[FEAT BC Admin]

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[Nicole Kaler]

Workshops for Line and Lead Therapists

Harmony House, a non-profit society, is excited to initiate its 2008 series of training workshops:

• The Line Training class will be on February 23rd
• The Lead Training workshop is an intense 2 day event March 29 & 30th

For more information and registration: http://www.harmonyhouseBC.ca/training or call (604) 542-1550

These workshops are excellent opportunities for anyone who is interested in expanding their skills by learning more about ABA and how to effectively work with children with Autism. The Lead workshop is for experienced line or lead therapists.

Harmony House continuously facilitates the introductions of therapists to the Harmony House families who run home programs.

[Theresa Jouan]

FEATBC Basic Theory Workshop tomorrow.

There have been a few requests re: possibility of a few seats left in tomorrow's workshop.

We do have enough room for a few walk-in's so if you are interested in coming- we will do our best to make it happen!!

Workshop details and the registration form can be found below (as well as on the FEATBC website):

Date: January 26th, 1015-4pm.
Location: Strawberry Hill Public Library (see map on registration form for directions)

Registration forms can be found at:

https://www.featbc.org/downloads/abtwsl.pdf

Cost is $30 per person.

This workshop would benefit parents, therapists, senior and lead instructors, SEAs and other professionals.

This is a new and improved basic workshop with a focus on video, teaching and applying the basic theory concepts with group work!

Hope to see you there!

Theresa Tournemille
FEATBC Workshop Co-Instructor

[Quynh Do]

REGARDING TO MCF
Hi Veronica
In 2006, I receivered a letter from MCF asking that ,we have to provide them a receipt of my son workshop from the year of 2005, which I already did ( I senT them a schedule B every 3 months ). But however, I send them a copy again , because they delayded my son funding. After sending the copy , I waited another 3 weeks without a funding . I called them to ask about it, they told me that , because my consultant is from oversea , so they don't cover the travel cost. It mean I can' T claim the cost for travel of my consultant of my son'S fund, which I always done before , and I never have any problem. But this time , they just give me a hash. They told me , because of the travel for my son' consultant is not approved, therefore , I still have moneys left for my son's therapy, so they didn' t give me a cheque for 2 months, mean after deducted I have only $340 for 3 months. I was so angry, because this is the second time that they delayded my cheque. One time before ,Ididn' t get a cheque after one month late.(Don't they understand that, we have to pay our therapy to keep the treatment contrinue?). However, I have to borrowed my friend's money to paid for my therapist, to keep them stay.This time , It happened again, I Could not stand it anymore, so I called them and ask to talked to the superviser and told her that , I always followed the rule. I summited all the receipt, invoice very clearly, and I nver have any prolem before until now. I told her that,if you guys said that, you not approve for travel cost for consultant from oversea, in that case , you should send us a letter or a notice to let us know ahead of time, not just doing this crap thing, because , I have to work full time , and I have to take care of my child and his team program, and most important thing is , we need to pay our therapist on time to keep them stay. After talking to her, she told me to write her a letter , so she will give it to her boss to see if they can do anything for me. Then I did email the leter to them to explain about the cost for my consultant' cost.Finally, after almost another 2 weeks , I received a cheque, which I supose to got it 2 months ealier.Since , I just not bother to send them a schedule B every 3 month anymore . I just pile up and send them at one time. AND guess what? I receive the funding on time since. What is ricdiculous . I just want to share my exprience, so you know that, you are not the only one. We always have to fight for our child for every little things.TAKE CARE!

[Leah Mumford]

I am posting this for another family.

We are looking for another tutor for our 7.5 year old son. This is your chance to join an established, experienced team under the guidance of Liana Maione. We are looking for 2-3 sessions, after-school. We live in Coquitlam, and can be reached at 604.937.1985.

Thanks, Tina & Dave

[Alexei Trebounskikh]

AN OPPORTUNITY FOR ABA THERAPISTS IN SOUTH BURNABY
(near Edmonds SkyTrain)

We are looking for 2-3 ABA therapists to work with a very high functioning 6-year old boy, mainly focusing on his communication and social skills. He has been in therapy for 1.5 years and is currently in 1 grade and kindergarten.

We are looking for someone enthusiastic, responsible with strong play skills and a positive attitude, available for 3 hr evening sessions 2 times a week. No experience is necessary as all training will be provided.

We are also looking for someone willing to take a LEAD THERAPIST role, preferably with experience in ABA field.

