.
7. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
8. English proficiency at level A- in oral expression, comprehension, reading, and writing is mandatory. Bilingual (French/English) level A- is considered an asset.

For information on the programs at the Forensic Treatment and the Secure Treatment Unit at the Brockville Mental Health Centre, visit: https://www.theroyal.ca/patient-care-information/clinics-s