Behaviour Interventionist

**Behaviour Interventionist, Port Coquitlam**

Monarch House is a child development centre providing seamless services to families impacted with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related developmental delays.

If you are passionate about helping children and youth communicate to the best of their ability and enhancing their relationships while maximizing their quality of life, this is your chance to work with an interdisciplinary team to reach your goals.

The health and safety of our staff is our #1 priority. As you care for others, Monarch House will care for you. Monarch House has safety measures in place to keep you, your family, and your clients safe. Our approach to virtual care incorporates the use of advanced, secure virtual technology, and a full-service client concierge, to deliver effective treatment where you can connect directly with your clients to assist in their care as well as facilitate consultations.

As a **_Behaviour Interventionist (BI)/Behaviour Therapist (BT)_** at Monarch House your primary responsibility is implementing Applied Behaviour Analysis interventions for children and youth with autism spectrum disorder or other learning and development delays and/or maladaptive behaviour. Your role is to execute intervention plans developed and supervised by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst® BCBA) to clients in care of Monarch House. You will work within an interdisciplinary team to support skill acquisition and/or decrease maladaptive behaviors while providing an engaging and positive client experience in a fast paced and frequently changing environment.

**Take an inside look at what you will do each day**:

- Responsible for implementing treatment plans based on best practices.
- Uses systematic methods and behavioural strategies to support client in changing their behaviour
- Contributes to the development of ABA programs established by the BCBA to teach and reinforce a variety of skills for children and youth in a 1:1 and/or small group setting
- Assists in conducting baseline measurements and other indirect measures as instructed by the Lead Therapist/BCaBA/BCBA
- Understand the functions of behavior and responds appropriately and safely when situations arise
- Adhere to all ABA training, procedures, and protocols
- Ability to adapt to changing conditions and/or routine and provide creative solutions
- Responsible for creating a positive and engaging environment for the client
- Support clients with personal care tasks such as dressing, toileting, and eating
- Responsible for maintaining the well-being and safety

**Here is what you will need to be successful**
- Completed degree in ABA or a related field or pursuing education in Behaviour Analysis (programs that meet Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA)® or BCaBA® certification requirements)
- Education and demonstrated ability in ethical and professional practice
- Current Standard CPR and First Aid Certificate
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 6 months
- Ability to travel within the community
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Experience working with children and youth with complex needs and/or developmental disabilities will be considered an asset
- Enrollment in or degree from a post-secondary program of Psychology, Educational Psychology, Special Education or another related field is an asset
- Autism Spectrum Disorder specific coursework, training or workshops an asset
- Experience working with clients who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder or other developmental disabilities

**What Monarch House can offer to you**

We are proud of our friendly environment, supportive leadership and the knowledgeable team members who make it all possible. That is why we do everything we can to show our appreciation. Our training, mentoring and education programs will provide you with opportunities for continued learning - and support and guidance whenever you need it.
- Competitive compensation
- Extended health benefits package fully covered by Monarch House, if eligible
- Achieve work-life balance working in a city you love at any one of our 6 Canadian locations as well as virtual care options
- Exceptional thought leadership and mentorship
- Be part of a growing, diverse company
- Work in a supportive team environment, where you can grow professionally for continuous learning and skills development
- Autonomy to explore and reach your career goals including the opportunity to progress to management

As you care for others, Monarch House will care for you by providing the Personal Protective Equipment (E.g., gloves, masks, eye protection), training and resources that you need to feel confident every day.

We are committed to making a difference in people’s lives - and that starts with yours. You will enjoy a flexible schedule that allows you to achieve your goals at work and at home, with a balance of teamwork and independenc