We would like a minimum commitment of one year, if possible.

If you are interested, please e-mail your resume to wirth64@hotmail.com or call Alex 778-865-5442.

[Amber McGowan]

Therapist Needed in Coquitlam

We are looking for a fun-loving and PLAYFUL therapist to join our Lovaas ABA team. ABA program has been running successfully for 9 years since the age of 2 with emphasis on sign language and life skills.

You will be trained under an experienced senior therapist under the direction of Behavior Consultant Lorelei Dake.

We are looking for someone to take two shifts a week, one of them being on the weekend. Shifts are 3 hours in length. We are located in Coquitlam.

We are looking for someone to make a year's commitment. You will need to be able to attend team meetings once per month.

No experience necessary as all training is provided.

Interested?? Please contact Carla at (604) 937-3717

[Jeny McCann]

Interventionist(s)/Tutor(s) needed in White Rock/ Crescent Beach area:

I am looking for a bright, outgoing, playful and creative person(s) to work with my delightful four year old son who has recently been diagnosed with Asperger’s.

He is very high functioning, absolutely adorable, enthusiastic, has a great sense of humor, and is a lot of fun to be with.

We are very fortunate to be running a home based program led by Kathryn Theroux, our Behavioral Therapist, from the Able Clinic. The position(s) available will consist of 2-3 days, between 16 and 21 hours a week.

Although training is provided and experience is not considered necessary, it would be my preference to have someone who has had some experience with children that are on the spectrum. Ideally, I would like to find someone who is studying in the field of psychology who would like to have this opportunity to learn from a very qualified and educated Behavioral Therapist.

Wage is negotiable, and will be based on experience.

Thank you
Jenni
778-318-8358

[Mehdi Hassanzadeh]

NEED A THERAPIST IN WEST VANCOUVER!

We are looking for a fun, energetic behavioral interventionist with experience to work with our 3 and half years old son who is high functioning, social and loads of fun to work with! We are looking for someone who can work 2 to 4 shifts per week each shift 3-4 hours long and should commit for at least one year and have a current criminal record check. Pay is based on experience and negotiable.

Our team is consulted by Liana Maione, a local consultant which is a great opportunity for applicants who welcome frequent overlaps and opportunities to further develop their skills.

We are close to Park Royal and public transit. If you are interested please call (604) 312-7387 or send an e-mail along with your resume to: persianvet@shaw.ca

[Mehdi Hassanzadeh]

NEED LEAD THERAPIST IN WEST VANCOUVER!

We are looking for an experienced lead-therapist to lead our team of therapists. We require minimum 3 years experience as therapist in ABA and minimum one year experience as a lead with recommendation letters from 2 consultants and references from families you are working with currently. Our team comprises of 3-4 therapists including one at pre-school. Our program is home based and started in June 2006. Our son is 3 and half years old. He is high functioning, social and loads of fun to work with! Responsibilities include but not limited to running sessions on own, arranging team meetings bi-weekly, attending the consult meetings and provide report to the consultant, overlapping therapists and providing feedback to therapists and parents, training and recruiting new therapists, overseeing data recorded and their completeness, probing new targets, providing list of material needed for programs and coaching the team. We require at least one year commitment. Pay is negotiable and based on experience and performance.

Our team is consulted by Liana Maione, a local consultant. This is a great opportunity for those who welcome frequent overlaps and opportunities to further develop their skills.

We are close to Park Royal and easily accessible by public transit. If you are interested please call (604) 312-7387 or send an e-mail along with your resume to: persianvet@shaw.ca

[Katya Ballos]

Hi my name is Katya Ballos and I have been an ABA therapist for the last 4 years. I am posting here because I am interested in working with an additional family and am really keen, when the time is right, to be trained to become a lead therapist.

I have a passion for ABA and have worked with two different consultants and have seen great things with the kids I’ve worked with. Also, I have attended several FEAT workshops (both beginner and intermediate).

I am currently working for the Burnaby School District as an ABA aide with a boy in grade one. My availability is any time after 4pm Monday to Friday and also potentially on weekends.

I live in Mount Pleasant (near Fraser and 14th) and get around using transit and am looking for a family that either lives in or near Mount Pleasant or near a Skytrain station.

Please contact me if you are looking for a therapist to train to become a future lead on your team. You can reach me at katya.ballos@gmail.com and let me know about your child and team and I can let you know more about my qualifications and also give references if needed.

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