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Heather Burke
MemberWANTED SENIOR THERAPIST – NEW WESTMINSTER (Queens Park Area)
We are looking a positive, energetic person to work with our funny, charming and affectionate 7-year-old son, William, who is in the first grade at school. He is very sociable and is a bright and eager learner.
William has made amazing gains in treatment over the last three years through ABA therapy under the local direction of experienced behavioural consultant, Gabrielle Stignant and senior consultant Michele Shilvock. He is doing well in school, has made friends, has just learned to swim, and is working on his yellow belt in karate.
Currently, we are focusing on refining his social skills primarily through peer and community activities. He generally does well one on one with his friends but struggles to balance his attention among a larger group and be flexible in playing with a group.
This position involves two to four shifts Monday, Wed, Thurs or Friday from 2:45-6:00 or possibly on Sunday mornings.
Our ideal candidate will be dependable and willing to commit to at least one year. (Most of our staff have stayed beyond one year due to their attachment to William).
The wage is within the market rate for senior therapists and will be based upon skill level and experience. Wages are paid upon receipt of therapists invoice by the parents as we know that waiting for funding from the government can be lengthy.
If you are responsible, energetic, creative, and motivated, we would like to hear from you. Please email Heather Burke at hburke@telus.net with your resume.
MemberWANTED EXPERIENCED ABA THERAPIST TO TEACH SOCIAL SKILLS – NEW WESTMINSTER (Queens Park Area)
We are looking a positive, energetic person to work with our funny and charming 7-year-old son, William. He is very sociable and is a quick learner who loves learning. . He is doing well in school, has made friends, has just learned to swim, and is taking karate.
Currently, we are focusing on refining his social skills primarily through play with friends and community activities. He generally does well one on one with his friends but struggles to balance his attention among a larger group and be flexible in playing with a group.
William has made amazing gains in treatment over the last three years through ABA therapy under the local direction of experienced behavioural consultants, Michele Shilvock and Gabrielle Stignant.
This position involves shifts Monday to Friday from 2:45-6:00 and is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to advance their skills as ongoing supervision is provided.
Our ideal candidate will be dependable and willing to commit to at least one year. (Most of our staff have stayed beyond one year due to their attachment to William).
Wage will be based upon skill level and experience.
If you are responsible, energetic, creative, and motivated, we would like to hear from you. Please email Heather Burke at hburke@telus.net
Member***EXPERIENCED THERAPIST NEEDED AFTER SCHOOL (NEW WESTMINSTER; QUEENS PARK) ***
An experienced ABA therapist is needed for our happy, bright and energetic 6.5 year old boy. He is very high functioning and is a quick learner with a good sense of humour. He is very outgoing and sociable.
Ideally, the candidate will have experience facilitating peer play and teaching social skills. Shifts will be after school 2:45 to 6:15 two to three times per week beginning in September. Training would commence as soon as possible.
Our intern consultant is Gabrielle Stignant under the direction of Michele Shilvock who is a local consultant. She will provide ongoing supervision and training, so this would be a great opportunity for applicants who welcome frequent overlaps and opportunities to further develop their skills. The program is based on the Lovaas method of positive reinforcement.
Wage will depend on skills and experience.
Please submit a cover letter and resume outlining relevant experience via email to hburke@telus.net. Contact Heather at 604.862-6223 with further inquiries.
MemberABA Treatment has worked for us.
I wanted to share my story of hope as encouragement for parents struggling with their child being newly diagnosed with ASD.
My son William was first diagnosed when he was nearly four years old. When he was close to 3 years old, our preschool, upon meeting him, immediately said he would require an aid as he did not respond to the teacher's questions and would basically ignore her.
At four, he had sensory issues, did not like anything on his head, cried at loud noises, food aversions, temperature aversions, was not toilet trained, would not follow instructions. He was assessed as having an IQ in the borderline range (below the average range) and had personal self care skills of a 16 month old.
Upon receiving this information, I was devastated and cried a lot, but went to the Autism Society and decided to pursue treatment immediately. I hired a behavioural consultant and a team of therapists to do intensive ABA. The goal was 35 hours per week.
After two and a half years of intensive treatment, William has attended Kindergarten this year. He had a full time aide and has done remarkably well with support.
He has been invited to 13 birthday parties this year and is popular with his peers. He still has his social challenges and requires ongoing support in this area (ongoing treatment after school and half time SEA next year) but we are seeing steady improvements.
His teacher today told me, he is "very bright" (this is far from the results of the IQ testing 2.5 years ago). We are now told that he would benefit from more challenging material and is suggesting a grade 1/2 split for next year.
I know that I am very fortunate to have had such great results with William. It has been tough financially and professionally for me (career goals on hold) but I can say that the sacrifices have been completely worth it.
I am hoping that my story will be of some hope to others out there beginning their treatment. I remember Stella Hui from the Autism Society telling me her story about her son and his progress. She gave me hope when I was grieving and in shock about the diagnosis.
I wish you all the best.
Heather (William's mom)
MemberNew Westminster School District
Has anyone has recent experience with the NW school district. Our son has just entered kindergarten and has full funding for an aide. Suddenly, we have been told by our principal that there is no specific aide assigned to our son. I am wondering how to handle this situation and to find out if this is unique to NW with funding cuts. I worry about alienating the school staff as they seem geniunely interested in assisting our son.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks
Heather (William's mom)MemberABA THERAPIST NEEDED IN NEW WESTMINSTER
An experienced ABA therapist to join our home based ABA program. William is a charming, bright, and sociable 6-year-old boy who is very high functioning.
