The Centre for Autism Services Alberta (CFASA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to working alongside Autistic and neurodivergent people and their families. Since 1997, CFASA has made it its mission to provide Autistic and neurodivergent people with meaningful and responsive supports that prioritize each person’s autonomy and equal access to opportunities. Our organization serves individuals over their lifespan. We make it our practice to listen to the community and co-create supports that meet their needs. We partner with families, communities, schools and workplaces to reduce barriers, so that Autistic and neurodivergent people can access the activities and spaces that are important to them. We advocate for authentic inclusion, equality, and Neurodiversity Affirming Supports across all programs. Our organization is built by and for Autistic and neurodivergent people, and we have committed to continuous improvement and learning.
We are a neuro-inclusive employer, and we know that attracting employees from diverse identities makes our work better. If you share our values and our enthusiasm to empower Autistic individuals and their families to thrive, you will find a great career at CFASA. We welcome the unique contributions future staff can bring in terms of their education, opinions, neurotype, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs.
In this role, the Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) is responsible for the development, implementation, and monitoring of neurodiversity-affirming supports in the areas of behavioural support, regulation, and learning. In addition, this position provides direct supervision for Specialized Services Interventionists.
The BCBA must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This position requires focus on initiative, flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Job Summary
- Build trusting, respectful relationships with Autistic children/youth and their families
- Center child motivation, autonomy, and assent in all supports
- Recognize and partner with parents and caregivers as key decision-makers
- Complete strengths-based assessments and interviews to inform family-centered programming
- Monitor and adapt supports to reduce distress and respond to individual needs
- Provide direct support to children/youth and coach caregivers using evidence-based, family-focused models
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to promote holistic well-being and positive mental health
- Provide orientation, training, and ongoing support and mentorship to Learning Support Assistants
As a BCBA, you will receive:
- A competitive salary, generous benefits package and a RSP match
- Opportunities to work from home when services can be provided online.
- A continuous learning environment with paid professional development.
- The opportunity to learn how to play and engage with children.
- Access to a resource library including assessments, programs, and toys/games to support your work.
- A supportive onboarding process with ongoing mentorship including shadow opportunities.
- The opportunity to work with an amazing team!
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) in good standing with the Behavior Analyst Certification Board.
- Excellent Interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Effective organizational, decision-making, and time management skills
- Demonstrated ability to effectively work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
- Current professional liability insurance
- Clean Criminal Record Check
- Clean Child Intervention Check
- Valid certification in Child and Infant CPR and First Aid
Interested?
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