Positive Behaviour Interventionist

FIREFLY is seeking a full-time Positive Behaviour Interventionist to work in our Fort Frances FIREFLY location.

Do you have experience in early childhood development and have an interest in Autism Spectrum Disorder? Are you interested in working in a team environment with other professionals such as psychologists, pediatricians, occupational therapists, rehab assistants, dieticians, behaviour therapists, mental health counsellors, and others?

Reporting to the Clinical Manager and working under the guidance of a Senior Clinician, the Positive Behaviour Interventionist is responsible for working directly with children/youth with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). The Positive Behaviour Interventionist provides evidence‐based interventions as outlined in the child/youth’s Behaviour Plan. The Positive Behaviour Interventionist may also provide Family Services and Supports, primarily parent-direct services, as part of their role. Positive Behaviour Interventionists will work across a variety of settings such as homes, schools, and community spaces, and as such, must possess strong communication, collaboration, and independence skills. Services provided are family-centred and each family is seen as a partner in supporting the child/youth while participating in services and supports. The Positive Behaviour Interventionist will work with clinical direction and clinical coaching from a BCBA or Psychological Associate. Administrative direction and assignments are provided by the Clinical Manager.

FIREFLY is a multi-service, non-profit organization located in Northwestern Ontario that has recently been designated a Children’s Treatment Centre. In November 2022, FIREFLY achieved “Exemplary Standing” with Accreditation Canada. We are dedicated to supporting and strengthening the health and well-being of families, children, and youth through emotional, physical, developmental, and community services. Clients can access FIREFLY service in a variety of locations: centre based, in community (fly-in and drive-in communities), in schools, pre-school and child care settings. FIREFLY offices are located throughout Northwestern Ontario, providing a unique opportunity to build strong relationships with children and families, local colleagues and community partners. FIREFLY delivers many of our services in partnership with local First Nation organizations and is committed to building cultural safety into all that we do.

For additional information on what it is like to work at FIREFLY please take a few moments to watch to following video: https://youtu.be/AmiSO4lP-j0

Benefits of working at FIREFLY:

• Pension Plan (Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan HOOPP).
• Professional development opportunities including access to educational websites and opportunity to attend trainings.
• Vacation entitlement starting at 4 weeks per year with a gradual increase after 3 years, as well as paid time off between Christmas and New Year's Day.
• Paid sick leave accrued monthly up to a maximum of 30 days.
• Additional paid days off: Wellness Days (3 total per fiscal year) and Community Service and Cultural Days (3 total per fiscal year).
• Option to work towards a self-funded leave (i.e. 4 over 5).
• Flexibility within the 35 hour workweek to meet the needs of the client and yourself. Opportunity to bank overtime to be used as additional vacation.
• Excellent benefit plan with coverage including health, dental, vision, travel, life insurance and critical illness with 100% of the premiums paid by FIREFLY
• Short and long term disability coverage paid by employee.
• Ability to join, contribute, and learn from a multitude of committees that support your progressive attitude including neurodiversity, inclusion, ethics, family engagement, wellness, truth and reconciliation.
• A supportive team and great workplace culture.

Key Job Functions:

• To understand and implement the recommendations from the behaviour programs established by the supervising BCBA.
• Clearly communicate in written and verbal means to the supervising BCBA to keep them informed of client progress and development.
• Maintain documentation and data records in accordance with agency policy and procedure to support the client's behaviour plan.
• Provides individualized approach to engaging families, staff and community partners based on cultural/social/emotional needs
• Flexibility in work patterns and travel to meet client/agency need
  
• May support clients/families in the following ways: transitioning from one activity to another, functional routines, communication, play and social interactions, learning and attention and behavioral self management
• Identifies challenges, gaps or barriers and productively engages in solution‐based discussions with colleagues and supervisors
• Accepts and makes changes in support of agency initiatives
• Operates from a group perspective (demonstrates respect for team and agency processes)
  
• Recognizes the value of diversity within the workplace and strives to contribute to a safe, healthy, and respectful workplace environment
• Deals proactively with interpersonal or personal matters that could affect own performance or performance of the team
• Fulfills responsibility for agreements made in collaborative arrangements or team meetings
  
• Demonstrates a clear understanding of the scope of work and seeks out support and resources through their Supervisors as needed
• Carries out duties in accordance with program guidelines, legislation and standards of the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board and the College of Psychologists of Ontario
• Meets attendance, punctuality and accountability standards

Education/Experience/Skills/Knowledge Required:

• Knowledge of typical and atypical child development.
• Experience in early childhood development and an interest in Autism Spectrum Disorder.
• Enjoys working with children and youth, is creative, and has great play skills.
• Experience working with children who may present with challenging behaviours.
• Exceptional communication and engagement skills and experience with children and youth with ASD and their families.
• Strong knowledge of the community and demonstrates the ability and willingness to collaborate with community partners.
• Flexibility and creativity to deliver in‐home, school and/or community supports related to the child’s success across environments.
• Reliable in sharing the right information at the right time with the right people (which includes risk management, up to date documenting in the child/youth’s electronic record, and data for the purpose of service delivery and funder accountabilities).
• Requires the ability to travel between service delivery sites in both urban and rural settings.
  
• Ability to communicate, oral and written, in both official languages is an asset.
  

Conditions of Employment:

• You want to work with children, youth and their families.
• You want to share your skills, talents and hobbies with an amazing team and have ideas of how to incorporate them into bettering the service we provide to our clients.
• You know every child and youth has hidden strengths that you are craving to help expose and build.
• You value the concept of teamwork but you’re able to work independently.
• You want to be a role model of the vision and values of the Agency: Heart, Reaching Beyond, Empowerment, Sharing & Playing, Accountability.
• You generally don’t deal with a lot of conflict but when it arises you are able to mediate and problem solve.
• You have a valid driver’s license and are interested in exploring the region by car to deliver service.
• You have a clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screen.
• You are flexible and appreciate a changing caseload and schedule.
• The ability to manage a reasonable workload; effective priority‐setting and follow‐up
• Role model the vision and values of the Agency
• Value the concept of teamwork and ability to work independently
• Ability to deal with conflict, mediate and problem solve
  
• Quality of work to meet or exceed Agency specifications
  

Additional Benefits:

• Training provided
• Registered Behaviour Technician course offered (if required)
• Supervision by provided by BCBAs

Still not sure if FIREFLY is the agency for you? Would you like to interview us? We would be happy to give you an in-person or virtual tour and connect you with some of our amazing team members.

This position is open until filled by someone awesome like you!