Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Consultant

Are you a specialist looking to make a profound difference in Nanaimo? Join BGC Central Vancouver Island as a PBS Consultant. In this pivotal role, you will use your expertise in neurodiversity and behavioral science to empower families, reduce barriers, and replace crisis with capability.

What's in it for you?

• Wage: $35.00 per hour
• Hours: Full-Time (40 hours per week), Monday – Friday.
• Location: Nanaimo, BC
• Benefits:
  • Extended Benefits (Health, Dental, CI, LTD, DL, AD&D)
  • Up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees
  • 11 Paid Statutory Holidays
  • 2 Paid BGCCVI Recognized Holidays
  • 3 Paid Holiday Closure Days for full-time staff
  • 5 BC Sick Days + 5 BGC Sick Days
  • Paid Certificate Renewal
  • Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities

Why This Role?

This isn’t just a "desk job." You will be in the community, working at the heart of the family unit. We value clinical excellence and provide a collaborative environment where you can apply advanced methodologies like ABA and PBS to create real, measurable change.

How You’ll Make a Difference

• Clinical Assessment: Conduct Functional Assessment Interviews and Observations to get to the "why" behind challenging behaviors.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement sophisticated PBS and Safety Plans in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team (schools, psychiatrists, and CYMH).
• Family Coaching: Act as a lead educator for caregivers, helping them understand neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD, FASD) and teaching them the skills to support their child’s unique strengths.
• Advocacy: Navigate complex systems to reduce barriers to service, ensuring families have the resources and voice they need.
• Collaborative Leadership: Work alongside the CYSN team and other professionals to ensure a wraparound approach to care.

What You Bring

• Education: A Master’s Degree in Psychology or Social/Human Services is preferred. (A Bachelor’s degree with significant hands-on experience in neurodiversity will also be considered).
• Specialized Knowledge: Deep understanding of Applied Behavioural Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS). BCBA Verified Course Sequence or RBT training is a major asset.
• Experience: 3–5 years of direct service in the neurodiversity or developmental delay field, with a proven track record in behavioral intervention and caregiver coaching.
• Resilience & Empathy: You are a master of personal boundaries, a clear communicator under pressure, and a champion for strength-based family support.
• The Essentials: You have a reliable vehicle for daily community travel and the flexibility to meet families when they need you most

BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.