Behavioural Therapist (TFT 1.0 FTE)

The Royal; Brockville; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health care center is seeking a Behavioural Therapist to join their Secure Treatment Unit. The role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to support clients with mental illness. Candidates should have a relevant diploma and experience in behaviour analysis. The position offers competitive pay and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals with mental health challenges.

Qualifications

• Experience in developmental disabilities and mental illness.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience in group/individual counselling.

Responsibilities

• Complete behavioural assessments and plan treatment strategies.
• Develop and implement positive behaviour support plans.
• Coordinate service delivery and assist in training sessions.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour Analysis

Teamwork

Education

Post graduate diploma in Behaviour Analysis

Behavioural Science Technology

Job description

Position Information

Posting Number: BMHC25-063E Title: Behavioural Therapist (TFT 1.0 FTE) Position Status: Temporary Full-time Contract End Date: 02/28/2027 FTE: 1.0 Job Schedule: Days Department: Secure Treatment Unit - BMHC Union: OPSEU Local 439 Site: Brockville Mental Health Centre Number of Vacancies: 1

About The Royal

As one of Canada’s foremost mental health care and academic health science centres, The Royal has a clear purpose: to get more people living with mental illness into recovery faster. This is at the core of everything we do and it is driven by the passion, focus and dedication of our employees. Every day, the work that we do transforms the lives of people with mental illness through specialized mental healthcare, advocacy, research and education.



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; and the STU has been designated a Schedule 1 facility under the Mental Health Act by the Minister of Health and Long Term Care.



Duties

Complete behavioural assessments and plan treatment strategies in conjunction with team members, and under the supervision of a registered psychologist (for example: ABA programming).

Develop and implement positive behaviour support plans for referred individual clients.

Monitor management of positive behaviour support plans and collect data to document clients’ progress.

Coordinate and monitor service delivery and assist in the development and delivery of training sessions on behaviour modification for clients, staff and community partners.

Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team.

Provide Education to community partners about behaviour management and principles of behaviour modification.

Attend clinical and program meetings as required.

Enter workload measurement data according to hospital policies.

Willingness to work variable hours, evenings and weekends.

Work in a manner that is in compliance with staff and patient/client safety practices, policies and procedures of The Royal.

Ensure a work environment that is conducive to The Royal’s Anti-Racism, Harassment & Discrimination Free policy.

Qualifications

Other duties as required.

Post graduate diploma or degree from a recognized college or university such as a diploma in Behaviour Analysis or a related field. i.e. Behavioural Science Technology (3 years advanced), or a related undergraduate degree with emphasis on applied behavior analysis.

Demonstrated experience and sound knowledge in the field of developmental disabilities, mental illness and behavioural analysis.

Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a professional multi-disciplinary team environment.

Previous experience in a Forensic setting is considered an asset.

Experience in facilitation of group/individual counselling and experience in staff training/education is considered an asset.

Knowledge of consultation model.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

English level A- in oral expression, oral comprehension, reading and writing is mandatory. Bilingual (French/English) level A- is considered an asset.



Living and working in Brockville | The RoyalFor information on the programs at the Forensic Treatment and the Secure Treatment Unit at the Brockville Mental Health Centre can be found at this link: https://www.theroyal.ca/patient-care-information/clinics-s



Salary Range: $36.84 to $50.24 per hour

Additional Information

• All applicants must provide a recent resume that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications.
• Please apply by clicking on the Apply button below.
• The Royal sincerely thanks all applicants for their interest in a career with us; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
• All new hires will be required to obtain a clear and valid Criminal Record or Vulnerable Sector Records Check as a pre-condition of employment.
• The Royal is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.