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[Dione Costanzo]

Hi everyone,

Here is an announcement from the Autism Education Society:

The Autism Education Society will be providing a forgivable loan of up to $35000 to pay for the tuition of a Masters degree in ABA. The successful applicant must attend a university that provides intensive clinical and theoretical experience. Our only proviso is that the recipient returns to BC and work in the Interior. This opportunity is ideal for anyone who has experience as a BI and has completed a Bachelors degree.

The application deadline is October 21, 2011. The successful applicant will be chosen by November 10th, 2011.

See http://www.autismeducationsociety.com for more information and a list of eligible universities.

AS WELL, we hope to provide funding for a second and third applicant. Please let us know if you are able to help fundraise for this cause or you can donate through our website or send a check made out to Autism Education Society.

[Cathy Fitzhugh]

Hello FEAT readers,

Time has come again: We need a new lead therapist for our team.

Our nine year old daughter is high functioning, verbal, gentle, affectionate, and very entertaining. Her therapy is fascinating, and her progress is swift. She has been doing ABA for six years.

We work under the guidance of Kim Kirsch and the Early Autism Project, hence, it is a home-based ABA program.

Previous experience with ABA programs is a must.
Previous lead experience would be swell.

Initial training will be provided by our lead therapist along with follow up sessions.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: running sessions on your own, arranging team meetings once a month, overlapping with our consultant, providing reports to the consultant, working on scheduling, and overlapping therapists.

You will also need to provide feedback to the therapists and ourselves, train new therapists, oversee data recorded, probe new targets, and coach the team.

Our team meetings are currently held once a month on a Thursday evening from 5:00-6:30.

You should be FUN, responsible, dedicated, and creative. You need to have strong play skills, a positive attitude, and lots of energy and patience. You are a good multitasker, are organized, encouraging, enthusiastic, and responsible.

You also need to be able to take constructive feedback and implement it immediately. A current criminal record check will be required. Your salary will be negotiable based on your experience and your performance.

We live in central Vancouver near Main and Broadway, and, near Cambie and 22nd

Please e-mail your resume to scissorhappy@shaw.ca with "Lead Therapist Position" as the subject or call me at 604-709-6003.

Looking forward to hearing from you,

Thanks,
{Cathy Fitzhugh}

[Cathy Fitzhugh]

{Hey There}
We are looking for a dedicated, encouraging, enthusiastic, responsible, and creative person to join our home-based ABA program. We live in central Vancouver near Main and Broadway.

Our nine year old daughter is high-functioning, has been receiving ABA therapy for seven years, and is very verbal, affectionate, and fun. Her programs are fascinating, and her progress is swift. We work with the Early Autism Project and our consultant is Kim Kirsch.

Beyond running programs in the apartment, you will be helping her learn to socialize with other children through facilitated play dates, take community outings, play games, and go to the playground. There is a lot of laughter involved in her sessions.

Previous experience with autistic children would be an asset, but, we are also interested in individuals with a psychology or special education background. Initial training will be provided by our lead therapist along with follow up sessions.

This position will appeal to people with an interest in psychology, education, special education, speech/language pathology or any other career involving children and clinical therapy.
This is not only a very good opportunity to gain training and job experience with minimal qualifications but also a fabulously rewarding experience.

All applicants should have strong play skills, have a positive attitude, be good multi-taskers, be able to take constructive feedback and implement it immediately, and should have lots of energy and patience. Our team rocks! And we really appreciate what YOU do.

As a therapist, you need to be able to commit to: two or three, two-and a half-hour shifts a week, plus attend monthly team progress meetings on Thursdays 5:00-6:30.

You also must be able to commit to the team for at least one year. Salary is negotiable and is based on experience. And as par, a current criminal record check will be required.

Please e-mail resumes to scissorhappy@shaw.ca
Thanks Very Much,

{Cathy}

[ABA]

Swimming/Skating Tutor Wanted:

An experienced swimming/skating tutor to work one on one with a fun 6 years old autistic boy with his gross motor skills development.

Each session is 2 hours in length and we require at least 1 or 2 sessions one weekday or on the weekend afternoons.

Requirements:

– Have experienced in working with school age kids with special needs.
– Be good at swimming and skating.
– Have genuine interest in children with special need and is fun, engaging, energetic, direct in language and with great play skills!

Qualifications:

– Must be at least 19 years of age.
– A clear criminal record check completed prior to starting.
– A car with valid driver’s license.

This is a great opportunity for students who welcome the opportunity to further develop their skills and gain some working experience with special need child especially those in psychology, social work or education programs.
Pay based on experience and skills. Please email your resume/cover letter to abagerneral@gmail.com including the available date and the pay expectation.

[Sue Robinson]

Hello everyone!
Now that my children have grown, it's time to get back to a career that I want to do. I will be enrolling in the Surrey College ABA program next year, but I need hours. While I realize I do not yet possess all the qualifications you require, consider me a sponge, a new face, whatever you want, but please do consider me.

Yes, I have a recent criminal record check, and yes, I am a safe driver having 43% for over 20 years.
Yes, I have some experience with ASD, but mostly a variety from ADHD to Down Syndrome to behaviour challenges. 18+ years in Daycare and/or teaching work experience. Plus some courses years ago.
Yes, I am available 6 mornings and 4 afternoon/evenings. Of course for a year or as long as you need.
Yes, I have references. One is the school principal where I've worked 4 years as noon supervisor. I have others and will supply contact info when replying to your email.
Yes, I love to play. I love to laugh. I have patience, and I have intuition.
Yes, I have passion. I've always had passion. But passion is not enough. I need training.
Yes, I need to be hired as a member of your team.

