Board Certified Behaviour Analyst - Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit
Top Benefits
About the role
Board Certified Behaviour Analyst - Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit
Req ID: 208909
Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Hospital
Department: MHA CZ Emerald Hall Psychologist
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 9-Sep-25
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Health Services Manager and working in collaboration with the care team, the Board Certified Behaviour Analyst initiates and coordinates the initial behavioural assessment of referred patients, conducts functional behavioural assessment/analyses, develops behavioural treatment plans, and provides education on behavioural interventions to caregivers and other health professionals. The Board Certified Behaviour Analyst will work with persons with complex clinical presentations (e.g. a dual diagnosis of neurodevelopmental disability and significant psychiatric / behavioural problem) in a variety of settings.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Board Certification in Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) (Master's degree in psychology or other field related to behaviour therapy as approved by the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board)
- Minimum one year employment experience successfully applying: behavioural assessment/analysis; positive behavioural support plans/behavioural interventions; and staff/caregiver education required
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and complex medical needs and behavioural challenges
- Completion of supervised practical training in behavioural analysis as required for certification (Board Certified Behaviour Analyst)
- Completion of graduate level university courses in clinical assessment/evaluation, clinical interviewing and clinical intervention, clinical or applied ethics, principle of learning, motivation, and behaviour analysis as required for certification; additional courses in adult psychopathology, human neuropsychology, cognitive neuroscience, family system are preferred
- Experience with Consultation for Adults with Neurodevelopmental Disorders preferred
- Training or experience with positive behavioural supports and education are assets
- Completion of courses in advanced non‑violent crisis intervention training and suicide / violent risk assessment required, or willingness to complete same.
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
Permanent, Full-Time / 75 Hours Bi‑Weekly
Compensation and Benefits
$42.18 - $52.65 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long‑term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self‑identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQ and others to apply and self‑identify.
Job Segment: Neurology, Counseling, Public Health, Healthcare
About Nova Scotia Health Authority
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between.
We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you.
Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia.
Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning
Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations
Board Certified Behaviour Analyst - Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit
Top Benefits
About the role
Board Certified Behaviour Analyst - Adult Neurodevelopmental Stabilization Unit
Req ID: 208909
Location: Central Zone, Nova Scotia Hospital
Department: MHA CZ Emerald Hall Psychologist
Type of Employment: Permanent Hourly FT (100%) x 1
NSGEU Healthcare Position
Posting Closing Date: 9-Sep-25
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Health Services Manager and working in collaboration with the care team, the Board Certified Behaviour Analyst initiates and coordinates the initial behavioural assessment of referred patients, conducts functional behavioural assessment/analyses, develops behavioural treatment plans, and provides education on behavioural interventions to caregivers and other health professionals. The Board Certified Behaviour Analyst will work with persons with complex clinical presentations (e.g. a dual diagnosis of neurodevelopmental disability and significant psychiatric / behavioural problem) in a variety of settings.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- Board Certification in Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) (Master's degree in psychology or other field related to behaviour therapy as approved by the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board)
- Minimum one year employment experience successfully applying: behavioural assessment/analysis; positive behavioural support plans/behavioural interventions; and staff/caregiver education required
- Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and complex medical needs and behavioural challenges
- Completion of supervised practical training in behavioural analysis as required for certification (Board Certified Behaviour Analyst)
- Completion of graduate level university courses in clinical assessment/evaluation, clinical interviewing and clinical intervention, clinical or applied ethics, principle of learning, motivation, and behaviour analysis as required for certification; additional courses in adult psychopathology, human neuropsychology, cognitive neuroscience, family system are preferred
- Experience with Consultation for Adults with Neurodevelopmental Disorders preferred
- Training or experience with positive behavioural supports and education are assets
- Completion of courses in advanced non‑violent crisis intervention training and suicide / violent risk assessment required, or willingness to complete same.
- Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
Permanent, Full-Time / 75 Hours Bi‑Weekly
Compensation and Benefits
$42.18 - $52.65 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long‑term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Healthcare bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self‑identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQ and others to apply and self‑identify.
Job Segment: Neurology, Counseling, Public Health, Healthcare
About Nova Scotia Health Authority
We are Nova Scotia Health. We are rural and urban. We are in hospitals, health centres and community. We serve individuals and communities from Yarmouth to Cape Breton, from Amherst to Halifax, and everything in between.
We are researchers and learners, looking for new ways to prevent and treat disease and maintain health. We are partners – with community groups, schools, government, foundations and auxiliaries, community health boards and, most importantly, with you.
Most of all, we are a community of caring, compassionate people who care deeply about health, healing and learning. Together with you, we will create a healthier Nova Scotia.
Mission: Working together to achieve excellence in health, healing and learning
Vision: Healthy people, healthy communities – for generations