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Please use this section to advertise for things that are needed or are available for sale (or free). For example, ads for specific A.B.A. therapy materials, therapists, & baby-sitters are welcome. Your message will be distributed to members of the Discussion Group.

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[George Talany]

We are looking for 2 Behaviour Interventionist (ABA therapist) and one Lead therapist to join our established home-based ABA program.

This is position will consist of 8-15 hours/week (with the possibility of more in the future).

Behavior Intervention involves carrying out a specific plan created to develop and enhance communication, academic and play skills, using specific teaching methods, as well as taking and recording data.

*Previous ABA experience is mandatory. More importantly, is your willingness to learn, your dependability and a positive, energetic personality!

Applicants must provide a current and clear criminal record check.

You absolutely must have a strong work ethic, high standards, and be outgoing with an excellent sense of humor and love to have fun (and be silly when needed!). You must also have respect for differently abled individuals, and be willing to take direction.

You must be willing make a one-year commitment to +3 shifts per week. You will also be expected to attend monthly, 2-hour team meetings. Please do not apply if you cannot make this commitment.

***Please have your own reliable transportation. The location is in North Surrey (near Serpentine heights)

Hourly wage is negotiable based on related experience and/or training.

Please send your resume, along with a cover letter, via e-mail.

e-mail address: Izabeilphilips@hotmail.com

[Dione Costanzo]

Hi everyone

I am starting to compile a resource list of practitioners in BC (or available to residents of BC) who do private ASD diagnosis. Please email me if you have any information or experience regarding this ie/who does them, how much does it cost, are there wait lists, how long does diagnosis take, what are the requirements for completing diagnosis, what were the recommendations if any…

THANK YOU for any feedback it is much appreciated!!

Cheers,
Dione

dionec@shaw.ca

[Sandy Elkin]

Help finding BCs & BIs who will service Langley.

I am looking for a B/C and several BIs who will service Langley and has experience with school age children (9year old boy) w/ PDD-NOS. We would like these individuals to have experience with scholastic challenges (dyslexia/self-esteem thus not wanting to work at school or at home on educational work), as well as behaviour at home – disrespectful, rude, defiant towards parents and sibling. Please send your recommendations (or comments on who to avoid) to:
sandrakay@shaw.ca

Best Regards,
Sandy

[Michelle Gatchell]

!!!!BEHAVIOUR INTERVENTIONISTS NEEDED!!!!

Our family is looking to hire 2 BI's to join our home based ABA program. Work will be with a very happy 2 1/2 year old little boy, diagnosed with PDD NOS. Behaviour consultant is Rachel Russell. Experience an asset but not required! Training will be provided. Shifts to be from 9-11:30, 1-3:30 or 3-5:30.

The Applicant Must:

Be 19 years of age
Be patient, fun and energetic!!!
Love to work with kids
Give 1 year commitment
Clear Criminal Record Check

Location is White Rock! Wage will vary depending on related experience and training.

Interested parties email resume to mgatchell@shaw.ca or call Michelle @ 604-535-1202

[Heather Andrews]

Hi everyone,
My name is Heather and I'm looking for work on a home team for the summer months (possibly doing outings). I live in North Vancouver and currently work for the North Van school board working mainly with children with autism. I have been on many different ABA home teams in the past before I started work in the school district 5 years ago. Please let me know if you need some extra help over the summer.

[Liana Maione]

I am posting on behalf of a family:

***** Therapists Wanted *****

We are looking for therapists to work with our two-year-old daughter, in Surrey. She loves to play, is very bright and is a joy to work with. This position is of special interest to students interested in special education and/or psychology and is an exciting opportunity to join an ABA team right from the start!

No experience is necessary (although experience is valued and pay will be commensurate with experience), as training will be provided by our Consultant, Liana Maione, BCBA and our Lead therapist. You must be playful, have a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, a high level of energy, good attention to detail and a desire to make a difference in the life of a child. You will work one-to-one with this little girl in two to three hour shifts and should be able to work at least 3 shifts per week, in addition to attending bi-weekly team meetings. Early afternoon sessions are currently available. You will be required to make a minimum of a one-year commitment.

For more information, or to apply for this position, please reply to johalsandy@ymail.com with a description of your experience and resume. Thank you, we look forward to hearing from you!

[Dione Costanzo]

Hi everyone

Last month Kathryn Theroux presented "ASD : The Birds and the Bees" for the ABA Support Network.

Thank you again Kathryn for that informative and engaging presentation!

During the presentation we:
* Shared basic information about the sexual needs of individuals with ASD
* Discussed what we can do/are doing to meet those needs
* Discussed ways to replaced fear, uncertainty, and doubt with facts, resources, and recommendations

Kathryn has generously forwarded me an electronic version of her powerpoint presentation for this topic. If anyone would like a copy please email me at dionec@shaw.ca

I would also highly recommend all parents attend this presentation if Kathryn presents it again in the future.

Cheers,
Dione

[Lise Hall]

Third year UBC Psychology/English major seeking additional BI and/or swim instructor employment (May – August). Preferably in Vancouver area.

Skills, abilities and work experiences:

• has been working as a BI since Oct. 2009 for three families.
• has completed the life guard and swim instructor certification (NLS & WSI) and has been doing therapy sessions with one ASD child in a pool.
• has completed the line therapist workshop at Harmony House.
• has a ten year old brother who was diagnosed in 2003 with ASD. Therefore, has experienced firsthand the benefits of ABA and early intervention.

Annelise’s swim instructor and life guarding skills compliment her experiences working with children on the Autism spectrum. The Spring and Summer months are ideal times to integrate pool time into a home based program (i.e. working on behaviours at the same time as developing swimming abilities).

Please contact Annelise at: annelisedowd@gmail.com

[Leah Mumford]

Posting on behalf of two families:

Instructors needed for two teams. Both programs are supervised by Leah Mumford and Dr. Sara White.

Team #1) Student is 17, diagnosed with Asperger's. This program consists mostly of social skills programs, behavior self management and assistance with homework. The family lives in North Surrey.

Team #2) Student is 11, diagnosed with Asperger's. This program focuses on high level social skills training, such as conversation maintenance, joining in and sarcasm/exaggeration. The family lives in South Surrey.

Please contact Leah @ leahmumford@gmail.com if interested.

thank you!

[David Bridges]

Can anyone here recommend a barber/hair stylist that does home visits? My son is not safe in your typical barber shop or hair salon.
Please email me.

Cheers,

DB

dbridges1@shaw.ca

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