The role of the Float BI is to execute intervention plans developed and supervised by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst® BCBA) to clients in care of Monarch House. The Float BI may work within an interdisciplinary team to support skill acquisition and/or decrease maladaptive behaviors while providing an engaging and positive client experience in a fast paced and frequently changing environment. The Float BI is primarily responsible for ensuring adequate client coverage at all times for reasons such as but not limited to absent BIs conflicts due to family or team meetings, training workshops, lunch coverage and general staff shortages.
Job Type: Hourly. Part-time
Work setting: community-based in Calgary (NE / NW / SE / SW / Airdrie / Chestermere)
Weekly schedule and duration:
Monday - Friday between 2:30PM - 7:30PM
Saturday between 8:30 am - 4:30 pm MT
Take an inside look at what you will do each day:
Execute intervention plans developed and supervised by a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst® (BCBA) for clients in the care of Monarch House.
Work within an interdisciplinary team to support skill acquisition and/or decrease maladaptive behaviors.
Ensure an engaging and positive client experience in a fast-paced and frequently changing environment.
Maintain adequate client coverage at all times, addressing needs such as absent instructor therapists, family or team meeting conflicts, training workshops, lunch coverage, and general staff shortages.
Uses systematic methods and behavioural strategies to support client in changing their behaviour
Contributes to the development of programs established by the clinical team to teach and reinforce a variety of skills for children and youth in a 1:1 and/or small group setting
Understand the functions of behavior and responds appropriately and safely when situations arise
Adhere to all clinical training, procedures, and protocols
Ability to adapt to changing conditions and/or routine and provide creative solutions
Responsible for creating a positive and engaging environment for the client
Support clients with personal care tasks such as dressing, toileting, and eating
Responsible for maintaining the well-being and safety
Here is what you will need to be successful
2+ years experience working with children and youth with complex needs and/or developmental disabilities
Pursuing or completed education in ABA or a related field or pursuing education in Behaviour Analysis (programs that meet Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA)® or BCaBA® certification requirements) Psychology, Speech or linguistics, occupational therapy or kinesiology.
Education and demonstrated ability in ethical and professional practice
Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening within the last 6 months
A valid driver's license and reliable vehicle for daily use
Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 1 year experience working in client homes is a plus
Autism Spectrum Disorder specific coursework, training or workshops an asset
Experience working with clients who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder or other developmental disabilities
Legally authorized to work in Canada