At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support families while guiding staff in behavioural science.
- Company: Join BGC Central Vancouver Island, a community-focused organization.
- Benefits: Earn $40-$50/hour with extended health benefits and paid training.
- Other info: Flexible hours and a supportive, inclusive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the lives of children and families.
- Qualifications: Must be a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) with relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 50 - 50 $ per hour.
Are you a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) looking to make a profound difference in Nanaimo? Join BGC Central Vancouver Island as our Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Supervisor. In this pivotal leadership role, you will use your expertise in neurodiversity and behavioural science to support families, guide staff, reduce barriers, and help replace crisis with capability. This is a temporary, full-time position providing maternity leave coverage.
What's in it for you?
- Wage: $40.00–$50.00 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience
- Hours: Full-Time (40 hours per week), Monday–Friday
- Location: Nanaimo, BC
- Benefits:
- Extended Benefits (Health, Dental, CI, LTD, DL, AD&D)
- Up to 50% Reduction on Childcare Fees
- 11 Paid Statutory Holidays
- 2 Paid BGCCVI Recognized Holidays
- 3 Paid Holiday Closure Days for full-time staff
- 5 BC Sick Days + 5 BGC Sick Days
- Paid Certificate Renewal
- Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Why This Role?
This isn't just a desk job. You will be actively involved in the community and working at the heart of the family unit while providing leadership and clinical guidance to your team. We value clinical excellence and collaborative practice. In this role, you will apply advanced methodologies, including Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), to create meaningful, measurable change for children, youth, and their families.
How You'll Make a Difference
- Clinical Assessment: Conduct Functional Assessment Interviews and observations to better understand the "why" behind challenging behaviours.
- Strategic Planning: Develop, implement, and oversee individualized PBS and Safety Plans in collaboration with families and a multi-disciplinary team, including schools, psychiatrists, and CYMH professionals.
- Family Coaching: Act as a lead educator and resource for caregivers, helping them understand neurodiversity, including Autism, ADHD, and FASD, while building their skills and confidence in supporting their child's unique strengths and needs.
- Staff Supervision and Leadership: Provide leadership, guidance, mentorship, and support to Child and Youth Care Workers, ensuring staff have the tools, knowledge, and clinical direction necessary to effectively support children, youth, and families.
- Clinical Oversight: Support staff in implementing behaviour support strategies and provide consultation and guidance when navigating complex or challenging situations.
- Advocacy: Navigate complex systems to reduce barriers to service, ensuring families have access to appropriate resources and a strong voice in their care.
- Collaborative Leadership: Work alongside the CYSN team and other community professionals to ensure a coordinated, wraparound approach to care.
What You Bring
- Mandatory Certification: You are a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) in good standing.
- Education: A Master's Degree in Behaviour Analysis, Psychology, Education, or a related Social or Human Services field.
- Specialized Knowledge: Extensive knowledge and practical experience in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), functional assessment, behavioural intervention, and safety planning.
- Experience: A minimum of 3–5 years of direct experience working in the neurodiversity or developmental delay field, with demonstrated experience in behavioural intervention and caregiver coaching.
- Leadership Experience: Experience providing clinical guidance, mentorship, supervision, or leadership to frontline staff is a strong asset.
- Resilience & Empathy: You are skilled at maintaining professional boundaries, communicating clearly under pressure, and providing compassionate, strength-based support to families and staff.
- The Essentials: You have a reliable vehicle for daily community travel and the flexibility to meet the needs of the children, youth, families, and staff you support.
BGC Central Vancouver Island is an equity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, Indigenous people, people of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to a diverse and inclusive staff team.
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Supervisor in Nanaimo employer: BGC Central Vancouver Island
BGC Central Vancouver Island is an exceptional employer for Early Childhood Educators, offering a supportive and vibrant work culture in Nanaimo, BC. With competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a strong focus on professional development, employees are empowered to grow their skills while making a meaningful impact on children's lives. Join a dedicated team that values collaboration and communication, ensuring a fulfilling and rewarding career in early childhood education.
Contact Details:
BGC Central Vancouver Island Recruitment Team
