Jordan's Principle - Behaviour Analyst

There are two positions - one full time permanent and one 0. 6FTE permanent.

Position Summary:

Jordan's Principle is a child first and needs based principle that applies equally to all First Nations children residing on and off reserve. It ensures there is no denial or delay for First Nations Children in receiving essential public services that are available to all other children.

St. Amant embraces the goal of Jordan's Principle to ensure that all children with disabilities have access to the health and social services they need in their community. We are currently recruiting a Counsellor to support this initiative.

This position is based in Winnipeg with travel, including to indigenous communities in Manitoba.

Working as part of a team, the Behaviour Analyst works within a family-centered practice to strengthen resiliency and support an individual or a family by providing a safe, confidential and encouraging environment to empower decision-making and to overcome challenging situations. The Behaviour Analyst actively supports all program initiatives designed to strengthen services and program integrity. The Behaviour Analyst is responsible for evaluating effectiveness and efficiency of interventions to ensure outcomes that are positive and beneficial to families.

Position Summary and Scope of Service:

• The Behaviour Analyst provides services in accordance with the Mission and Values of St. Amant, policies and procedures of the assigned Program(s), external legislation and regulatory bodies and all relevant professional standards of practice. The Behaviour Analyst is familiar with and promotes a 'customer service focus' in the provision of services to clients, staff and in other professional relationships.
• As an active team member in the Program(s) assigned, the Behaviour Analyst participates in continuous quality improvement activities, including the development, modification and implementation of service and program goals, objectives, policies, procedures and standards. The Behaviour Analyst uses service evaluation feedback to purposefully and continually strengthen services.
• An understanding of First Nations peoples and multicultural group issues, customs, cultures, trauma issues and cultural oppression would be an asset.
• Knowledge of community resources and how to make use of them.
• The Behaviour Analyst works within the context of the interdisciplinary team to implement direct, consultative or mediated models of service. The Behaviour Analyst supports a client-centered approach to service or family-centered practice when applicable. The Behaviour Analyst promotes processes which contribute to self-determination and the development of skills and competencies of individuals and care providers.
• The Behaviour Analyst performs all duties professionally, ethically and with integrity. The Behaviour Analyst takes an active role and personal responsibility for continuous learning to promote knowledge and best practices.
• The Behaviour Analyst is familiar with social policy, issues, trends, best practices in the field, needs, gaps or opportunities which may improve the lives of persons with disabilities, or which promote social justice, equity or accessibility.
• The Behaviour Analyst is familiar with and adheres to all policies related to risk management and those of workplace activity, promotes and follows all safe, healthy and respectful workplace practices.
  

Qualifications:

Educational:

• Possess an M. A. or M. Sc. degree in Psychology from an accredited university with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis.

Professional:

• Certification by the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board as a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst.

Clinical:

• Possess a comprehensive knowledge of behavioural analysis theory and practice relevant to the support, assessment, treatment, and training of persons with a developmental disability and psychological/behavioural disorders.
• Possess a minimum of one year's experience in providing psychological services to individuals with developmental disabilities and psychological/behavioural disorders.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, caregivers and families, to supervise and teach others, and to work harmoniously with others.
• Proficient in the design and implementation of psychological/behavioural treatment procedures for clients with a possible dual diagnosis.
• Knowledgeable of and proficient in the use of behavioural assessment techniques; proficiency with a variety of standardized psychological assessment tools is an asset.
• Ability to analyze and interpret data obtained through the assessment techniques described above.
• Knowledgeable of the literature in this area, of the history of support and treatment to this population, and of current trends, philosophies, and practices concerning their care, education, work and lifestyles.
• Ability to understand and support and practice interdisciplinary teamwork in order to provide services in the clinical, educational or living environment of the person with a developmental disability.
• Ability to define a service plan with individuals and caregivers.
• Knowledge of direct, mediated and consultative models of practice and ability to apply these according to program protocol.
• Understands own clinical limitations and seeks support and consultation for clinical activities so as to do 'no harm'.
• Prioritize, structure and manage scheduling caseload(s) effectively to achieve targeted outcomes.
• Ability to identify high risk situations and respond appropriately.
  

Personal:

• Ability to demonstrate behaviour consistent with the Mission and Values of St. Amant.
• Excellent written and communication skills.
• Ability to provide education and training in public forums.
• Knowledgeable of the concepts of Quality Improvement (QI) and ability to implement services consistent with these concepts in a complex environment.
• Positive, energetic, self-directed and client-focused.
• Ability to serve as a model in cooperative teamwork, conflict resolution and process improvement.
• Ability to work harmoniously and contribute to effective employee relationships.
• Ability to travel and work flexible hours as necessary.
• Possess a valid Manitoba driver's license and a vehicle is a necessity for community based programs.
• Successful completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Abuse Registry Check is required.
• Proficiency in a Microsoft Office environment.
• Possess emotional stability.
• Projects a professional image.
• Possesses the physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical Care Management:

The Behaviour Analyst will provide services while ensuring adherence to St. Amant policies, Mission, and Values.

Duties include:

• Identifies the needs of the client, taking specific r.