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role are consistent with the mission, vision, and values of Kings Regional Rehabilitation Centre (KRRC) and promote the empowerment of clients and respect for their autonomy as persons. *Responsibilities:*
- Provide consultation on a referral basis to in-Centre programs and as part of the Cambridge Community Outreach Group (CCOG) which serves the Western Region of Nova Scotia.
- Provide occasional coverage for KRRC’s other Behavioral Interventionist(s).
- Create individualized PBS plans and support the development of Individual Program Plans (IPPs).
- Lead the implementation of effective strategies to decrease clients’ behaviours of concern, increase their pro-social behaviours, and improve their quality of life, with the goal of also achieving a reduction in the risk of injury, the use of restrictive procedures, and the requirement for extra staffing.
- Contribute to the creation of individualized tools (e.g., visual schedules, ‘social stories’) required by clients.
- Promote the development of coping strategies and skills among clients, particularly in the case of individuals transitioning from facility-based living to community-based living.
- Provide information and education regarding PBS and related topics.
- Engage in the promotion, practice, and modelling of PBS strategies and approaches.
- Provide coaching to KRRC staff in the use of PBS and evidence-based support strategies.
- Demonstrate skill in the use of Non-violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) and Low Arousal approaches.
- Meet regularly with the Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) to review client progress and discuss issues/incidents that could impact the effective provision of behavioural supports.
- Participate in the on-going evaluation of PBS as it applies to individual clients, teams, and the organization.
- Participate in KRRC committees, as appropriate to role.
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Employee assistance program
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Paid time off Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday Application question(s):

- Do you have a graduate certificate in Behavioural Interventions? Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2024-07-09