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JOB OPPORTUNITY - Behaviour Analyst - Full-Time Contract

Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Status: Full-Time 1 Year Contract
Union/Non: This is a unionized position
Rate of pay: $39.19 per hour

This position is a temporary maternity leave coverage role within our organization.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Behaviour Analyst will work within a recovery based model of care to provide time limited, in-patient behaviour therapy services to individuals with challenging behaviors related to their mental health diagnosis. Using a bio-psychosocial approach and encompassing the Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) functions of data collection and analysis, behavioural analysis and behavioral intervention, the Behaviour Analyst will collaborate with the various disciplines within the program in the development of integrated formulations and care interventions in accordance with evidence-based practice approaches. The Behavioural Analyst will work with clients, families, staff and service providers to develop and implement individual behavioural support plans. You will liaise with other services at Youthdale such as Inpatient services, Live in Treatment, as well as community agencies in developing a care plan for behaviour needs to improve safety, learning and skills.

The Behaviour Analyst will act as co-facilitator for in-patient group programming, as well as facilitates group therapy and individual counselling in the outpatient services.

The Behaviour Analyst will possess knowledge of risk assessment and work to mitigate risk and encourage client’s stabilization. The Behaviour Analyst will be able to work with clients from diverse populations, contribute to program development, support families, provide behavioural education, support, and supervise students. The position involves working in collaboration with the Aftercare team, in discharge planning.

ACCOUNTABILITY

This position reports directly to: Director, Quality & Interprofessional Practice
Works collaboratively with the inter-professional team, client families/guardians, and community resources

CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Fosters positive interpersonal relationships with the staff, clients, and visitors, outside agencies, government officials and related professional
• Maintains and adheres to organizational policies and
• Maintains and adheres to all relevant
• Attends work on a regular and consistent
• Works safely in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the Agency Health and Safety
• Demonstrates clinical practices, which are consistent with the mission, vision and philosophy of Youthdale Treatment

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct behavioural assessments including Functional Analysis, and others.
• Collect and tract data on progress of intervention.
• Deliver direct behavioural services based on the principles of ABA, to children and youth.
• Create behaviour treatment plans and protocols that are aligned with client and family goals.
• Provide consultation to clients, families, professionals, hospitals, and Live in Treatment programs.
• Offer mediator sessions in the areas of communication, behaviour management/emotional regulation, social/interpersonal skills and daily living.
• Deliver professional development workshops for staff and educational workshops for families.
• Work with various professionals and support staff to develop resources using principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis and effective strategies for socially significant behaviour change.
• Participate in discharge planning offering resources and consultation to implement strategies within the living environment and community setting.
• Be flexible in working some evening hours twice per week to accommodate family’s schedules.
• This service is delivered in-centre based environments and virtual meetings with community or home visits when required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Degree or relevant diploma in Psychology, Social Services/Social Work, Early Childhood Education, Child and Youth Work and/or a Degree or Post-graduate certificate in Behavioural Sciences or Autism Behavioural Science, or completion of Ministry approved training.
• Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) in good standing with the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board is required.
• Have met all registration requirements with the College of Psychologists of Ontario by July 2024.
• Thorough knowledge of behavioural individual treatment and group programming involving data collection, data tracking, graphing, formulation, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Demonstrated experience in providing Behavioural Therapy consultation to interdisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated knowledge of best practices related to treatment of mental health and addiction issues and their impact on individuals, families and caregivers.
• Demonstrated experience utilizing Individual and group counseling skills, including expertise with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), Solution Focused therapy, and Family Therapy required.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent relevant experience (within the past 3 years) working in an inpatient settings.
• In-depth theoretical, practical knowledge of ABA principles.
• Specialized knowledge required for conducting functional assessments.
• Demonstrated, broad-based knowledge and experience working with children and youth with developmental disabilities, including mental health and/or autism, and a consultative model of service delivery.
• Knowledge of community-based services and systems.
• Experience working on an interdisciplinary team and in dealing children and youth who have a dual diagnosis, mental health or complex needs would also be an asset.
• Experience with providing support to schools, families, and Live in Treatment using a mediator model of service delivery would be an asset.
• Awareness of the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace and within the community being served by the position.
• Fluency in another language is an asset.

ABOUT YOUTHDALE TREATMENT CENTRES

Youthdale (https://www.youthdale.ca (https://www.youthdale.ca)) provides comprehensive, integrated mental health services to children and their families, connecting them with the right programs and services, both at Youthdale and in their communities. We meet the complex needs of children and youth with a team of highly skilled and dedicated psychiatrists, psychologists, neurologists and neuropsychologists, social workers, nurses, and child and youth workers. To know more about us and the amazing work that our team does, please visit https://www.youtube.com/@youthdale-ca (https://www.youtube.com/@youthdale-ca)

APPLICATION

At Youthdale, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. Youthdale is committed to providing accommodation in all parts of the hiring process. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please apply with an updated resume by August 1, 2026.

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