Posting # 56574 - [ OPSEU Paramed ]

Advanced Behaviour Analyst, Geriatric Psychiatry - G2, H2 - 1 position

Geriatric Psychiatry - G2, H2
Parkwood Institute Mental Health Care - London, ON
Full Time
Salary Range: $36.84 - $50.24 /hour

An exciting new opportunity exists within our Geriatric Psychiatry program for an innovative individual with experience and recognized training in the treatment of persons demonstrating responsive behaviors.

The Advanced Behaviour Analyst, working under the supervision of the psychiatrist, will develop and implement behaviour programs and will train front line staff in the application and integration of these programs to daily care plans. In addition, the Advanced Behaviour Analyst will perform their work as an effective member of the interprofessional care team and will, along with other members of the team, establish a therapeutic milieu on the unit while providing detailed assessment of the function of the behaviour of the individual patients.

Essential Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Applied Disability Studies, Counselling, Clinical or School Psychology.
• Valid registration as a Behaviour Analyst with the College of Psychologists and Behaviour Analysts of Ontario
• A minimum of 2 years related experience providing Behaviour Therapy services to those with intellectual disabilities, particularly those with dual diagnoses and autism.
• Knowledge of a Safety Culture in a Health Care Setting in compliance with the OHSA
• Demonstrated knowledge of theories, methods and techniques in applied behaviour analysis and in developing evidence based programs for those with dual diagnoses.
• An understanding of family dynamics and how they affect coordination of services.
• Demonstrated ability to work in the field independently, without daily supervision while planning and delivering behavioural services.
• An ability to work within a team as well as independently,
• Strong assessment, planning, priority setting and problem-solving skills.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office and Databases.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, crisis intervention and counseling skills.
• Strong empathy for individuals with dual diagnosis.
• Strong interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in Forensic Mental Health Care
• Proficiency in French would be an asset

Teaching and Research

• St. Joseph's Health Care London through its affiliation with Western University and Fanshawe College is a leading research and teaching hospital. As an employee of St. Joseph's, you will be expected to engage in role related teaching and research activities in addition to any of your clinical duties

Immunization Requirements

• Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps rubella, varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, COVID-19 and influenza.
• Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing

Posting date: April 24, 2026
Submission deadline: April 30, 2026

Wade Baillie, Human Resources

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