Thank you! Sue Robinson
Please contact me at suanthro_011955@hotmail.com
(ps that space in my email is an underscore)

[Claudia Martinez]

We are currently looking for a Behavioural Interventionist to work with our sweet 3.5 year old daughter with autism. You will be joining an already established ABA team, under the Supervision of Dr. Suzanne Jacobsen/ Behavioural Consultant and Dennis Tal/Program Manager.

As a therapist you need to commit to two or three, 2.5 hours shift, in addition to attending Monthly meetings. Training will be provided. We would like someone that has a genuine interest in kids with autism and would like to pursue a career on this area, it would be ideal if the candidate has some experience as a BI or some courses on this area.

Looking for someone that have really good play skills and likes to have fun with kids.

Location of work is Maple Ridge.

Salary is negotiable and is based on experience.

Requirements:
• Fast Learner
• Able to work independently
• Must be 19 years of age or older
• Must have a criminal record check
• Must be willing to commit to a one year term
• Must be able to provide 2 references
• Have reliable transportation

If you are interested in this position, please send your resume to autismmapleridge@hotmail.com

[Renee Pupetz]

Looking for Therapist as well as Respite for My two Children.My son Is 3 and a half and has been working in ABA home program led by Bohdanna POPowycz Kvam for almost two years.My Daughter who is just over Two was recently diagnosed with PDD-NOS.We will be starting a team for her in the next few weeks.Person must have a valid drivers license as some of the Therapy will be out in the community.Must be will to work with both children occasionally (peer play) and respite as well.Most Therapy is play based so having natural play skills/experience is a must.A criminal record check will be required as well.My children are very social and charming.If you are interested please email at reneepupetz@hotmail.com

WE are located in Coquitlam near Coquitlam Center.

[Tim C]

For sale: Problem Solvers CD

I purchased this software from Different Roads to Learning and loaded it into my computer and then realized that my 9 year old was too old for this, so it wasn't really used. It was $50 new plus a lot of shipping, and I'm selling it for $40. Located in Surrey around 192nd Street and 72nd Avenue.

Please email aba.team@shaw.ca if you are interested.

[Dione Costanzo]

Parent Course – Register Now!

Parenting in the World of Autism:
Creating an atmosphere for success (without losing your mind)

REGISTER HERE: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/JBBZR6R

Location: Douglas College – Westminster Campus
700 Royal Avenue, New Westminster, BC
1 block from New West Skytrain Station
Room: #2217
Time: First Thursday of the month: 6:30-9:30 pm
Dates: Oct. 6, Nov. 3, Dec. 1 in 2011
Jan. 5, Feb. 2, Mar. 1 and Apr. 5 in 2012
Fee: $120.00
Please send your cheque payable to the "ABA Support Network" to 1176 Keil Crescent, White Rock, BC, V4B 4W1 to secure your place in the course.

Class Structure:

The classes will consist of a variety of presentations, guided discussions, brief exercises, video demonstrations and question and answer times. Rather than a traditional lecture style, the classes are designed with a “round table” approach, where parents can bring questions, ideas and input in order to facilitate discussion. The presenters will endeavor to provide a broad, conceptual framework for the classes, in order that parents may take the information to their own consultants and teams, in order to structure details, strategies and programs specific to their child.

Readings (all books and other readings are included in the course fee) :

SOS Help for Parents: A Practical Guide for Handling Common Everyday Behavior Problems. Author: Lynn Clark.

The Power of Positive Parenting. Author: Glenn I. Latham

Additional materials will be provided by the instructors.

About the Instructors:

Danielle Eeuwes has worked with children and youth with autism for 11 years. She is currently working on her MSc in Applied Behavior Analysis and is working as a Junior Behavior Consultant supporting individuals with autism on Vancouver Island in home, school and community environments. Contact Danielle at: danielleeeuwes@gmail.com

Tyla Frewing has recently completed a M.Sc. in Applied Behavior Analysis and is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA). Tyla has worked with children and youth with autism for 10 years, and currently provides behavioral consultation to children and youth in the home and school environments. Contact Tyla at: tyla_frewing@yahoo.ca

Leah Mumford has worked with children and youth with autism for 12 years, and is working on her MEd in Special Education at UBC. She is currently working as a Junior Behavior Consultant supporting people with autism and their families in home, school and community environments. Contact Leah at: leahmumford@gmail.com

Sarah Pastrana has worked with children and youth with autism for 10 years. She is a Junior Behavior Consultant currently working on her thesis to complete her MSc in Applied Behavior Analysis. Contact Sarah at: sarahpastrana@hotmail.com

Theresa Tournemille has worked with individuals with autism for 11 years and has recently completed a Masters of Science in Behavior Analysis from St. Cloud State University. She has co-developed a premier model for 24-hour teaching homes (based on the principles of ABA) and is currently providing behavior consultation services under Dr. Sara White (BCBA-D) and Nate Searle (BCBA). Contact Theresa at: theresa.tournemille@gmail.com

Course Creation:

We would like to thank Dr. Sara White, BCBA-D and Sharon Baxter, MA, BCBA for reviewing and providing input and feedback on all course materials. Without their guidance and supervision, the creation of this course would not have been possible!

[Peggy P Yu]

It would help if I provided you with my email address: pyu607@hotmail.com

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