POSITION POSTING
SERVICE AREA: Community Services - Ontario Autism Program (OAP) - School Support Program
LOCATION: Kerry's Place Central Region - York/Simcoe
POSITION STATUS: Permanent Full - Time
HOURS OF WORK: 37.5 hours per week (Days, Evenings, Weekends; Flexibility Required)
ANNUAL PAY RATE: $70,494.00 - $83,367.00
CLOSING DATE: 4:30pm, April 30, 2024
THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO: Internal and External Applicants
Are you looking for a meaningful career full of lifelong learning and everyday adventures?
At Kerry's Place, we help enhance the quality of life for more than 8000 people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) each year! Our dedicated team of professionals have become experts in the field through our continuous training and development programs. Get ready for a fun and vibrant career because every day is an adventure at Kerry's Place!
Why Join our Team?
We offer an amazing compensation package with a strong focus on health and wellness. We re proud to offer our employees:
4 Weeks of Paid Vacation per year to start
Additional 2 Paid Flex Days annually
Employer Paid Group Benefits Program
Employer Matched Pension Program (3% employer match)
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (optional)
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Employer-Paid Training Programs
Corporate Membership discount for Goodlife Fitness
Career Development & Internal Growth Opportunities Available
About the Role:
As part of the Kerry's Place Autism Services management team, the Clinical Supervisor is responsible for the: leadership and supervision, quality outcomes for the persons we support and the quality assurance measures to provide efficient and effective provision of supports and services for persons diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and their families.
About the Program:
Community Clinical Services (CCS) - Through a comprehensive, strengths-based, bio-psycho-social approach; support is provided to help individuals learn new skills and meet individualized goals in a variety of areas such as communication, social interaction, play and leisure, motor skills, activities of daily living, and more.
Caregiver Mediated Early Years Services (CMEY) - children ages 12 months to 48 months (4 years); mediator coaching focuses on supporting caregivers to help their children learn new skills and meet individualized goals in the areas of social interaction, play, communication, emotional development, adaptive development and self-help skills
Entry to School (ETS) - children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder between the ages of 3 to 5 years old. This skill building group focuses on building skills prior to starting school, followed by six-months of transition supports and individualized consultation. Areas of focus include communication, play, social interaction, functional routines, behavioural self-management, pre-academics, learning and attention.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Through actions, supports the Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan of Kerry's Place.
As a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA ), the Clinical Supervisor is responsible for leading a team of clinical specialists and/or direct support teams, providing ongoing supervision, training, leadership and mentoring to the team of Behaviour Therapists. The Clinical Supervisor is available to provide supervision hours to employees pursuing a credential (e.g., RBT BCaBA , and BCBA ).
Review and approve behaviour plans and protocols, and is responsible for ongoing monitoring of the design and delivery of plans/protocols that are consistent with Ontario Regulation 299/10 Quality Assurance Measures as well as the Ministry Policy Directives for adults with a challenging behaviour and/or the clinical framework and guidelines of the Ontario Autism Program.
Conduct functional behaviour assessments, including functional analysis, interpretation and summary of data and results.
Clinically accountable for the development, delivery and evaluation of plan processes, including opportunities for research. Conducts on site clinical supervision of direct service delivery and implementation of behaviour plans.
Responsible for ongoing program evaluation and modifications as needed to behaviour plans including signing off on plans in OAP (Attestation).
Ensure the health and safety of persons supported in accordance to Ontario Regulation 299/10 Quality Assurance Measures, Provincial and Municipal regulations and by-laws.
Ensure professional and thorough records are maintained and up to date for all persons being served.
In collaboration with Human Resources, provide appropriate staffing to meet the needs of the persons we support through effective recruitment, selection, and orientation.
Maintain each operation within budget (includes authorization of expenditures).
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
Master's Degree
Board Certified Behaviour Analyst in good standing
Knowledge and Experience:
5 years of experience conducting comprehensive behaviour assessments, development of behaviour interventions and analysis of data.
Strong knowledge of the Developmental Services sector.
Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder and evidence-based treatment models and approaches.
Experience working as a professional within a clinical multidisciplinary team that follows a bio-psycho-social model of treatment and intervention.
People management including mentoring, coaching, training and development.
Experience overseeing implementation of behaviour plans.
Competency and effective use of database and Microsoft systems,
Working knowledge of related legislation and regulations such as: Employment Standards Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Services and Supports to Promote the Social Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities Act, etc.
Demonstrated leadership experience in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorder, and/or developmental disabilities is preferred.
Experience working with children, youth, and their families is considered an asset.
Experience working with adults in residential settings is considered an asset.
French language is an asset.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Must have the ability to complete the Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) certification, First Aid/CPR as well as perform the required physical techniques. Training will be provided.
Position requires flexible hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Provide on-call coverage (which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays).
A personal vehicle is required for frequent business travel, as well as a valid G2 license, and proof third party liability insurance coverage.
As a condition of employment, all employees must have and provide proof of full Covid-19 Immunization. Where a person is unable to vaccinate for human rights protected reasons, an accommodation may be provided.
Kerry's Place is an equitable employer and is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from all qualified persons. Kerry's Place is also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
We thank all applicants for your interest in Kerry's Place Autism Services.