Applied Behaviour Analysis Specialist

Applied Behaviour Analysis Specialist

We are currently recruiting for an Applied Behaviour Analysis Specialist. This is a full-time, non-union position, at 35 hours per week. Position set to begin December 1, 2017.

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Educational Services, the Applied Behaviour Analysis Specialist will take a lead role in coordinating and supporting the efforts of multi-disciplinary school teams in providing consultation, training, and resource development.

Duties and Responsibilities:

In coordination with our community partners, the ABA Specialist will provide ongoing system wide professional development for elementary and secondary school staff through the coordination of in-service opportunities to extend awareness and use of effective ABA strategies to support students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other as required. The ABA Specialist will provide behavioral consultation and/or assessment regarding behavioral strategies and interventions at the school level for individual students. S/he is responsible for ensuring appropriate supports and resources are in place to support behavioral programming for students with ASD while they are at school. The ABA Specialist will represent the Board with community partners and the Ministry.

• Formal post-secondary education (degree)
• Post-graduate studies or equivalent field experience in Behavioural Science, Education, or Psychology
• Three to five years clinical experience
• Board Certified Board Analyst (or working towards)
• Extensive knowledge and experience working with professionals and students with special education needs, in particular Autism Spectrum Disorder
• Proven Behavioural Management experience with children/youth with ASD
• BMS Certificate
• Demonstrated ability/experience working within a consultative model
• Proficiency in planning and delivering Adult Education and training
• Knowledge of the elementary and secondary education system in Ontario
• Competencies in the development, delivery and evaluation of training programs and strategies
• Successful experience working collaboratively with community partners
• Superior interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills
• Excellent organizational and coordinating skills
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle

It is imperative that all new applicants to the Board submit an ORIGINAL current, satisfactory Vulnerable Screening Criminal Background Check prior to commencement of employment.

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

RCCDSB is committed to barrier-free selection processes and therefore if contacted for this position, you should advise the HR Department in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures required to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Website: www.rccdsb.edu.on.ca