Autism Interventionist (filled)

Location

Courtenay, BC | Canada

Job description

Posted June 20, 2023

Classification & Salary Range: Health Sciences Association (HSA) COMMUNITY sub-sector Grid 21 (commensurate with education and experience)
Status: Temporary part time 25 hours/week; .67 FTE
Program: The Autism Program (TAP)

Start Date: July 17, 2023-September 25, 2023 (or until return of incumbent)
Closing Date: June 26, 2023 or until position is filled

Job Summary:

BIs are an important part of a child’s team and they work with other professionals like behaviour consultants, speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists. The successful applicant will work under the direct supervision of the Autism Program Lead. The position will implement service plans prepared by the Behaviour Consultant for individual and small group intervention. This position will also assist in the planning of daily activities to achieve the program objectives identified in the Behaviour Plan.

Position Qualifications:

This position requires Grade XII and documented recent training in Autism, such as workplace trainings or independent professional development opportunities in autism within the last two years (ex: ACT trainings, Autism BC trainings, college or university coursework). Preference will be given to candidates who have been trained in Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA), and have a minimum of two years’ experience in working with children who require extra support in a family-centred service delivery model.

Position Requirements:

• Loves children and enjoys playing with them
• Can work independently and as a member of a team
• Has strong organization and time management skills
• Is flexible and open to learning
• Can work with children with challenging behaviours
• Has the physical ability to work with young children and carry out duties as required
• May be required to drive children

BI Job Responsibilities:

• Works with children one to one or in a group setting
• Teaches children by following a program plan developed by the child’s team
• Records and tracks children’s progress
• Creates teaching materials utilizing CVCDA resources
• Participates and contributes to team meetings
• Participates in ongoing ABA training

Agency Requirements:

• Availability to work outside of standard office hours
• Vehicle that meets ICBC annual inspection standards, and valid Driver’s License/current Drivers Abstract
• A clear criminal record check
• Has a current Child Safe First Aid Certificate (or be willing to update)
• Proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID19 and will be required to obtain boosters as necessary as set out by agency policy.
• Willingness to participate in agency community engagement activities such as the annual Telethon fundraiser and community engagement

Benefits of being a part of a CVCDA Team:

In recruiting our team, we are committed to fostering and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion and connectedness both within our agency and our community. We value the unique contributions that each of our team members bring in terms of their experiences, education, disability, culture, ethnicity, race, nation of origin, gender identity and expression, age, languages spoken, religion, and beliefs.

We look forward to your application for the position and the possibility of having you join our CVCDA family!

All applications will be held in confidence, given serious consideration, and acknowledged via an email receipt. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter following these instructions:

• A resume that summarizes your relevant professional, academic and volunteer experiences.
• A cover letter that shares your professional interests and passions, and why this opportunity is of particular interest and a potential good fit for you.

Email your resume and references in PDF format (cover letter and resume combined in one document, with your name as the document name) to: Cindy Xavier, Executive Director , Comox Valley Child Development Association, [email protected] and HR Administrator, Michelle Erikson, [email protected]

Please email [email protected] with questions pertaining to this opportunity.

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