Board Certified Behaviour Analyst

As part of Bruyère you will be contributing to fulfilling our Mission which is committed to improving the quality of life of our patients and residents by living our values of respect, compassion, collaboration, accountability and learning.
**Function Summary**
Reporting to the Director, Nursing Professional Practice, in collaboration with the clinical manager, this role will work within a bio-psychosocial framework and collaborate with interprofessional clinical care teams at Bruyère in the assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of functional and behavioural treatment plans and interventions to reduce challenging patient behaviors related to brain injuries, dementia, and mental health.

This role is responsible for:

- Collecting and analyzing behavioural data and participating in interventions to modify identified behaviours using evidence informed, data-informed, best practice approaches.
- Collaborating with interprofessional teams to aid in coordinating patient activities and clinical services within the facility.
- Liaising with community agencies during treatment and in preparation for discharge.
- Supervising the work of those conducting behavior analytic services.

Is committed to living the Mission and Values of Bruyère.

Is committed to patient and resident safety, on-going learning and continuous quality improvement.
**Required Qualifications**
- Master’s degree or higher from an ABAI-accredited or ABAI-recognized behavior analysis degree program or graduate degree with behaviour-analytic coursework or behavior analysis degree program with faculty teaching and research or Doctoral degree with Postdoctoral experience in applied behavior analysis.
- Certification with the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board at BCBA level
- Minimum two (2) years of relevant experience
- Experience in behavioural-analytic services for adult clients with behavioural issues related to mental health, acquired brain injury, or dementia in Rehabilitation, Long Term Care, Hospital, or Community settings
- Experience developing and completing functional behavioural assessments and functional analyses
- Experience in developing and implementing data collections systems
- Direct clinical experience implementing Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA)
- Certification in Gentle Persuasive Approach and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or willingness to successfully complete training
- Advanced computer skills and medical terminology

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Ability to train others in ABA principles
- Experience in facilitation of group/individual training/education
- Member of the Ontario Association for Behaviour Analysis and/or the Association for Behaviour Analysis International
- Certification in DementiAbility Methods: The Montessori Way
- Fluent in French and English

**Key Competencies**
- Specialized skills in functional and behaviour analysis and development of interventions related to behavioural issues associated with mental health, dementia, and acquired brain injury
- Ability to work in a collaborative, interprofessional team model, yet show independent practice initiative in organizing and prioritizing work effectively and with mínimal supervision
- Well-developed listening, and observational skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills including sensitivity, compassion, patience, and perseverance
- Good judgment in seeking assistance or in dealing with unusual situations
- Ability to maintain professional stance when faced with aggression or conflict situations
- Experience/familiarity with maintaining on-going clinical records / care planning functions, as well as workload measurements tools
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and manage activities concurrently
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Flexibility in working hours to meet the needs of patients, families, physicians, and staff

**Additional Information**
All applicants must provide a recent CV, and a cover letter that clearly indicate that they meet the required qualifications. Copies of their degrees and certifications, if applicable, must also be included.

Bruyère promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the Employment Equity Act. Bruyère is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted regarding this competition, please advise the departmental official of the accommodation measures which may be required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

All Bruyère employees are required to provide proof of full vaccination as per our Enhanced COVID-19 Immunization policy.

BCCO

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

**Salary**: $39.11-$49.84 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program

Schedule:

- Day shift

**Education**:

- Master's Degree (required