ABA Therapist – Carleton Place
ABA Connections is seeking creative, enthusiastic, dedicated and reliable ABA Therapists to deliver front-line services to clients using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
Position Type: Permanent, Part-Time or Full-Time
Location: 40 Bennett Street Carleton Place – must be willing and able to travel to client homes throughout Lanark County as required, and support in school settings across Lanark County
Hours Per Week: 20-35 hours per week, with possibility of additional hours based on availability and organizational needs. Please note: Evenings and/or Weekends May be Required.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Salary: $18.00 – $22.00; based on education and experience
Job Description
Program Preparation
- Prepare and organize the teaching environment and materials
- Review available information pertaining to clients on caseload
- Participate in assessment activities as appropriate
Individualized Program Implementation
- Provide front-line services under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and clinical team
- Follow prescribed programs as written and seek consultation as needed
- Utilize sound clinical judgement
- Assess clients’ skills, abilities, interests, strengths and needs
- Collect and graph data to be used to evaluate progress towards program goals
- Prepare written documentation regarding children’s plans and progress as required
Collaboration, Consultation, and Communication
- Collaborate with other team members in the development of programs and procedures
- Maintain regular communication with parents and family members as required
- Participate in scheduled team meetings and conferences as required
- Present information (both written and oral) sensitively and effectively
- Collaborate with clinical team regarding programming and client progress
- Work withing a multidisciplinary team and collaborate with Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Teachers, Speech Pathologists etc.
Professional Responsibilities
- Model and maintain a high standard of professionalism, work ethic, flexibility and problem-solving
- Adhere to the policies and procedures of ABA Connections
- Abide by the ethical code as indicated by the Behavior Analysts Certification Board
- Maintain client confidentiality
- Adhere to privacy laws including, but not limited to PIPEDA and PHIPA
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
- Possess or be working towards a College Diploma or University Degree related to Behavioural Science, Psychology, or Early Childhood Development (preferred)
Experience
- Experience working with young children who have been diagnosed with Autism (required), Pervasive Development Disorder (preferred), experience working with children (required)
- Demonstrated experience applying the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) (preferred)
- Experience in behavior management and modification techniques, specifically with children and youth (highly preferred)
Professional
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Organizational and time management skills
- Valid Drivers license and access to a personal vehicle for home and community visits (preferred)
- Fluently bilingual in English and French (preferred)
- Valid First Aid/CPR Level C (required)
- Clean Vulnerable Sector Police Check (required)
Interested applicants are asked to submit their resume and a cover letter to info@abaconnections.ca with the subject: ABA Therapist – Carleton Place
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.