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POSITION SUMMARY

This is an exciting opportunity for an innovative and experienced Behaviour Analyst to join the Neuromotor services | Holland Bloorview, that services client from age 2-18, with neurodevelopmental disorders (i.e. cerebral palsy, genetic disorders) well as other medical, developmental, behavioural and emotional complexities. As this is a new position within the Neuromotor team, in addition to the clinical role, there will be opportunity to collaborate with an interprofessional team to develop and implement the Behavioural Analyst role based on best practices and evidence. As an integral member of the interprofessional team, the Behavioural Analyst will provide trauma-informed and compassionate behaviour assessment. The Behaviour Analyst will work in collaboration with other healthcare professional to provide strategies and education to clinicians, clients and families.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Registered and in good standing with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario
• Strong knowledge and experience supporting children and youth with neurodevelopmental conditions, acquired brain injuries, and mental health conditions
• Extensive clinical experience including a minimum of two years providing behaviour analytic services to children and youth with varying abilities who engage in interfering behaviours including aggression, self-injury, property destruction, etc.
• Extensive experience providing parent coaching to implement behaviour analytic strategies across environments
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and communicate effectively with clients, families and members of the interdisciplinary care team
• Demonstrates flexibility and co-operation in dealing with change
  Other duties as assigne

• Builds strong rapport with clients and families to understand their values to effectively collaborate and formulate individualized goals
• Ensures all behaviour assessment and treatment plans focus on safety, client and family dignity, and rapport building
• Support patients and their families in achieving goals related to participation within the neuromotor clinic
• Makes data driven decision to amend treatment plans in consultation with client, families, and therapy team.
• Responsive to the changing needs of clients and families and demonstrates flexibility to adapt treatment plans and goals as necessary
• Partners with families to provide education and coaching to implement strategies and generalize skills to the home and across the community
• Makes appropriate referrals to other services, agencies, etc.
• Demonstrates familiarity with current literature, issues and trends of practice
• Participates in regular quality improvement activities to further refine clinical practice, equitable and efficient service for clients and families
• Shares new knowledge and best practices with colleagues, students and other professionals within the organization, professional body and community
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives, supports the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment and advances a culture of client/patient safety through work and daily practices
• Completes Documentation aligned with Holland Bloorview policie