Senior Therapist – Orleans

Senior Therapist - Orleans

ABA Connections is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, dedicated, and reliable Senior Therapist to oversee a client caseload and lead a team of therapists in the development and implementation of programming. The Senior Therapist will be directly responsible for the assessment, treatment, consultation, education, and resource support of clients and their families. In addition, a Senior Therapist at ABA Connections is responsible for educating and training new staff on professional and clinical skills as well as client and company protocols.

Senior Therapists are expected to serve as the facilitator for the clinical team by providing effective communication between team members, leading regular team meetings, managing and disseminating client data, and ensuring all team members have the necessary support, training, and materials to ensure their clients achieve their full potential. Senior Therapists meet regularly with the Clinical Supervisor to review caseloads, receive training and troubleshoot as a team.

Senior Therapists are to act in accordance with the Professional and Ethical Compliance Code for Behavior Analysts and the Applied Behavior Analysts Treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder: Practice Guidelines for Healthcare Funders and Managers (2nd Edition).

Position Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 30-37.5 Hours per week, with possibility of occasional evenings and weekends

Start Date: To be Determined

Salary: Based on Education and Experience

Job Description

Program Development and Implementation

Selecting treatment goals based on assessment results and family/professionals input
Updating Client Program Lists
Maintaining detailed notes pf progress, key decisions, and update points
Creating program goals under the supervision of a Clinical Supervisor
Assist in the development, writing, implementation and writing of behaviour plans
Monitoring treatment fidelity
Assist in the planning transitions for clients and their families

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.
Facilitate communication and collaboration between all team members on a clients team including staff, Clinical Supervisors, parents, and outside professionals

Clinical Responsibilities

Competent in the principles and applications of Applied Behavior Analysis
Conduct skill acquisition and behaviour reduction assessments
Complete reports based on assessment results
Discuss assessment results and goals with clinical team and family
Complete regular consultations with clients
Update and maintain data collection systems
Collect, record, and summarize data on observable client behaviours
Conduct parent and caregiver training in line with client’s individualized treatment and behavior reduction protocols
Effectively communicate with parent and caregivers regarding client progress
Maintain and acquire technical knowledge by attending required training
Ability to interpret and implement clinical protocols as written
Exercise sound clinical judgement

Supervision and Training Responsibilities

Provide positive and constructive feedback to staff regarding clinical and professional skills on a regular basis
Write and facilitate staff performance evaluations in collaboration with Clinical Supervisors and management
Provide supervision of staff performing 1:1 direct therapy with clients
Provide initial and ongoing staff education and training on client behavioural needs and professional skills
Ability to train staff and parents to fluency on various protocols and treatment techniques using verbal and written explanations, modeling, and guided practice
Conduct parent and caregiver training in line with client’s individualized treatment and behaviour reduction protocols

Professional Responsibilities

Open and close the center
Facilitate day-to-day operations of the team by ensuring all necessary paperwork, materials, scheduling, and client documentation are up to date
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 Clinical Supervisor and/or management when necessary
Consult with Clinical Supervisor and/or management regarding issues and concerns related to service delivery and/or staff performance
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work and therapy environment
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 1 year experience as Senior Therapist or within the field of ABA
A minimum of 2 years exemplary experience as a ABA Therapist/Instructor Therapist
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
Effective time management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks as once
Ability to maintain professional relationships with clients, co-workers, supervisors and community members
Ability to meet tight deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Organizational and time management skills
Ability to work a flexible schedule between the hours of 7:00 am to 7:30 pm for 35-40 hours per week (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 Leigh Giles at lgiles@abaconnections.ca with the subject: Senior Therapist – Orleans

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