Lead Therapist – Nepean

ABA Connections is seeking creative, enthusiastic, dedicated and reliable Lead Therapists to deliver front-line services to clients using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and lead a team of Instructor Therapists. The Lead Therapist will work directly with children, and their families, in the provision of therapy.

The Lead Therapist will be responsible for educating and training new staff on professional and clinical skills as well as client protocols. The Lead Therapist will serve as the facilitator for the client team by facilitating communication between all team members, leading team meetings, managing and disseminating client data, and ensuring that all team members have the necessary support, training, and materials to assist the client in reaching their full potential

. The Lead Therapist will act as the supervisor in the absence of other senior staff and/or management to manage daily operations and resolve issues as they arise.

Position Type: Permanent, Part-Time or Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 30-35 hours per week, with possibility of additional hours based on availability and organizational needs. Please note: Evenings and/or Weekends Required.

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Based on Experience and Education

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

Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors, and community members
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.
Assist in the facilitation of training new therapists, students, and volunteers

Position Responsibilities

Conduct skill acquisition and behaviour reduction assessments under the supervision of a clinical team
Assist in the development of individual treatment plans
Provide initial and ongoing staff education and training on client behavioural needs and professional skills
Facilitate communication and collaboration between all team members on a clients team including staff, Senior Therapists, parents, and outside professionals
Facilitate day-to-day operations of the team by ensuring all necessary paperwork, materials, scheduling, and client documentation are up to date
Conduct parent and caregiver training in line with client’s individualized treatment and behaviour reduction protocols
Exercise sound clinical judgement

Professional Responsibilities

Open and close the center
Model and maintain a high standard of professionalism, work ethic, flexibility and problem-solving
Address client concerns and questions appropriately, redirecting or relaying concerns to Senior Therapists and/or management when necessary
Consulting with Senior Therapists and/or management regarding issues and concerns related to service delivery and/or staff performance
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

University Degree related to Behavioural Science, Psychology, or Early Childhood Development (required)
Possession or working towards BCBA or BCaBA certification (highly preferred)

Experience

Experience working with young children who have been diagnosed with Autism, Pervasive Development Disorder, experience working with children
A minimum of 12 months experience as an ABA Therapist/Instructor Therapist or within the field of ABA
Demonstrated experience applying the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)
Experience in behavior management and modification techniques, specifically with children and youth

Professional

Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Organizational and time management skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule Monday-Sunday between the hours of 7:00 am to 7:30 pm (required)
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)

A combination of education, experience, and performance may be considered for applicants who do note meet the qualifications listed above. If you do not meet the listed qualifications, but feel that you are a good fit for the position, please let us know why in your cover letter!

Interested applicants are asked to submit their resume and a cover letter to info@abaconnections.ca with the subject: Lead Therapist – Nepean

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.