Program Development Consultant

Saskatchewan Ltd.; Saskatoon; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Ltd. in Saskatoon is seeking a Program Development Consultant to lead behavioural assessments and the development, implementation and evaluation of behavioural programming.

You will provide consultation, education and training to government, community-based organisations, service providers and families, reconciling diverse views with an ethical, client-centred approach. A bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field and several years' experience are required; a driver's license

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education Psychology, Social Work or related degree in the Human Service Field.
• Several years of post-academic experience in development and delivery of therapeutic, educative, rehabilitative, behavioural or clinical services.
• Experience working in a therapeutic capacity with people with intellectual disabilities.
• A valid driver's license is required for travel.

Responsibilities

• Carry out behavioural assessments as part of Clinical Prevention Services Unit.
• Develop, implement and evaluate behavioural programming and interventions.
• Provide consultation, education and training to government, community organisations, service providers and families.
• Reconcile divergent views with ethical, client-centred approaches to address complex behaviours.

Skills

Behavioural assessments

Behavioural programming

Education & training

Consultation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology / Education Psychology / Social Work or related Human Services field

Job description

The Opportunity:

Permanent Full-Time - To start as soon as possible

Disability Programs, Service Delivery is seeking a highly motivated and task-oriented individual to fill the position of Program Development Consultant in Saskatoon.

As part of the Clinical Prevention Services Unit, you will be responsible for behavioural assessments; development, implementation and evaluation of behavioural programming; as well as providing consultation, education and training to government, community-based organisations, service providers and families. You will have the ability to provide proactive solutions to address complex and challenging behaviours to enhance the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities. You will be required to reconcile divergent views and interests and work towards mutually acceptable solutions with a strong ethical and client-centred approach. This position may be exposed to the risk of violent situations.

The knowledge and skills for this position will have been gained and demonstrated through a bachelor's degree in Psychology, Education Psychology, Social Work or a related degree in the Human Service Field. Several years of post-academic experience in the development and/or delivery of therapeutic, educative, rehabilitative, behavioural or clinical services, as well as experience working in a therapeutic capacity with people with intellectual disabilities, would be considered an asset. A valid driver's license is required as travel will be necessary.

Candidates must clearly indicate in their application, resume, and cover letter how they have acquired the skills and abilities required for this position. Applicants will be screened based on the information provided.