DATE August 31, 2023| EXTERNAL/INTERNAL JOB POSTING 

COMPETITION NO. 23-113

Position: Behaviour Support Worker 

Location:  Parksville, Port Alberni, Comox Valley BC

Hours: Casual-a minimum of 2 shifts a week with possibility of working 5 shifts a week 

We are looking for someone who is interested in working as a Behaviour Support Worker to join our Sources Behavioural Counselling Services (BCS) team! A Behaviour Support Worker provides direct one-to-one support to neurodivergent children and youth. They work as a part of an interdisciplinary team, under the direct mentorship and supervision of a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA).  The successful candidate will be supported in attaining certification as a Registered Behaviour Technician or one of the other levels of certification awarded through the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board. 

About Sources 

SOURCES is a community-based non-profit organization that has been providing support, encouragement, and hope for individuals and families in White Rock, Surrey, Delta, Langley, Prince George, and Parksville for 40 years. We serve 40,000 individuals yearly and that is all owing to our dedicated team. We welcome people of all genders, races, cultures, ethnicities and abilities. We strive to create more vibrant and resilient communities by offering support to children, youth, families, persons with disabilities, seniors, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and others who are coping with isolation, addiction, mental illness, poverty, disability and conflict. We also support our communities through leadership, education and volunteerism. 

SOURCES is also committed to learning about, celebrating and incorporating Indigenous knowledge into our practices as we continue our work in truth, reconciliation, and resurgence. 

We value diversity, respect, and collaboration as we are all striving to promote the same mission—social wellness for our community. 

Description of position 

As a behaviour support worker, you will work directly with children providing a safe, fun, compassionate and educational environment in a variety of locations. You will be supported and overseen by the lead Behaviour Consultant and Clinical Supervisor. 

General Responsibilities: 

• Provide a safe, supportive, and FUN environment for learning in the clients home and the community. 
• Case management and report writing.
• Contribute to a strong team environment.
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled team meetings.
• Some administration duties are required.

Program Specific Responsibilities: 

• Use teaching methods to target specific program goals as directed by a Behavioural Consultant/Analyst and implementing teaching programs and other interventions as outlined on the student’s behavioural plan of intervention.
• Collect data, monitoring, recording, and reviewing client progress with consultant and other team members.
• Develop, teach, and demonstrate the strategies of positive behaviour support.
• Write accurate session notes and maintaining files. 
• Support various clients with skills related to self-advocacy and self-regulation in a fun and meaningful way.

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma, two years post-secondary education in a related field preferred (psychology, education, social work, etc.) 
• Experience working with children with autism and experience/ability managing and responding to aggressive behaviour is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Available for work at least 20 hours/week, possibly weekends and evenings.
• Valid BC driver’s license.
• Criminal record check required.
• Reliable vehicle.
• Ideal candidate is available, primarily, during the afterschool hours.

Start Date: Dependent on finding a qualified candidate/s 

Salary: based on experience 

Closing Date: Sept. 30, 2023 

How to apply: Please email your cover letter and resume to . Please include where you saw this job posting in your email. Thank you.