E25-180 Behaviour Support Associate

Community Living Toronto; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support organization in Toronto is seeking a Behaviour Support Associate to promote individual well-being by implementing behavioral support plans. You will work closely with a team of professionals and engage in developing life skills programs for individuals with intellectual disabilities. Ideal candidates will have a background in Social Services and experience in Applied Behavior Analysis. This full-time position offers meaningful work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience using Applied Behavior Analysis to support individuals with complex needs.
• Successful completion of internal training including Safe Management Group (SMG).
• Driver's license is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop written programs for life skills in collaboration with the ABA lead.
• Provide appropriate personal and physical care including medication administration.
• Maintain documentation and monitor financials.

Skills

Applied Behavior Analysis

Case management

Emotional support

Education

Post-secondary education in Social Services

Behavioural Science Technology degree/diploma

Job description

Overview

JOB OPPORTUNITY

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We thank everyone for their interest in Community Living Toronto; however only applicants with the necessary qualifications, experience and education will be contacted for an interview.

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Position

• Position: Behaviour Support Associate
• Region: Scarborough
• Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Organization

Community Living Toronto, one of the largest agencies of its kind in North America, is a dynamic innovative organization committed to a vision of promoting a welcoming community. As a leader in the field, Community Living Toronto offers supports to over 6,000 individuals with intellectual disabilities, as well as supports to their families, including residential and day supports, employment assistance, community support, early childhood services and respite.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education with a focus in the area of Social Services. Preference is given to graduates of a Behavioural Science Technology degree or diploma program.
• At least one year of experience using Applied Behavior Analysis to support individuals with complex needs in a residential environment.
• Successful completion of internal legislated and mandated training is required, including Safe Management Group (SMG).
• Driver's license is an asset.

Job Summary

Supporting individuals in all aspects of daily living while working as part of an inter-professional team, including an ABA lead and a Behavioral Services Consultant, to directly implement all aspects of the behavioural intervention/support plan. A strong emphasis is placed on building capacity to function in the community.

Responsibilities

• Under the general supervision of a program supervisor, develop written programs that aid in the acquisition of life skills in collaboration with the ABA lead.
• Identify program needs of individuals supported, participate in the development and implementation of life plans, and assist in monitoring achievement of personal outcomes.
• Provide case management to individuals on caseload, provide appropriate personal and physical care, including medication administration, crisis response, advocating on behalf of individuals supported, and liaising with family, medical and other professionals and service providers to address needs.
• Provide emotional support to individuals supported on a one-on-one or group basis and refer to professionals when necessary.
• Maintain documentation (including behavioural data and skill acquisition data), monitor finances, and ensure an appropriate standard of living.
• Provide direction to part-time staff as required.
• Provide feedback to ABA lead regarding specific areas of program implementation.

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