Behaviour Technician

Location

Toronto, ON | Canada

Job description

Behaviour Technician

MULTIPLE VACANCIES

LOCATION: McNicoll (North York, ON) and Hartsdale (Etobicoke, ON) sites

POSITION TYPE: Full-time Regular (37.5 hours/week) 

POSTING CLOSING DATE: March 22, 2024

Lumenus Community Services is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We value a recruitment and selection process that is inclusive and barrier-free and we encourage applications from all individuals including, but not limited to, all cultures, religions, racialized communities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.

This position will support mental health and autism pillars at Lumenus. Lumenus offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits package and RRSP, ongoing training and career development opportunities!

Lumenus Autism offers ABA-based behavioural services that are designed to address the unique needs of our children aged 2-11 years. We are a one stop-shop for families looking to access caring, coordinated & convenient autism services at our beautiful Hartsdale and McNicoll locations in Toronto. Lumenus Autism is a lively, fast-paced and full of action. We pride ourselves in bringing the best out of everyone as we create new programs & services catered to our clients. The position will be based (in-person) at both 65 Hartsdale Drive and 155 McNicoll Avenue in Toronto.

As part of Lumenus Autism team, the Behaviour Technician works directly with children and youth with autism and their families in the implementation of Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) under the supervision of a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Program Preparation

• Prepare and organize the teaching environment and materials

• Review available information pertaining to children on caseload on a regular basis

• Participate in intake and assessment activities as appropriate

Individualized Program Implementation

• Provides Behavioural Intervention on a one-to-one or in a group setting as per expectations set by Lumenus guidelines and clinical standards

• Develops an appropriate therapeutic relationship with the child

• Prepares and implements daily activities as per the client’s clinical Program(s)

• Monitors and records client progress using program approved data collection methods and forms

• Follows prescribed programs as written and seeks consultation as needed

• Utilizes sound clinical judgment

• Assesses individual client skills, abilities, interests, strengths and needs

• Collects data and evaluate client progress toward program goals

• Prepares written documentation regarding client plans and progress as required

Collaboration, consultation, and communication

• Collaborate with other team members in the development of behavioural programs and procedures

• Consult with other team members and professionals as required

• Maintain regular communications 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 Supervisor regarding programming and child’s progress

• Work within a multidisciplinary team

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Diploma/Degree in Behavioural Science Technology or related field

• RBT designation/ working towards RBT

• Knowledge of childhood development and developmental disabilities, particularly Autism Spectrum Disorder

• One or more years’ experience with children with developmental disabilities, particularly Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Knowledge of IBI and ABA

• Strong Communication Skills (both written and verbal)

• Program planning and implementation

• Accurate data collection and graphing

• Organization and time management

• Behaviour management of children

• Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams

• Ability to work independently

• Knowledge of early childhood development and neurodevelopment variation

• Understanding of child welfare issues and policies

• Sensitivity to multi-cultural issues

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and excel

• Knowledge of Boardmaker an asset

• Knowledge of Augmentative Devices an asset

• Must be able to lift and transfer up to 50 lbs

• Physical demands of the position include, but are not limited to;

• Frequent bending, walking, escorting, engagement in play/sport type activities;

• Regularly sitting on low seats and bending/twisting/reaching,

• Repetitive movements, possibly in awkward positions,

• Based on individual circumstances, may be required to physically move a child,

• Able to move/run quickly and/or respond safely from a standing, sitting, kneeling, etc. position.

• High degree of attention, focus and vigilance

• Be directed and engaged despite possible intrusive factors (e.g ongoing distractions/noise, upset of children, observation)

• High degree of sensitivity, thoughtfulness and care to child(ren)’s vulnerabilities and needs

• Proactive anticipation, prevention and management of harm and/or crisis situations

• Ability to make quick and sound judgements regarding risk and/or safety

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Access to reliable transportation to travel to various work sites within the GTA

• Able to work in-person, across sites, and flexible for evenings/weekends (e.g. Tuesday to Saturday schedule)

TO APPLY: Interested applicants are invited to visit our website at and submit their cover letter and resume on or before March 22, 2024.

We ask applicants to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Lumenus believes that immunization against COVID-19 is an individual and societal responsibility and that we must do everything possible to protect our clients, families, employees, students, volunteers and contractors against the spread of COVID-19. As a condition of employment, proof of full vaccination or exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code must be submitted to Human Resources seven (7) calendar days prior to start date.

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