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About the Role

As a key member of a multidisciplinary team, the Behaviour Consultant supports children and youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and/or dual diagnoses in achieving meaningful outcomes. This role involves conducting Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBAs), developing individualized skill-based treatment plans, and using data-informed decision-making to guide intervention. The Behaviour Consultant provides direct clinical services, facilitates group programs, and delivers caregiver training and coaching to equip families, caregivers, and educators with practical strategies that promote skill development, independence, and quality of life.

Responsibilities

Conducting direct and indirect assessments, including Practical Functional Assessments (PFAs), to inform treatment planning
Developing, monitoring, and evaluating behaviour support and skill based treatment plans
Reviewing current research and applying evidence-based best practices
Designing data collection protocols and using behavioural data to guide intervention
Collaborating with third parties (Speech and Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists etc.) to support coordinated care
Meeting and obtaining regular feedback from Clinical Supervisor; reviewing client caseloads and material prep
Conducting functional assessments and developing skill based treatment and behaviour support plans
Delivering training, coaching and consultation
Supporting the implementation and monitoring of skill based treatment and behaviour support plans
Leading collaborative caregiver and clinical team meetings and coordinating with multidisciplinary professionals
Coaching on implementation of individualized ABA strategies as outlined in client skill based treatment and behaviour support plans
Provide directions on the development of client specific program materials and resources
Present training, workshops and other presentations to caregivers and community agencies, when required
Have financial accountability/target as it pertains to fee for service caseloads, where required
Participate in meetings and collaborate with external stakeholders/partners as necessary

Requirements

Masters’ degree with Certificate of Registration for a Behaviour Analyst with College of Psychologists of Ontario
A minimum of 2 years direct working experience
Experience assisting in the design, implementation, and monitoring of individualized ABA-based intervention programs for individuals diagnosed with ASD and/or dual diagnoses
Experience training caregivers, behaviour mediators, and/or other related parties
Experience assisting with assessment activities related to the need for behavioural intervention
Experience conducting practical functional assessments and designing skill based treatment and behaviour support plans with families, schools and/or community programs
Demonstrated problem solving and judgment skills
Experience mentoring junior staff
Good communication skills; experience in presenting to large and small groups
Excellent writing skills with previous experience in writing clinical reports
Applied knowledge of community-based service delivery systems
Satisfactory current Vulnerable Sector Check and Criminal Records Check

Skills

ABA-based intervention
Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBAs)
Skill-based treatment plans
Data-informed decision-making
Direct clinical services
Group program facilitation
Caregiver training and coaching
Practical Functional Assessments (PFAs)
Behaviour support plans
Evidence-based best practices
Data collection protocols
Behavioural data analysis
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Clinical supervision
Client caseload management
Material preparation
Training delivery
Coaching
Consultation
Team meetings
Multidisciplinary professional coordination
ABA strategy implementation
Client specific program material development
Workshop presentation
Community agency presentation
Financial accountability
Fee for service caseload management
External stakeholder collaboration
Problem solving
Judgment
Mentoring
Communication
Presentation skills
Writing skills
Clinical report writing
Community-based service delivery systems
Bilingualism

Location

164 Merton Street
Community
Remote

Work Type

Full-time
On-site
Remote

Experience Level

Minimum of 2 years direct working experience
Experience assisting in the design, implementation, and monitoring of individualized ABA-based intervention programs
Experience training caregivers, behaviour mediators, and/or other related parties
Experience assisting with assessment activities related to the need for behavioural intervention
Experience conducting practical functional assessments and designing skill based treatment and behaviour support plans
Experience mentoring junior staff

Education Level

Masters’ degree
Certificate of Registration for a Behaviour Analyst with College of Psychologists of Ontario

Salary/Compensations

$74,300.82-82,675.58

Benefits

Ability to work independently
Off-site client requirements (travel to client homes and community)
Outside normal working hours to meet client needs when necessary

About the Company

Geneva Centre for Autism is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organization in which values, behaviours, systems and structures are in place to facilitate equal access to service and employment.
Geneva Centre for Autism is also committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and selection process.

Equal Opportunity

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
If you require accommodation, Geneva Centre for Autism will work with you to determine how to meet your needs.