Behaviour Specialist– Early Intervention Therapy Program - 5 Positions - FTR

 

Position Title:

Behaviour Specialist– Early Intervention Therapy 

Division/Department:

Therapy Services 

Status:

1.0 FTE Regular

Start:

ASAP

Reports to:

Clinical Therapy Operations Manager 

Positions Supervised:

n/a

Affiliation:

HSA

HSP Classification

Disciplines allied to Social Work Grade III

Pay:

$44.85 - $56.02 per hour 

Profile:

P1

About Us

The BC Centre for Ability provides community-based services to enhance the quality of life for children, youth, and adults with disabilities and their families, fostering inclusion in all aspects of life. Our belief that every person is born with the ability to succeed in life on their own terms has enabled us to serve children, youth, and adults with disabilities, and their families, since 1969, when we were first established as the BC Neurological Association. 

 

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a Behaviour Specialist to join our Therapy Services Team. Therapy Services at the BC Centre for Ability includes the Early Intervention Therapy Program, Provincial Outreach Therapy Program, the North Shore School Occupational Therapy Program, the Community Brain Injury Program, and SET-BC. 

The Behaviour Specialist will be working as part of a team to deliver behavioural support to families in our Early Intervention Therapy Program. This position will work with regional teams that also include Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, and Social Workers. The Early Intervention Therapy Program focuses on helping the child succeed in their daily routines and participate in home and community life. The behaviour specialist will work with the interdisciplinary teams to provide services to children within the context of their family and community environments. Effective collaboration, communication, and organizational skills will be paramount for this position. Services will be delivered in family homes, in clinic, community settings, and virtual platforms. Departmental assignments are subject to operational and departmental needs. 

Responsibilities

 

• Provide education and implement behavioural and therapeutic programs using a coaching approach to increase participation at home and in the community

• Administer, conduct, evaluate and supervise behavioural assessments which aid in the designing of positive behaviour support plans

• Use Evidence-Based Practice and a Family-Centred approach to deliver behaviour services

• Use a Trauma-Informed approach to deliver services

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support children and families in their communities 

• Provide mentorship and education to colleagues around the province

• Participate in staff meetings, case reviews, medical liaison meetings, and in-services

• Maintain up-to-date records that meet agency and regulatory body requirements

• Collaborate with community partners

• Undertake additional responsibilities as directed

Qualifications

 

Education, Training and Experience

• Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA)-an accredited graduate degree, proof of coursework in behaviour analysis and a supervised period of practical experience

OR

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Special Education, Educational Psychology, Psychology, or Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) from an accredited post-secondary institution

• A minimum 2-years’ experience working in pediatrics is preferred

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• PRACTICES WITH A COMMITMENT TO INCLUSIVE PRACTICE AND FAMILY-CENTRED CARE

• ENGAGES IN PARENT AND CAREGIVER COACHING TO DELIVER AND IMPLEMENT BEHAVIOUR PLANS 

• DEMONSTRATES A WILLINGNESS TO LEARN ABOUT FAMILIES’ CULTURES AND PRACTICES, AND DEMONSTRATES CULTURAL HUMILITY 

• STRONG COLLABORATOR WHO DEVELOPS EFFECTIVE WORKING RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHERS 

• PROVEN COLLABORATION, COMMUNICATION AND CONSULTATION SKILLS 

• ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY, BOTH VERBALLY AND IN WRITING 

• ABILITY TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY AND AS PART OF A TEAM 

• PROVEN ORGANIZATION AND TIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS ARE REQUIRED 

• ABILITY TO ADAPT TO CHANGE AND EMBRACE NEW TECHNOLOGY 

• COMPETENCY USING A VIRTUAL PLATFORM, ELECTRONIC CLIENT RECORD SYSTEM AND WORD PROCESSING SOFTWARE 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS & PROVISOS 

• REGISTRATION WITH A PROFESSIONAL REGULATORY BODY OR CERTIFICATION BOARD 

• VALID CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK

• VALID BC DRIVER’S LICENSE WITH RELIABLE USE OF A CAR FOR WORK WITH BUSINESS INSURANCE

• PHYSICAL ABILITY TO CARRY OUT THE DUTIES OF THE POSITION

• Works hours are generally 8:30am-4:30pm

 

Benefits & perks: 

Our workplace culture embraces Hope, Kindness, Collaboration, Innovation and Family. We offer meaningful benefits and perks that make a difference for you and your family. Here are some of them. 

• Extended Health and Dental plan 

• Municipal Pension Plan 

• Collaborative team environment 

• Learning and development opportunities 

• Free Onsite Parking 

• Workplace wellness programs 

• Paid Sick leave 

Internal Posting: June 11th, 2026 - June 21st, 2026 

External Posting: June 11th, 2026 - Open until Filled 

Interested? 

If you are personable, have a great attitude, are passionate about delivering exceptional service and have a genuine interest in contributing to the greater good of our organization and our community, we want to hear from you!  filled. 

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The BC Centre for Ability is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all groups. This includes women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+), and others who may contribute to diversity. We also recognize unique styles, perspectives, beliefs and creativity that support a diverse, respectful, inclusive and collaborative work environment.