Clinical Interventionist, Provincial Preschool Autism Services
7 days ago
We are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Interventionist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. As a key member of our interprofessional team, you will play a vital role in providing person and family-centred services to preschoolers across Nova Scotia who are suspected of or have a diagnosis of autism.
Job SummaryThe Clinical Interventionist will be responsible for facilitating a goal-setting process with families related to their identified needs for their child, providing assessment related to the goal(s), and developing, implementing, and coordinating the resulting intervention programs. You will work within a variety of intervention frameworks, including a 12-month intensive intervention model, a manualized caregiver-mediated program, and focused interventions guided by care pathways.
Responsibilities- Facilitate goal-setting process with families related to their identified needs for their child
- Provide assessment related to the goal(s)
- Develop, implement, and coordinate intervention programs
- Work within a variety of intervention frameworks, including a 12-month intensive intervention model, a manualized caregiver-mediated program, and focused interventions guided by care pathways
- Provide direct supervision to Program Implementers
- Collaborate with Clinical Leaders and an Autism Advanced Practice Leader to guide clinical practice
- Master's in Clinical Psychology, Master's in Speech Language Pathology, Master's in Occupational Therapy, or Board-certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA)
- Registration or eligible for registration with the appropriate professional body in Nova Scotia
- Valid minimal Class 5 Nova Scotia driver's license and reliable vehicle
- CPR certification within the last 12 months and certification in First Aid
- Two years recent experience working with children with autism (ages 0-6 years old) and their families
- Demonstrated knowledge of best practices in intervention for children with autism
- Demonstrated excellence in clinical care, ability to provide assessment and development, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of intervention plans to address parent goals
- Demonstrated ability to work within an interprofessional collaborative practice framework and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Demonstrated excellent presentation, facilitation, and communication skills, both verbal and written
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, ability to develop and maintain internal/external partnerships
- Demonstrated excellent time management, organization, and solution-focused skills
- Demonstrated excellence in supervision of intervention by other levels of healthcare provider
- Demonstrated understanding and commitment to family-centered care
- Committed to promoting a culture that supports safety, ethical practices, and organizational health
- Education, training, and/or experience in evidence-based autism interventions (e.g., Pivotal Response Treatment (PRT), Positive Behavior Support (PBS), Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)) an asset
- Demonstrated ability to participate in quality improvement and innovation initiatives related to processes and practice
- Competencies in other languages an asset; French and/or Arabic preferred
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply.
Please note that we only contact applicants selected for interview/testing. If we invite you to participate in an assessment process (such as an interview or testing), you have the right to request accommodation. Please discuss your needs when invited to the assessment process.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.
An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion and satisfactory results of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials.
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Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada IWK Health Centre Full timeJob Summary: Clinical Interventionist for Provincial Preschool Autism Service A Clinical Interventionist is sought to provide services to preschool-age children with autism and their families, facilitating goal-setting, assessment, and intervention planning. About the Opportunity The Provincial Preschool Autism Service (PPAS) is a partnership between IWK...
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Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeThe OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Interventionist to join our team at the IWK Health Centre. As a key member of our Provincial Preschool Autism Service, you will play a vital role in providing person and family-centred services to preschoolers across Nova Scotia who are suspected of or have a diagnosis of autism.The Provincial Preschool...
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Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada IWK Health Centre Full timeThe OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Interventionist to join our team at the IWK Health Centre. As a key member of our Provincial Preschool Autism Service, you will play a vital role in providing person and family-centred services to preschoolers across Nova Scotia who are suspected of or have a diagnosis of autism.The Provincial Preschool...
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Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Interventionist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. As a key member of our interprofessional team, you will provide assessment, intervention, and coordination of services for preschool-age children with autism and their families.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive assessments to...
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Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Interventionist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. As a key member of our interprofessional team, you will provide assessment, intervention, and coordination of services for preschool-age children with autism and their families.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive assessments to...
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Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeAbout the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Interventionist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. As a Clinical Interventionist, you will play a critical role in providing assessment, development, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of intervention plans to address parent goals for preschool-age children with...
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Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeAbout the OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled Clinical Interventionist to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. As a Clinical Interventionist, you will play a critical role in providing assessment, development, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of intervention plans to address parent goals for preschool-age children with...
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Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeThe OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Program Implementer to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. As a key member of our Provincial Preschool Autism Service, you will play a vital role in providing person and family-centred services to preschoolers across Nova Scotia who are suspected of or have a diagnosis of autism.The...
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Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeThe OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Program Implementer to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. As a key member of our Provincial Preschool Autism Service, you will play a vital role in providing person and family-centred services to preschoolers across Nova Scotia who are suspected of or have a diagnosis of autism.The...
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Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health Full timeThe OpportunityWe are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Program Implementer to join our team at Nova Scotia Health and IWK Health. As a key member of our Provincial Preschool Autism Service, you will play a vital role in providing person and family-centred services to preschoolers across Nova Scotia who are suspected of or have a diagnosis of autism.The...
