Behaviour Support Worker

2 months ago

Penetanguishene, Canada Bayshore HealthCare Full time

Bayshore Integrated Care Solutions is proud to offer community-minded, progressive brain injury rehabilitation that produces lasting results. We strive to empower individuals with the tools, guidance, and opportunities to enhance their overall quality of life. With a team of diverse and seasoned healthcare professionals, we customize treatment programs in a variety of environments: 24-hour residential treatment, supported living, community programs, and therapeutic day programs._

**Position Summary**
- We are currently seeking a qualified Behaviour Support Worker in the Penetanguishene area, to work under the direction of a Behaviour Therapist and work closely with our Clinical Director/Psychologist as part of a team supporting clients who are experiencing behavioural and psychological symptoms resulting from cognitive impairment, dementia and/or acquired brain injury (ABI).The Behaviour Support Worker along with clinical leaders will complete client observations and assessments, collaborate on developing appropriate interventions, model strategies and assist with transitions across sectors.**Duties & Responsibilities**
- Provide transitional care support e.g. from hospital to a transitional care unit (TCU), supportive living residence, or home.
- Model appropriate behavior, provide positive reinforcement and corrective feedback.
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). This includes bathing, transfers, toileting, and physical assistance; as well as assisting with participation in physical, vocational, and recreational activities. Light housekeeping as needed.
- Assist with connection to community supports for specific populations as required (e.g. diabetes care, recreational programs, addictions support, housing and food insecurity, etc.)
- Assist with and implement behavioural and rehabilitation interventions and plans as prescribed by the multidisciplinary team, to ensure quality supports.
- Collect data on client behaviour through direct observation, interviews with client’s circle of care, and other standardized assessments.
- Assist with administration of medication programs.
- Complete documentation/reports following company and provincial guidelines.
- Report significant clinical findings to the Clinical Director as appropriate.
- Participate in team meetings as required.
- Provide educational support to staff and caregivers regarding behavioural care plans.
- Participate in team and/or organization-wide committees as requested.
- Participate in the evaluation of risks associated with maladaptive behaviours upon client intakes and contribute to plans to mitigate the identified risks.
- Maintain confidentiality of client and corporate information and discuss same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel.
- Ensure the protection of client rights; carry-out an advocacy role.
- Remain current on clinical best-practices and evidence-based interventions.
- Participate in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities.
- Adhere to Bayshore Policies and Procedures.
- Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System.
- Participate in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties; responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.
- Complete other tasks as requested

Job Qualification

**Education / Licenses / Certification**
- Post-secondary education in behaviour sciences, mental health/addictions, psychology, and/or related areas.
- Standard First-Aid + CPR-C.
- Minimum G2 driver’s license

**Experience**
- Minimum 2 years assisting with behaviour assessments and collaborating on behaviour interventions.
- Experience working with individuals with various types of dementia, delirium, cognitive issues, and complex behavioural challenges.
- Knowledge of psychogeriatric assessment tools and behavioural, cognitive, psychosocial, and environmental assessments relating to responsive behaviours.
- Demonstrated experience working with dual diagnosis is considered an asset.
- Personal Support Worker (PSW) experience is considered an asset.
- Transitional care support experience is considered an asset.

**Skills and Abilities**
- Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others.
- Excellent clinical-reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills.
- Creativity, flexibility, positive attitude.
- Ability to work well under pressure.
- Comfort with addressing issues such as verbal aggression, physical and environmental aggression, elopement, socially and sexually inappropriate behaviours.
- Strong communication skills (oral and written).
- Technological proficiency: use of MS Office (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
- Availability to work on a casual basis with flexibility for weekend, day, or evenings shifts.
Please note, hours are not guaranteed and will f

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