Behaviour Analyst

Looking Ahead Clinical Services is recruiting for part-time and full-time Behaviour Analyst positions in the London, ON area. Start dates can be negotiated.

**About Looking Ahead Clinical Services**

Looking Ahead Clinical Services, Inc. is a private provider of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) services across the lifespan. Using the science of Applied Behaviour Analysis we ensure each person is learning to their fullest potential, how they want to learn, and with evidence-based techniques that are always overseen by certified clinicians. We offer in home, community, centre-based, and online ABA services in London, Ontario and surrounding areas.

**Responsibilities**

Under the clinical supervision of a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst® (BCBA®), Behaviour Technicians will:

- Complete Functional Behaviour Assessments and Skill Acquisition Assessments (E.g., VB-MAPP, ABLLS)
- Actively engage clients, families, caregivers, and behaviour technicians to address client-centered goals.
- Write individualized skill acquisition plans and behaviour reduction programs, using evidence-based information, relevant best practice guidelines, and clinical expertise.
- Create ongoing data collection systems, support data collection, and analyse data to determine efficacy of implemented strategies;
- Evaluating the effectiveness of the intervention, client's response, and progress towards achieving goals.
- Ongoing training and supervision of behaviour technicians in implementation of ABA principles and methodology
- Provide consultation and coaching to clients, families, caregivers and behaviour technicians
- Train team members on data gathering and implementation of skill acquisition plans and behaviour reduction programs through the lens of BCBA;
- Develop and lead professional development sessions to build the capacity of staff in the areas of ABA strategies, functional behaviour assessment, and the effective use of resources and best practices, as well as staying current with relevant research and evidence-based practices;
- Prepare reports and maintain appropriate records;
- Attend meetings and in-service seminars/professional development activities as required;
- Provide consultation services and to maintain ongoing communication with all constituents (other supports, parents, community, and community agencies).
- Keep current with the literature, new research findings and resources. In addition, continuing education courses to maintain BCBA certification
- Maintain all data, paperwork, and communication between personal care staff and families, and to provide ongoing feedback to government agencies that contract with such families.
- Other duties as assigned

**Qualifications**

Minimum Education
- Master’s Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis or related field or working towards
- Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) preferred

Minimum Experience
- Two (2) years experience in implementing Applied Behavioural Analysis or previous experience as a Behaviour Analyst
- Experience working with children and/or adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Experience leading parent and family training regarding ABA principles
- Experience conducting a variety of assessments
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Knowledge and Skill Requirements
- Knowledge of Office 365 (Word, Excel and Outlook systems)
- Strong knowledge of Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Knowledge and experience with the VBMAPP, ABLLS-R, AFLS
- Strong time management, written and oral communication skills
- Excellent organizational and administrative skills
- Strong professional ethics
- Ability to take initiative and work independently
- Ability to receive and respond to feedback
- Able to work effectively independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem solving abilities and flexibility to adapt to needs of client quickly
- Proficiency in the French language would be considered an asset

Other
- Must have a Class ‘G’ Ontario Driver’s Licence, access to a vehicle and the ability to travel
- Current professional liability insurance
- Vulnerable Sector Criminal Reference Check (within the last six months)

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

**Salary**: $55,000.00-$65,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift

**Education**:

- Master's Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Applied Behaviour Analysis: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: One location