24 Oct
Baycrest
Toronto
Responsibilities include but are not limited to : Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Provides comprehensive clinical behavioural assessment and behavior support services to the inpatient Behavioural Neurology unit and other behaviour support services / programs in the Hospital
- Provides training to staff and students related to behaviour support
- Provides comprehensive clinical assessments with a focus on identifying factors contributing to responsive behaviors utilizing a bio-psychosocial framework
- Collaborates with client, care partners, and the client’s circle of care to develop and disseminate individualized behavior management interventions and care plans
- Participates in data collection and reporting on a number of accountability measures
- Attends and contributes to team meetings, patient rounds, and educational series
- Other duties as directed
Qualifications include but are not limited to :
- Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Registration as a Behaviour Analyst with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario
- Minimum three (3) years demonstrated expertise and knowledge working with individuals with various neurodegenerative diseases including dementia, and those with acute behavioural changes and associated responsive behaviours
- Experience / familiarity with behavioural, cognitive, psychosocial, and environmental assessments relating to responsive behaviours
- Training and experience in applied behaviour analysis and behavioural support management approaches including, but not limited to Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA), P.
I.E.C.E.S., U-First!, Montessori Approach preferred
- Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing,
and evaluating behavioural support programs, quality improvement, and education for team members
- Demonstrated ability and experience conducting clinical research
- Demonstrated excellent clinical-reasoning, critical thinking, problem solving, and interprofessional collaboration skills
- Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite), and use of health information systems
Additional Benefits :
- Vacation Entitlement
- Opportunity to enroll in the extended health and dental benefit plan
- Opportunity to enroll in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
- Access to 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Program
30+ days ago
▶️ Behaviour Support Specialist - Psychology
🖊️ Baycrest
📍 Toronto