Developmental Educator / Behaviour Specialist - Up to 1 FTE
Job No:
AUTISMSA110
Location:
Adelaide
Are you a dynamic and committed professional with a passion for helping people to turn their potential into reality?
Would you enjoy the challenges and learning opportunities presented by working in South Australia's recognised leader in autism, Autism SA?
If so, come and join a dynamic and transforming organisation that supports individuals on the autism spectrum, their families and carers, enabling them to be true to themselves, and to be brilliant.
Autism SA has a strong legacy of being a recognised leader for helping individuals on the autism spectrum and their families in Australia. People on the autism spectrum are at the centre of everything we do. Our expert team deliver a range of individualised and person centred services and support, train professionals and follow evidence based practice. With the biggest social reform for the disability sector among us, Autism SA is further embracing the opportunity for new, different and innovative ways of providing responsive and adaptable services.
We are now seeking to employ a Developmental Educator / Behavioural Specialist to join the Autism SA family on a temporary part time (.8 FTE) or full time basis. This is a temporary role replacing an employee on parental leave for a 12 month period, with the possibility of extension.
The Developmental Educator / Behavioural Specialist will work as part of a trans-disciplinary team to develop and implement a specialised group early intervention program using evidence based practice. This includes:
- Providing a specialised early intervention program to children with Autism Spectrum Disorder attending Foundation Skills Group
- Planning, implementing and evaluating individualised, programs in conjunction with the trans-disciplinary team
- Working as part of the trans-disciplinary team to conuct assessments, set goals and monitor child progress
- Conducting functional behaviour assessments and developing positive behaviour support plans
- Working with team members and families to implement behaviour strategies
- Maintaining records and reports including daily data collection, progress notes and reporting on outcomes
- Facilitating programs in conjunction with key staff and monitoring program resources
- Attending and participating in relevant meetings including reviews and transition meetings when directed and provide reports if required
- Providing specialised advice at key transition times
The role will require you to be self-directed and work under pressure, be able to work with and alongside other professionals and inspire and motivate others.
The position will be based at Salisbury East.
Essential:
- Tertiary qualification in disability and developmental education or related (i.e. Psychology, Disability, Education, Human Services)
- Demonstrated experience working with individuals on the Autism Spectrum
- Demonstrated experience conducting functional behaviour assessments and developing positive behaviour support plans
- Familiarity with goal setting and experience in developing specific goals to meet the child’s developmental needs
- Understanding of a holistic approach to child development
Desirable:
- Previous experience in a trans-disciplinary team
- Previous experience delivering training and/or workshops
For more information about this role, please contact Stephanie Miller, FSG Coordinator: smiller@autismsa.org.au.
To request a position description for this role, please contact hr@autismsa.org.au.
Only applications received via Seek or our website and that include a response to our shortlisting questions, a CV and the contact details of at least 2 referees, will be considered.
Attractive staff benefits are available under Autism SA’s current Enterprise Agreement including salary packaging. Appointment is subject to a current, satisfactory child-related Employment Screening (facilitated through DCSI) and background check.
If working with a progressive organisation to make a real difference inspires you, contact us!
Applications close: Monday 22 January 2018 at 9am
Interviews anticipated: TBA
Help individuals turn their potential into reality!