About the role
The successful candidate will utilize highly developed behavioural intervention skills to provide short-term, intense support for the development and implementation of intervention plans for individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges. These intervention plans will help to facilitate the optimal functioning of individuals with complex needs in their families and/or in the community. The Support Approach Consultant will use behavioural intervention skills to develop quality support plans for front-line teams to implement. The Support Approach Consultant will also support individuals in service through advocacy, skill training and community education. The successful candidate will also support community members and organizations to develop best practices.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Degree in human services from a recognized post-secondary institution or equivalency is required (e.g. psychology, social work)
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required
- Experience working with individuals with dual diagnosis/complex needs preferred
- Experience with Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) an asset
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
- Strong time management skills and ability to manage time effectively within required timelines
- A vehicle is required for this position
Typical Schedule
The typical schedule for the Support Approach Consultant is Monday-Friday from 08:30am – 04:30pm, however some flexibility is required.
Monday-Friday from 08:30am – 04:30pm
About Supported Lifestyles Ltd.
Mission Statement: To provide personalized support to assist people with disabilities to establish a fulfilling lifestyle within the community.
Agency Philosophy: We value each person as they are, with strengths, needs, and potential. We believe that people will grow in ways they wish, when assistance is given along with the chance to learn from life experiences.
We feel that all people have the right to follow their chosen lifestyle. We believe in supporting people to make informed choices about their life and in assisting them to reach their goals. We believe that supporting participation in community life contributes to a fulfilling lifestyle.
About the role
The successful candidate will utilize highly developed behavioural intervention skills to provide short-term, intense support for the development and implementation of intervention plans for individuals with developmental disabilities and/or mental health challenges. These intervention plans will help to facilitate the optimal functioning of individuals with complex needs in their families and/or in the community. The Support Approach Consultant will use behavioural intervention skills to develop quality support plans for front-line teams to implement. The Support Approach Consultant will also support individuals in service through advocacy, skill training and community education. The successful candidate will also support community members and organizations to develop best practices.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Degree in human services from a recognized post-secondary institution or equivalency is required (e.g. psychology, social work)
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities required
- Experience working with individuals with dual diagnosis/complex needs preferred
- Experience with Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) an asset
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills
- Strong time management skills and ability to manage time effectively within required timelines
- A vehicle is required for this position
Typical Schedule
The typical schedule for the Support Approach Consultant is Monday-Friday from 08:30am – 04:30pm, however some flexibility is required.
Monday-Friday from 08:30am – 04:30pm
About Supported Lifestyles Ltd.
Mission Statement: To provide personalized support to assist people with disabilities to establish a fulfilling lifestyle within the community.
Agency Philosophy: We value each person as they are, with strengths, needs, and potential. We believe that people will grow in ways they wish, when assistance is given along with the chance to learn from life experiences.
We feel that all people have the right to follow their chosen lifestyle. We believe in supporting people to make informed choices about their life and in assisting them to reach their goals. We believe that supporting participation in community life contributes to a fulfilling lifestyle.