Role overview

Who We Are

The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre is located in the beautiful Fraser Valley, close to nature and city, with many opportunities for outdoor and leisure activities. We acknowledge that we provide our services on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the Stó:lō and Nlaka’pamux peoples. We are a community-based organization providing innovative, strength based, family centered services to children and youth with support needs, and their families. Our work focuses on child development – supporting, advocating, and empowering children and families. Services are delivered in a culture of excellence, diversity, and respect, with a focus on positive outcomes for each child, their families, our staff, and our community. We believe in “Helping Kids Shine”.

We are dedicated to strengthening the well-being, growth and participation of children, youth and their families through innovative evidence-based child development services.

The Fraser Valley Child Development Centre is a flexible, supportive employer that invests in the mental health, wellbeing, and professional development of their staff. FVCDC envisions a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our communities. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code.

We are currently looking for a Behaviour Consultant to join our Early Intervention Program in the Fraser Valley region. If you think you are the right candidate, take the next step and start your application!

About the Opportunity

This position works under the general supervision of the Department Leader - Family Services and is responsible for providing behavioural support services to children and families as part of an integrated Early Intervention team. Working collaboratively with FVCDC team members, community partners, and parents/caregivers, the Behaviour Consultant completes behaviour assessments, develops individualized goals and intervention plans, implements evidence-informed behavioural strategies, monitors and documents client progress, and contributes to the overall service plan for each child and family.

Position Type: Permanent, Part Time

FTE: 0.6

What You'll Do

Collaborates with integrated Early Intervention team and community partners to identify clients/families who would benefit from Behaviour Consultation Services.
Provides a behavioural assessment, when needed, for identified clients, using a family-centered, strengths-based approach.
Develops, documents, implements, monitors, and updates Intervention Plans for clients in collaboration with the family and integrated Early Intervention team.
Develops behaviour management strategies and provides child specific training and hands on demonstration of behaviour interventions for Parents/Caregivers, FVCDC team members and community partners.
Provides support to the Therapy Assistant in implementation of a client’s Intervention Plan.
Contributes to quality improvements of the Early Intervention team, which includes collaborating with team members in the development and evaluation of written procedures, standards, and client materials.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in education, Special Education or Psychology with advanced, specialized training in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). Certified or eligible to be certified RASP category A or BCBA certification.
A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in assessment, planning intervention and working directly with children with challenging behaviours and developmental delays.
Access to a reliable vehicle and a class 5 driver's license.

Skills & Abilities

Ability to foster professional inter-disciplinary teamwork
Effective and professional written and oral communication, including strong listening skills.
Exhibited aptitude in time management, task prioritization and organization
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision
Strong understanding of child development and the impact of diverse abilities on development.
Demonstrated knowledge of family centered practice and relationship-based interventions.
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to organize and facilitate workshops, meetings, groups etc.
Access to reliable vehicle.
Physical ability to perform duties of the position

Why Join FVCDC?

At FVCDC, you'll become part of a collaborative team committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families. We offer:

Competitive wages under the HSA Collective Agreement
Extended Health, Dental and Vision benefits
Municipal Pension Plan
Paid Winter Holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Paid vacation, sick leave and special leave provisions
Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
Flexible work practices
Employer-provided laptop and work cell phone
Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement
Free on-site parking

Travel Requirements

This position involves travel throughout the Fraser Valley to provide services in homes, childcare settings, community locations and FVCDC offices. Work-related travel time and mileage are reimbursed in accordance with Centre policies. This position is based in Abbotsford/Mission.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

FVCDC is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, religion, and Indigenous identity.

Disclaimer:Please directly apply to career opportunities at the Fraser Valley Child Development Centre (FVCDC) on our careers page to make sure your application reaches the Hiring Manager. Any job Postings which are not posted on FVCDC career page are not legitimate job opportunities posted by FVCDC. Please note that FVCDC never requests your SIN number and any personal details prior to the onboarding process.