Behaviour Therapist

at  Bayshore HealthCare

POSITION SUMMARY

Bayshore Integrated Care Solutions is proud to offer community-minded, progressive brain injury rehabilitation that produces lasting results. We strive to empower individuals with the tools, guidance, and opportunities to enhance their overall quality of life. With a team of diverse and seasoned healthcare professionals, we customize treatment programs in a variety of environments: 24-hour residential treatment, supported living, community programs, and therapeutic day programs.
We are currently seeking a qualified Behaviour Therapist to work under Clinical Director/Psychologist direction as part of a team supporting clients (within NRIO’s residential rehab programs and/or community and Transitional Care Units across the GTA) who are experiencing behavioural and psychological symptoms resulting from neurological impairment, dementia and/or acquired brain injury (ABI).
The Behaviour Therapist along with clinical leaders will complete client observations and assessments, recommend appropriate interventions, model strategies and assist with transitions across sectors. The team will also focus on capacity building through the development and training of front-line staff, including regulated and/or unregulated health professionals. In addition, providing direct behavioral therapy support to clients as assigned.
Job Qualification

EDUCATION / LICENSES / CERTIFICATION

• Master’s degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis or Psychology
• Membership in good standing with the Ontario Association for Behaviour Analysis (ONTABA).
• Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) Certification
• Standard First-Aid + CPR-C
• Vulnerable Sector Check
• Professional Liability Insurance

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 2 years conducting behaviour assessments, developing behaviour interventions and analyzing data using ABA principles
• Use of standard psychogeriatric assessment tools and behavioural, cognitive, psychosocial, and environmental assessments relating to responsive behaviours
• Demonstrated experience working with dual diagnosis is considered an asset

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Expertise and knowledge of working with individuals with various types of dementia, delirium, and those with acute behavioural change
• Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others
• Excellent clinical-reasoning, critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and conflict management skills
• Effective assessment, intervention, client centered and collaborative care planning skills
• Experience providing caregiver education, support and counselling relating to caring for a person with responsive behaviours
• Creativity, flexibility, positive attitude
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Technological proficiency: use of MS Office (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability and willingness to travel in the GTA and surrounding regions

• Use Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) principles to design and conduct function-based intervention procedures
• Develop, monitor, and supervise the implementation of Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs) including objectives, data collection, monitoring and data analysis
• Conduct Treatment Integrity Checks (TICs) to ensure consistent/accurate implementation of BSPs
• Provide comprehensive clinical assessments with a focus on identifying factors contributing to responsive behaviors utilizing a bio-psychosocial approach
• Participate in the evaluation of risks associated with maladaptive behaviours upon client intakes and develop plans to mitigate the identified risks
• Collaborate with client, care partners, and the client’s circle of care to develop and disseminate individualized behavior management plans in the community and long-term care sectors
• Ensure the protection of client rights and acting in an advocacy role for the resident/clients
• Recommend additional treatment by other professionals as deemed appropriate
• Attend and prepare required reports and case conferences within identified timelines
• Provide 1:1 and/or small group training sessions for direct support employees and/or client’s family members
• Remain current on clinical best-practices and evidence based interventions
• Participate in ongoing internal and/or external continuing education activities
• Adhere to Bayshore Policies and Procedures
• Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company’s Quality Management System
• Participate in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and corporate information and discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel
• Complete other tasks as requested
  At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individual’s purpose, potential and wellbeing. Bayshore operates in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.
  Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements. Medical exemptions or any other kinds of requested exemptions based upon Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis.