Bilingual Autism Specialist opportunity with The Government of Prince Edward Island!

• $35 - $44 per hour
• Permanent with pension and benefits
• Flexible working hours with hybrid options
• Relocation assistance funds
• Up to $2,500 annual training funds
• and much more!

Salary Range: $35.33 - $44.16 per hour (Level 18 - UPSE)

Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 hours bi-weekly / Days

Posting ID: 158600-0823EEPO

Department: Education and Early Years

Location: Charlottetown

Position: Full-Time Classified (Commencing Immediately)

The Department of Education and Early Years is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy

This position provides direct intervention as well as educational support for children with a diagnosis of an Autism Spectrum Disorder. The caseload includes both preschool children enrolled in Intensive Behavioral Intervention (IBI) as well as school age children who are enrolled in French schools. The position will also provide coaching and training of involved school or IBI staff and to families enrolled in the Early Years Autism Service. This position reports to the Early Years Inclusion and Diversity Manager.

French School Board Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Conduct observations and conduct formal and informal assessment to assist in the development of appropriate programming;
• Provide consultation and guidance to school teams in the creation and monitoring of IEP goals and objectives, including attending IEP meetings;
• Provide guidance for Functional Behavior Assessments and assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of Behavior Support Plans;
• Maintain written documentation of school consults, student observations and recommendations;
• Provide support to optimize student transitions at school entry or between grades and schools;
• Collaborate with designated school staff in the development of social skills groups;
• Provide suggestions to schools regarding recommended teaching programs/materials/resources and teacher-made visual supports;
• Ensure that interventions with documented empirical effectiveness for children with autism are prioritized and form the basis of educational services.

Early Years Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Design, implement and monitor applied behavioural analysis programming for young children with autism;
• Conduct curriculum-based assessments;
• Address challenging behaviour by conducting functional behavioural assessments and develop positive behaviour support plans (BSP) as needed;
• Accurately assess each child using direct observation; administer formal and informal assessment;
• Provide detailed assessment based, developmentally appropriate teaching programs;
• Evaluate the accurate and consistent implementation of teaching programs, data collection and/or behaviour support plans;
• Facilitate transitions into early childhood centres and schools and other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master?۪s degree in Child Development, Education, Psychology or related field.
• Extensive training in Applied Behaviour Analysis.
• Experience working with preschoolers and school-age children with autism and knowledge in child development.
• Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to manage time, organize work responsibilities, work independently and as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with the public, including both oral and written skills in French and English.
• Excellent computer skills, including email, word processing and presentation applications.
• A valid driver?۪s license and access to a reliable vehicle; extensive travel in the province is required.
• Must have a good previous attendance, work record and a satisfactory vulnerable record check prior to beginning employment.

Other Qualifications:

• Board Certification in Behavior Analysis is preferred.
• Knowledge of Analysis of Verbal Behavior, Augmentative Communication (i.e. Picture Exchange Communication System Sign Language) is preferred.
• Preference will be given to applicants with experience with administration of VB-MAPP assessment.
• Knowledge of effective evidence-based practices for children with autism is preferred.

Preference will be given to UPSE Civil Employees as per the UPSE Civil Collective Agreement.

Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. The successful candidate will be the only individual receiving written notification of competition results.

The "Notification of Successful Candidates" list posted on the Employment Opportunity board will serve to inform all other applicants of competition results.

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return application forms to the PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, CIA 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902)368-4383. DUE T0 THE FACT THAT RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS BY FAX CANNOT BE GUARANTEED, APPLICANTS TRANSMITTING THEIR APPLICATIONS BY FAX MAY WISH TO CONFIRM RECEIPT BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE. Please ensure that the appropriate Posting I.D. number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government Office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephoning 368-4080.