10/09/2026
POSITION: Behavioural Consultant for Early Intervention Therapy Program
37.5 hours per week
COMPETITION CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Say goodbye to long commutes and hello to nature. Hiking trails, mountains, lakes, rivers & creeks! Come explore Quesnel, located on the traditional territory of the Lhtako Dene Nation, at the confluence of the Quesnel and Fraser Rivers. You can spend your leisure time walking the River Front Trail, exploring historic Barkerville, canoeing the Bowron Lake Chain, River Rafting, Cross Country or Downhill Skiing - there’s lots to do in the Cariboo. The bonus is that with a home-base in Quesnel, you are within easy access of many more adventures in any direction: the northern Rockies, the Chilcotin, Vancouver, Whistler, the Interior, Haida Gwaii.
The Quesnel & District Child Development Centre is a not-for-profit registered charity that is responsible for providing a wide range of services for children who require extra support and their families. As a member of the Early Intervention team at the Q&DCDC, the Behavioural Consultant is responsible to conduct comprehensive behavioral assessments, develop and implement behavioral interventions and provide individual/group services to children & youth involved with the Early Intervention Program. The successful candidate will be a strong team player committed to working within an interdisciplinary team at the Q&DCDC. The position involves working in community-based settings with a dynamic team of families, childcare providers, and allied professionals dedicated to providing the highest standard of integrated family-centered service.
THE REQUIREMENTS:
• Masters Degree in Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Education, or other relevant health related discipline.
• A minimum of two (2) years' recent experience providing direct behavioural assessment to pre school children with complex care needs and neurodevelopmental conditions.
• Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) certification.
• Demonstrated ability to be a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Prior pediatric experience preferred
• Valid driver licence and reliable vehicle
• Passed criminal record check
• Current First Aid Certification
THE PREFERENCES:
• Ability to relate effectively with parents, children, and school personnel
• Physical ability to carry out the duties of the program
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Effective in a team environment that values the contribution of all members
• Superior organization and planning skills
• Evidence of a shared, reflective, adaptive leadership style
• Desire to be involved in professional development
• Innovation in learning and teaching
• Commitment to individual and organizational accountability
THE SALARY & BENEFITS: Beginning $44.85 per hour plus a full range of benefits – Commensurate with the H.S.A. Health Science Professionals Collective Agreement
SUBMIT RESUME TO: Melanie MacDonald, Executive Director
Mail: 300-488 McLean Street, Quesnel, BC V2J 2P2
Phone: 250-992-2481 Fax: 250-992-3439
E-mail: [email protected]
