E25-175 Behaviour Support Associate

Job Description

Overview

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

Position

Behavior Support Associate

Region: Scarborough

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Please quote Job Posting # and attach an up-to-date cover letter and resume when applying. If required, accommodations for disabilities will be provided on request. By submitting your application, you confirm that the information included is accurate and true. Misrepresentation or omission of facts in connection with your application may be sufficient cause for dismissal.

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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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 experience using Applied Behaviour 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 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

• 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; 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; advocate on behalf of individuals and liaise with family, medical and other professionals and service providers to address needs.
• Provide emotional support to individuals 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 the ABA lead regarding specific areas of program implementation.