Registered Psychologists, Social Worker or Behaviour Consultants
Role & Responsibilities:
Analyzing the functions of a child’s behavior with input from the rest of the team. An Antecedents, Behavior, Consequence (ABC) format is often employed as a way to figure out what purpose the behavior potentially serves for the child.
Creating realistic and functional plans of action to work with the child and the family on reducing the incidence of maladaptive behaviors.
Educating and monitoring the team on the implementation of behavior plans and proactive strategies.
Devising appropriate reinforcement schedules and motivational systems.
Supporting skills/strategies to work on issues of anxiety, compulsions, rigidity and stereotypic behaviors.
Providing support and strategies in the development of functional play skills and promotion of social skills.
Promoting safe and successful community participation for the child and family as a whole.
Carrying appropriate liability insurance as required.
Working Conditions
Work environment: family’s home, community, and/or online
Qualifications
Behaviour consultants – diploma/degree (or equivalent) and/or experience in a related field
Psychologist – graduate or post-graduate degrees in Psychology or related field
Social Worker - graduate or post-graduate degrees in Social Work or related field
Registration with the appropriate governing body with Registered or Provisional designation, if required
Experience working with children on the autism spectrum and/or with other special needs
Current clear criminal records check and child/youth intervention check
Alberta driver’s license/vehicle