William has made tremendous gains in the two years of ABA therapy under local consultant Michele Shilvock and intern consultant Gabrielle Stignant.
Our consultant will provide ongoing supervision and training, so this would be a great opportunity for applicants who welcome frequent overlaps and opportunities to further develop their skills.
Ideally, the candidate will have experience facilitating peer play and teaching social skills. However, this is not required and ongoing training and opportunities for development are always encouraged.
Shifts are fairly flexible this summer. In September, we are looking for primarily afternoon shifts from 2:30 to 5:30 during weekdays (2-4 shifts per week).
Attendance at a biweekly team meeting Tuesday morning 8-9 am is required.
Wage will depend on skills and experience.
Please submit a cover letter and resume outlining relevant experience via email to hburke@telus.net. Contact Heather at 604.862-6223 with further inquiries.
MemberABA THERAPIST NEEDED IN NEW WESTMINSTER
An experienced ABA therapist to join our home based ABA program. William is a charming, bright, and sociable 6-year-old boy who is very high functioning.
William has made tremendous gains in the two years of ABA therapy under local consultant Michele Shilvock and intern consultant Gabrielle Stignant.
Our consultant will provide ongoing supervision and training, so this would be a great opportunity for applicants who welcome frequent overlaps and opportunities to further develop their skills.
Ideally, the candidate will have experience facilitating peer play and teaching social skills. However, this is not required and ongoing training and opportunities for development are always encouraged.
Shifts are fairly flexible this summer. In September, we are looking for primarily afternoon shifts from 2:30 to 5:30 during weekdays (2-4 shifts per week).
Attendance at a biweekly team meeting Tuesday morning 8-9 am is required.
Wage will depend on skills and experience.
Please submit a cover letter and resume outlining relevant experience via email to burke@telus.net. Contact Heather at 604.862-6223 with further inquiries.
MemberWANTED TO BUY: PRE-K / K / GRADE 1 LEARNING MATERIALS
I am looking for educational workbooks, videos/DVDs, other learning aids and games for my 5-year-old son.
Please email Heather Burke at hburke@telus.net or phone 604-862-6223.
Thanks!
MemberWANTED BEHAVIOURAL INTERVENTIONIST
NEW WESTMINSTER QUEENS PARKWe are looking for one therapist to join our energetic team and work with our son, William. He is a very funny and sociable little boy who is bright, verbal, and learns very fast. He is almost five years old and has high functioning autism (Aspergers). He is a very happy child who loves imaginative play.
Our consultant, Michele Shilvock, is local and been working with us since our son was diagnosed in August 2007. We have a strong therapy team and have seen tremendous gains! Michele and her intern, Gabrielle Stigant, will provide ongoing supervision and training, so this would be a great opportunity for applicants who welcome frequent overlaps and opportunities to further develop their skills. The program is in-home behavioral therapy and is based on the Lovaas method of positive reinforcement.
Applicants with early child education or ABA (Applied Behavioural Analysis) experience are preferred but we WILL also consider well motivated and inexperienced applicants as well. Experience in facilitated peer play (ABA) is a definite asset. Training is provided.
We are looking for applicants who are able to work 2-3 shifts per week, preferably Wednesday, Thursday or Friday afternoons. The shifts are about 3 hours long.
Also, you must be dependable and willing to commit to one year at least and be able to attend Biweekly Team Meetings on Tuesdays 8:30 to 9:30 am.
Wage will be based upon skill level and experience.
If you are responsible, energetic, creative, and motivated, we would like to hear from you.
For more information, please call: (604) 527-8105 or e-mail Heather Burke at: hburke@telus.net
MemberWANTED BEHAVIOURAL INTERVENTIONIST
NEW WESTMINSTER QUEENS PARKWe are looking for one therapist to join our energetic team and work with our son, William. He is a very funny and sociable little boy who is bright, verbal, and learns very fast. He is almost five years old and has high functioning autism (Aspergers). He is a very happy child who loves imaginative play.
Our consultant, Michele Shilvock, is local and been working with us since our son was diagnosed in August 2007. We have a strong therapy team and have seen tremendous gains! Michele and her intern, Gabrielle Stigant, will provide ongoing supervision and training, so this would be a great opportunity for applicants who welcome frequent overlaps and opportunities to further develop their skills. The program is in-home behavioral therapy and is based on the Lovaas method of positive reinforcement.
Applicants with early child education or ABA (Applied Behavioural Analysis) experience are preferred but we WILL also consider well motivated and inexperienced applicants as well. Experience in facilitated peer play (ABA) is a definite asset. Training is provided.
We are looking for applicants who are able to work 2-3 shifts per week. The shifts are about 3 hours long.
Also, you must be dependable and willing to commit to one year at least and be able to attend Biweekly Team Meetings on Tuesdays 8:30 to 9:30 am.
Wage will be based upon skill level and experience.
If you are responsible, energetic, creative, and motivated, we would like to hear from you.
For more information, please call: (604) 527-8105 or e-mail Heather Burke at: hburke@telus.net
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