Behaviour Interventionist for Greater Sooke and Langford area

A Behaviour Interventionist is 1:1 in-home educator providing behaviour and academic support for children with exceptionalities such as an Autism Diagnosis and ADHD. The Behaviour Interventionist (BI) is a teacher who creates a safe and supportive learning environment for persons served and their guardians. The BI will provide direct teaching to neurodivergent learners using a combination of different teaching strategies selected through person-centred planning.

Key Responsibilities

· Perform those duties and responsibilities of a Behaviour Interventionist as broadly outlined below and refer to BI job description for more detail:

· Careful implementation of an ABA program, following ABA methodology, implementing a written plan or programs and collecting data,

· Creating and maintaining materials for the ABA program as directed.

· Upkeep of the binder of programs including printing data sheets or requesting caregivers to fulfill this task,

· Maintaining adequate open and honest communication with the caregivers regarding expectations,

· Collaborating with the FIVE team and attending meetings as requested,

· Responding to requests for information, reports, and/or data analysis in a timely manner,

· Creating session summaries for the individual served as per agency policy,

· The ABA Behaviour Interventionist is available for 1:1 direct therapy and is not qualified to oversee, supervise, manage, or update the ABA program, including program writing, FBA's, training staff, assisting with writing IEP's etc.

Qualifications and Skills

Working Conditions:

Sessions will be community or home based, depending on the needs of the individual served

Education and Experience:

• Have a post-secondary education in a related field; Psychology, ECE, Child and Youth Care, Special Education Assistant (Preferred)
• At least 1 year of previous experience with children or youth with diverse abilities. (Required)
• Background in ABA or tutoring services (beneficial but not required).
• Be 19 years old or older.
• First aid (we will provide).
• Clear criminal record check with Vulnerable population (requirement).
• MANDT training (we will provide).
• Valid BC Drivers License
• "Business Use" car insurance & $3,000,000 Third-Party Liability Insurance (requirement).

The successful candidate will:

• Love working with children and youth
• Be able to both work on your own as well as in a team atmosphere in a variety of settings (e.g., in their home, preschool, out-of-school care program, library or out in the community)
• Have a reliable mode of transportation and travel within greater Victoria and western communities.
• Be able to implement programming that has been created by a multidisciplinary team (e.g., Behaviour Analyst, Occupational Therapist, Physiotherapist, Speech & Language Pathologist).
• Able to give a one-year commitment. These kids need this
• Background in ABA (an asset, we also provide training)
• Have basic computer skills and access to a computer.
• Be dependable, have patience, good organizational skills as well as amazing play skills.
• Be able to take initiative and self advocate for support.
• Must be a clear and professional communicator, able to set boundaries

Hours and Compensation:

• This is a part-time position with no guaranteed hours
• Based on previous experience and education $21-23 per hour.
• Vacation paid out at 4%
• This is a part-time position with the potential to grow.
• All staff who work at least 6 hrs per week have access to Dialogue, which provides staff support in and access to Primary Care, Mental Health, Wellness support, and Family & Relationship.
• Five paid sick days.
• Paid trainings (First Aid, MANDT, in house)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $21.00-$23.00 per hour

Expected hours: 4 – 8 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Wellness program

Work Location: On the road