Full-time Regular

Etobicoke, ON

Open until filled

Interested in working with an amazing team that really cares? Then you should join Lumenus! At Lumenus we illuminate a seamless pathway to optimal wellbeing for our clients. As one of the largest mental health agencies in Ontario, we offer a broad range of high-quality mental health, developmental and community services for infants, children, youth, individuals, and families across Toronto. We are a passionate, dynamic and growing agency. We offer a competitive salary, employer paid benefits, ongoing training, and career development opportunities!

Lumenus Community Services is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We value a recruitment and selection process that is inclusive and barrier-free and we encourage applications from all individuals including, but not limited to, all cultures, religions, racialized communities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.

Lumenus Community Services is looking for a Clinical Supervisor, Autism Services. The Clinical Supervisor leads and supervises a team of Therapists delivering behaviour services based on Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). They will ensure effective operation of Autism Services through clinical supervision and support for clients and their families in matters related to behavioural interventions at home and in the community.

As a member of the Lumenus Management Team, the Clinical Supervisor, Autism Services is responsible for implementing and monitoring the Agency's Autism Services strategic plan as it relates to the program's purpose and is responsible for the quality, efficiency and effectiveness of the program.

TO APPLY: Interested applicants are invited to apply through the following link: https://lumenus.ca/careers/

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct functional and behavioural assessments and write Clinical Programs
• Develop, implement and monitor individualized treatment plans for children and youth with ASD in accordance with OAP guidelines
• Participate in the treatment planning process
• Conduct on-site supervision of direct client service delivery
• Ensure the clinical program is delivered according to prescribed standards of service and clinical practice
• Communicate with families, caregivers, and other professionals involved in the individual's care to ensure a coordinated approach to treatment.
• Use data to make informed treatment decisions
• Train, coach, supervise and evaluate Therapists
• Support ongoing training and professional development of Therapists
• Contribute to effective cross-sector linkages

Administrative Responsibilities

• Carry out administrative functions in support of service delivery
• Provide administrative supervision to a team of Therapists, hire staff, provide coaching
• Monitor clinical performance and complete ongoing learning plans and performance appraisals
• Participate in, and contribute to, the Agency's Leadership and Management functions as relevant
• Ensures adherence to professional standards of service consistent with legislative requirements, directives and expectations of agency and Ontario Autism Program ( OAP).
• Prepare and submit accurate, timely service statistics as required
• Ensure service targets are met (Behaviour Plans completed, clients served, direct service hours and positive clinical outcomes for clients) and informs Clinical Director of strategies to address obstacles to meeting these as they present.
• Completes serious occurrence reports in a timely manner and monitors incident reports; follows the current Ministerial Guidelines in reporting serious occurrences, sensitive case reviews, duty to report guidelines and training staff.
• Ensures that program support staff is providing effective administrative support.
• Ensures adherence to agency policies and procedures and practices.
• Completes and signs-off time sheets and approves service related expenses for staff.
• Schedules and deploys staff ensuring coverage for sickness, vacations, professional development, etc.
• Implements relevant program evaluation processes that ensure the program is meeting expected outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• Must possess a Master's degree in psychology or related field with current clinical expertise and knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorders
• Must have 3 to 5 years' work experience in the provision of ABA to children and or youth with autism, or relevant experience
• Must be registered and in good standing with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analyst
• Must have a thorough understanding of principles and conceptual issues of ABA
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Knowledge of communication assistive software applications is an asset (Pro-loquo2go)
• Experience in supervising employees is preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, and administrative skills
• Demonstrates superior English communication skills both oral and written.
• Fluency in more than one language is considered an asset and proficiency in French is preferred
• Demonstrates the ability to engage in respectful interactions with others and address situations in ways that respect diverse backgrounds and lived experiences
• Must have a strong work ethic, that includes but is not limited to:
  • Integrity
  • Accountability
  • Punctuality
  • Regular and consistent attendance

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Satisfactory clearance under the Vulnerable Sector Screening process
• Must be able to work flexible hours as working evenings and weekends (Saturdays) is required
• Valid and current First Aid and CPR certification
• Valid and current SMG Training (Safe Management)

TO APPLY: Interested applicants are invited to apply through the following link: https://lumenus.ca/careers/

We ask applicants to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner

Company DescriptionLumenus offers a broad range of high quality mental health, developmental, autism and early years intervention services to children, youth, families, and adults across Toronto. We offer a dynamic and enriching work environment, one that provides opportunities for growth and personal fulfillment. As a team we work together to ensure every Lumenus client has the support they need to be seen, be heard, be well.Company DescriptionLumenus offers a broad range of high quality mental health, developmental, autism and early years intervention services to children, youth, families, and adults across Toronto. We offer a dynamic and enriching work environment, one that provides opportunities for growth and personal fulfillment. As a team we work together to ensure every Lumenus client has the support they need to be seen, be heard, be well.