Mobile Behavioral Support Specialist for Seniors

LOFT Community Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 EAP

Online learning

Extra vacation

Personal & sick days

PD budget

Gym membership

Perkopolis discounts

DEI trainings

Job summary

LOFT Community Services is seeking a Behavioural Support Specialist to join the Mobile Support Teams in Toronto. You will provide direct care and education to seniors with dementia, mental health or related conditions, delivering tailored Behavioural Support Plans in home and community settings.

The role focuses on crisis intervention, care coordination and staff training, within a collaborative team. A degree in a health field plus an Advanced Diploma in Behavioural Science Technology is

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Psychology.
• Advanced Diploma in Behavioural Science Technology.
• Minimum three years related experience with vulnerable seniors and responsive behaviours.
• Experience delivering behavioural management interventions for the specified population.
• Extensive experience in training colleagues and stakeholders on strategies and interventions for responsive behaviours.
• Knowledge of current and developing behaviour support models and ability to implement key components into practice.
• Training/knowledge of PIECES, U-First!, Recovery/Psychosocial rehabilitation approaches.
• Understanding of recovery and psychosocial rehabilitation principles.
• Knowledge of dementia, delirium, mental health issues and their effects on seniors, families and caregivers.
• Knowledge of community resources and supports.
• Understanding of LOFT and the Behavioural Supports Ontario project principles.
• Valid driver's license and access to own vehicle; LOFT Personal Vehicle Usage Policy.
• Crisis intervention skills and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Good oral and written communication skills; MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical assessment and treatment recommendations through a comprehensive behavioural approach.
• Design, implement and monitor skill promotion and behaviour intervention programs in clients' homes and community settings.
• Provide crisis intervention, risk management and urgent care planning for referred individuals and caregivers.
• Assist in developing and implementing Behavioural Support Plans to improve quality of life and reduce escalating behaviours.
• Review and approve all Behavioural Support Plans for ethical adherence.
• Liaise with families, caregivers and multi-disciplinary providers to coordinate care.
• Provide ongoing training and consultation to staff, families and caregivers.
• Stay updated on current behavioural support models and disseminate knowledge to teams.
• Develop respectful relationships with clients based on Recovery and Psychosocial Rehabilitation principles.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow LOFT policies and procedures.
• Participate in team meetings, client conferences and multi-disciplinary discussions.
• Engage in required training and supervision with the Director of Behavioural Support Services.
• Coordinate with professionals and community partners to optimise client care.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Vulnerable seniors support

Behavioural support knowledge

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Driver's license

MS Word & Excel

Education

Undergraduate degree in Nursing, Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Psychology

Advanced Diploma in Behavioural Science Technology

Job description

LOFT Community Services is seeking a Behavioural Support Specialist to join the Mobile Support Teams in Toronto. You will provide direct care and education to seniors with dementia, mental health or related conditions, delivering tailored Behavioural Support Plans in home and community settings.

The role focuses on crisis intervention, care coordination and staff training, within a collaborative team. A degree in a health field plus an Advanced Diploma in Behavioural Science Technology is