- SERVICE AREA: Social Services
- LOCATION: Broadview Properties (Greater Toronto Area)
- POSITION STATUS: Full-time Behavioural Therapist
- HOURS OF WORK: 40 Hours per week, scheduled to work mornings, afternoons, evenings and Weekends, rotating as applicable.
- PAY RATE: $80,000 - $83,000
- CLOSING DATE: January 26 at 11:59 pm
Who We Are
The Salvation Army is an international Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible; its ministry is motivated by love for God and the needs of humanity. Broadview Village has 40+ years of providing outstanding support to adults with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges.
Mission Statement
The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.
Core Values
The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:
Hope: We give hope through the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.
Dignity: We respect and value each other, recognizing everyone’s worth.
Stewardship: We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.
The Salvation Army will accommodate candidates as required under applicable human rights legislation. If you require a disability-related accommodation during this process, please inform us of your requirements.
At Broadview Village we are committed to living as an inclusive organizational culture by:
- Purposefully cultivating and promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion of all persons regardless of their differences
- Not accepting any discrimination, intolerance or inequitable treatment and committing to working together to combat these actions wherever they may be found
- Valuing the unique differences inherent in all of us
- Gaining inspiration and support through the collective voices and actions of all of us
Why Join our Team?
By becoming a staff member with The Salvation Army, you will:
- Enjoy a flexible schedule
- Work within an employee culture that values career development through succession planning, skills based training and internal mentorship.
- Maintain your health and well-being with a corporate membership discount to Goodlife Fitness
- Have access to various employer-paid training and tuition assistance programs
- Benefit from employee programs for short and long-term disability, RRSP contributions and employee and family assistance plans
- Be recognized for your valued contribution by our employee recognition and celebration programs
- Benefit from Leaders who have adopted the Servant Leadership model “we are here to support you”.
- Be a part of setting trends in a focused, highly collaborative and diverse work culture
- Take pride in making a meaningful and impactful difference the lives of those we serve
- Nurture a passion for working with vulnerable people
- “… love what you do and do what you love”
About the Role:
We are currently hiring a Full-Time Behavioural Therapist. This position reports to the Director - Quality, Risk and Education and is currently assigned to work at Broadview Properties (Greater Toronto Area). This is a full-time position that works 40 Hours per week, scheduled to work mornings, afternoons, evenings and Weekends, rotating as applicable., flexible to meet program needs.
The Behavioural Therapist provides Applied Behaviour Analytic (ABA) assessment, treatment, consultation, workshops, education and resource support to clients and their families. Additionally, support is provided in both the developmental and the mental health sector with the goal of reducing challenging, responsive behaviours and enhancing skills. He/she is required to perform his or her duties in a manner consistent with The Salvation Army - Broadview Village core values and ethics, ensure resident/participant safety, and demonstrate customer service excellence.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Therapeutic Services:
- Conduct behavioural assessments on referral from any/all of the programs being operated by Broadview Village
- Utilizing a mediator model of service, structure intervention programs for staff to carry out, monitor progress, evaluate effectiveness, and revise plans as necessary
- Provide advice and support to any programs within Broadview Village and/or with external partners as directed by the Director of Quality, Risk and Education
- Support and adhere to Broadview Village’s Vision, Mission, and Values
- Record, maintain, and manage complete and accurate documentation relating to each case in accordance with standards and policies
- Support clients including those suffering from developmental conditions manage behavior and aggressive actions
- Maintain appropriate personal and professional boundaries with staff, clients, etc.
- Support the Senior Leadership Team in establishing and sustaining care in a manner that is resident/participant centred and fosters evidence based best practice
- Maintain a safe and positive living and working environment through compliance with policies and procedures, rules and regulations governing facilities safety and safety in the work place
- May facilitate communication in complex care issues to foster positive resident/participant outcomes as may be required
Workshop and Educational Sessions:
- develop and deliver workshops, educational sessions and material within the role’s scope of practice and in-line with the philosophies of Broadview Village
- monitor and assess effectiveness and relevance of educational programs and make revisions as necessary
- keep abreast of emerging behavioral management strategies and best practices and incorporate appropriate ideas into educational programs
Relationship Management:
- Develop and build a relationship of trust with clients and families; maintaining confidentiality, sensitivity, integrity, fairness, and respect
- Collaborate with the department heads to assess and review treatment plan options and alternatives, assess trends, address any issues or areas of concern, and find solutions and areas of improvement
- Collaborate with external resources and programs to identify additional/alternative options for clients and their families
- Promote a positive working environment with the service providers and Broadview Village
- Maintain positive communication between Broadview Village and the community
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Carries a cell phone and is expected to respond to calls as required
- May be required to travel 31 to 70% of the time
- May have varying work schedules depending on client/department needs
- Serves people with behavioural issues
- Usually works at day programs, group homes, and other community locations
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Qualifications and Certifications:
- Degree in Occupational Therapy or Behavioural Sciences is preferred; or Degree in Psychology with additional specific expertise in Behavioural Analysis
- Graduate certificate in Applied Behavioural Analysis or equivalent is an asset
- A combination of equivalent experience and education may be considered
Experience and Skilled Knowledge Requirements:
- Depending on education level and Behavioural Analysis expertise, 1 to 2 years’ experience may be sufficient for this role. Other degrees (i.e. BSW) would require 3 to 5 years of Behavioural Analysis experience
- Comprehensive theoretical and practical knowledge of ABA principles
- Specialized knowledge required for conducting functional assessments
- Demonstrated, broad-based knowledge and experience working with adults with developmental disabilities, including mental health and/or autism, and a consultative model of service delivery
- Knowledge of community-based services and systems
- Knowledge of or experience using an adult education model and crisis prevention/intervention
- Experience with assessing mediator abilities/challenges and modifying strategies to meet their needs
- Demonstrated experience working with adults, and participating on an interdisciplinary team
- The successful candidate must provide an acceptable Police Records Check (Vulnerable Sector Screening)
Skills and Capabilities:
- Knowledge and familiarity with computer operations and software applications, including resident/participant records, and staff scheduling
- Demonstrated skill in leadership, including experience with setting and achieving strategy, goals and objectives; budget control, problem solving, conflict resolution and effective human and fiscal resource management
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills in English
- Demonstrated commitment to a resident/participant centered leadership style
- Demonstrated commitment to treating others with respect and dignity
- Demonstrated commitment to continuing professional development
- Demonstrates relevant understanding of, and compliance with, legislative knowledge of the Employment Standards Act, Human Rights Act, collective agreement and other applicable legislation as required
- Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills including the ability to mentor and develop staff
- Commitment to the care of people with differing abilities
- A collaborative team approach with all managers and staff and creating a working climate that is positive and mutually supportive
- A valid drivers license
- It is an expectation of the role to be certified in Standard First Aid/ CPR and NCI and use it in practice on a regular basis
- Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs. and apply effective body mechanics and meet the physical demands of the position.
- Supports the Vision, Mission and Values of The Salvation Army’s Broadview Village
- Fluency in French is considered an asset
- A valid drivers license
We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Internal Applicants, please advise your managing supervisor of your intentions prior to submitting your application.
