Behaviour Interventionist

_**Do you enjoy putting a smile on a child’s face? Do you love helping children learn new skills? Do you want to know that your work is making a life-changing impact on others?**_

If any of the above describes you, you will fit right in with our Behaviour Interventionists at Social Butterflies Activities and Learning. We are continually growing and looking to add more exceptional individuals to our team

Our goal is to help those on the autism spectrum (ASD) succeed in overcoming challenges and learn new skills. We feel lucky to be able to enhance the quality of life for our clients and their families.

Under the supervision of a Behaviour Consultant (BC), the Behaviour Interventionist (BI) provides direct Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) therapy services for children diagnosed on the autism spectrum

BI duties include but are not limited to:

- Implement programs using ABA methods and principles to develop skills and eliminate or minimize challenging behaviours
- Conduct one-on-one direct therapy or work with small groups within the centre, home, school or daycare setting
- Work independently and efficiently unsupervised, problem solve, and manage challenging situations effectively
- Work in a team-oriented environment when facilitating group work
- Direct work with clients includes various physical demands such as sitting on the floor, kneeling, squatting, running, twisting/turning, lifting, and frequent physical transitions
- Collect and record data regularly throughout sessions
- Attend and participate in regular training and team meetings

Qualifications:

- A related degree such as ABA, Psychology or Early Childhood Education or equivalent experience
- Valid first aid certificate or willingness to obtain within 3 months of employment

**Requirements**:

- Valid BC Drivers Licence with a clean Drivers Abstract and reliable transportation
- Clear Criminal Records Check re: working with a vulnerable population
- Ability to work after school hours/evenings and weekends
- Professional and positive attitude
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Enjoy working with children
- Ability to implement all aspects of programs (Disclaimer: This may involve singing, dancing, toilet training, etc.)
- Reliable and punctual

Preference will be given to those who:

- Have a related degree such as ABA, Psychology or Early Childhood Education
- Have experience with Applied Behaviour Analysis and/or managing challenging behaviours in children
- Training and/or education related to working with individuals with ASD

**Please note for this position we require someone with previous experience and or training related to working with children on the autism spectrum.**

Hours of Work:

- Tuesday - Saturday availability preferred
- Part-time leading to more hours as client base grows

Please submit your Resumes in a PDF format only.

Benefits are available based on hours worked per week.
- Extended health care
- Dental care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

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

**Salary**: $18.00-$21.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Evenings
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Application question(s):

- How many years of direct experience do you have working with individuals on the autism spectrum?
- Do you have knowledge of, or experience working from an ABA framework?