E25-66 Part-Time Behaviour Support Associate

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POSITION: Part-Time Behaviour Support Associate

REGION:

HOURS OF WORK: 22.5 hours per week

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 support to their families, including residential and day support, assistance with employment, community support, early childhood services, and respite.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 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.
2. At least one year experience is required using Applied Behaviour Analysis to support individuals with complex needs in a residential environment.
3. Successful completion of internal legislated and mandated training is required, including Safe Management Group (SMG).
4. Driver's license is an asset.

JOB SUMMARY:

1. Supporting individuals in all aspects of daily living while working as part of an inter-professional team, including an ABA lead and Behavioural 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:

1. Under the general supervision of a program supervisor, this position is responsible for:

1. In collaboration with the ABA lead, develop written programs that aid in the acquisition of life skills.
2. Identifying program needs of individuals supported, participating in the development and implementation of life plans, assisting in monitoring achievement of personal outcomes.
3. Providing case management to individuals on caseload, providing 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.
4. Provide emotional support to individuals supported on a one-on-one or group basis and referring to professionals when necessary.
5. Maintaining documentation (including various types of behavioural data and skill acquisition data), monitoring finances, and ensuring an appropriate standard of living.
6. Providing direction to part-time staff as required.
7. Provide feedback to ABA lead regarding specific areas of program implementation.

For inquiries, please contact careers@cltoronto.ca.