Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) Support Worker

27-Jul-2006

NATURE AND SCOPE OF WORK

An Applied Behaviour Analysis Support Worker works in a collaborative team environment, receive direction from the teacher and reports to Management.  The overall program responsibility for the student remains with the teacher.

The work involves providing assistance to the teacher with the delivery of programs and services as outlined in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).  An ABA Support Worker assists students who meet the Ministry of Education criteria for Autism Spectrum Disorders.  In addition, parent(s)/guardian(s) must write to the Director of Instruction for Student Support Services, documenting that the student is involved in a home-based ABA program and request that an ABA Support Worker assist their child.

The work of the ABA Support Worker is distinguishable from the work of a Special Education Assistant by the use of required training, knowledge and skills specific to Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA).

TYPICAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides assistance in the school context in the delivery of provisions outlined in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP).  In addition, the ABA Support Worker assignment may include, but is not limited to, reinforcement of teacher lessons, supervising tests, carrying out prescribed behaviour modification programs (including ABA), assisting with work experience agreements, preparing and setting out materials and equipment, etc.

Performs Level I personal assistance tasks as defined by the Ministry of Health protocols.  Such tasks may include, but are not limited to, feeding, hygiene, toileting and diapering.  May be required to administer medications provided by parent(s)/guardian(s), and as authorized by a physician.  May provide basic first aid as required.

Maintain appropriate records.

May provide input to IEP development.

May supervise students with special needs at recess and lunch.

May work with external consultants or therapists when deemed appropriate by the principal.

Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information.

Upon request by the teacher or principal, participates in meetings with parents to discuss the student progress.

QUALIFICATIONS

1000 hours of home-based behavioural intervention practicum training (250 hour must focus on discrete trial).  This requirement must be approved by the Surrey College ABA Support Worker Advisory Board and must include a competencies based assessment.

Must be eligible for and commit to the completion of the Surrey College ABA Support Worker Program.