Responsive Behaviour Specialist

3 weeks ago

Brantford, Canada The Alzheimer Society of BHNHH Full time

The Alzheimer Society of Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton (ASBHNHH) is looking for a Responsive Behaviour Specialist (RBS). The successful applicant will provide behavioural management services to BSO high risk clients in retirement homes in the Brant and Haldimand Norfolk area. The RBS seeks to enhance the care of this population through direct assessment and care planning to individuals with an age-related cognitive impairment and responsive behaviours, as well as provide case-based education and support to service providers working with these clients and families.

Functions for the RBS include:

- Completing comprehensive behavioural assessments in collaboration with retirement homes and other involved formal and informal providers
- Developing intervention plans including accessing augmented resources where appropriate
- Facilitating referrals/transfers to other services, programs and hospitals (includes Schedule 1 facilities)
- Advocating on the patient’s and/or family’s behalf within the present health care environment
- Providing educational support and coaching to staff of retirement homes working with the assigned clients

The primary office location for this role is flexible between either Brantford or Simcoe with occasional travel throughout the region. Office hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm, but occasional evening work may be required. The salary range for this role is $46,400 to $69,600 based on 1820 hours annually.

**Specialized Knowledge and Skill Requirements**:

- Demonstrated and extensive knowledge and skill working with elderly individuals with various types of dementia, delirium, mental health, addictions, other neurological conditions and those who experience an acute behavioural change
- Demonstrated advanced best-practice skills in behavioural assessment, care planning, and the development of intervention strategies.
- Knowledge of current psychiatric and geriatric medications is considered an asset
- Knowledge of local Community Support Services, Primary Health Care and Mental Health services
- Knowledge of consent and capacity issues and legislation involving this population (e.g. role of Public Guardian and Trustee, SDM act, Health Care Consent Act, Mental Health Act)
- Knowledge of PIECES framework and templates is an asset

**Skills**:

- **Assessment**_
- Familiarity with standardized assessment tools (e.g. Folstein, Cornell, Cohen-Mansfield, MoCA)
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge related to the interpretation of cognitive diagnostic test results and their implications.
- Ability to perform comprehensive bio-psychosocial assessment and build rapport with clients
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills to ensure preventative and early detection methods are applied
- **Person-centered Care**_
- Delivers care which recognizes both the uniqueness of each person and an awareness of one’s own contribution to that relationship, including personal attitudes, values and actions.
- **Conflict Resolution and Problem-Solving Skills**_
- Demonstrated troubleshooting skills and ability to problem-solve
- Ability in conflict resolution
- **Education and Facilitation**_
- Demonstrated educational/presentation and facilitating skills is considered an asset
- Sound understanding of principles of adult education
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to act as a role model and teacher in client-centered care.
- Ability to act as a resource in facilitating crisis intervention.

**Other**
- Proven ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle, and willingness to travel is required (e.g. be mobile) and work in various settings/environments
- Strong computer knowledge and skills; familiarity with Microsoft Suite Applications
- Ability to work effectively with mínimal supervision and as a team member
- Clear criminal reference check for the vulnerable sector
- Evening and weekend work may be required
- Ability to speak a second language is an asset

**Educational and Experience Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s degree in a regulated health or social service discipline is required (e.g. Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, Occupational Therapy, etc.). Master’s preferred.
- A minimum of 3 years' experience working with older persons with complex mental health needs, physical needs and associated behavioural issues, including individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.

**Benefits and Working Conditions**:

- 35-hour work week
- Three weeks paid vacation to start (+ 2 additional float days)
- Paid sick time after three months
- Excellent Group Benefits package
- Competitive Group RRSP package
- Employee Assistance Program
- Collaborative and supportive team environment

**We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: $46,400.00-$69,600.00 per year

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