Posted 3 months ago
Child Management Specialist
@ Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
Newfoundland and Labrador
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Overview
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services is hiring a temporary, full-time Child Management Specialist until January 3, 2027, with possible extension. The role develops and oversees home-based early intervention programs, including the Intensive Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Home Therapy Program, for children with developmental challenges. The posting states 75 hours biweekly (8-hour days) and a salary of CAD 39.48 to 48.17 per hour (CG-38), with a valid Class V licence and private vehicle required.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and oversee home-based early intervention programs
- Conduct standardized and behavioural assessments
- Design individualized behavioural and skill teaching programs
- Train families and caregivers and support staff
- Prepare client reports
Requirements summary:
- Bachelor's in Psychology or Master's in a psychology specialty
- Knowledge of ABA and developmental disabilities
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Valid Class V licence and private vehicle
- Satisfactory work performance record
Source and dates
Source type not verified · nlhs
- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-02
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-05
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Hours per week | 75 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Home, Office |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · lift 10 lb · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (preferred) |
| Fields of study | Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Experimental Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Counselling Psychology |
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Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | St. John's |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 983 |
Job description
| Zone: Eastern Rural Zone Location: Health and Community Services Building - Marystown Child Management Specialist Children's and Women's Health - Intervention Services Temporary, Full-Time (until January 3, 2027, with the possibility of extension) NAPE HP 01773RP1 |
|---|
| Hours | 75 bi-weekly (8-hour days) |
| Salary | CG-38 (CAD 39.48 - CAD 48.17 per hour which includes a negotiated wage adjustment |
| Competition Number | VAC0027487 |
| Posted Date | 2026-08-03 |
| Closing Date | Open until filled. |
| Demands, duties, qualifications | Job Summary The Child Management Specialist (CMS) develops and oversees the delivery of home-based early intervention programs, including the Intensive Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) Home Therapy Program. The CMS provides advice, direction and support to families/caregivers in meeting the needs of children with significant developmental challenges. The CMS may also provide advice to community organizations seeking support to meet the need of children with developmental challenges. The CMS administers standardized developmental assessments, conducts comprehensive behavioral assessments and designs individualized behavioral and skill teaching programs. This individual will also provide group and individual training events for caregivers and support staff, train families and caregivers in the implementation of individualized programs and prepare client reports. This position works closely with other relevant professionals in the social, health, and education fields and partners with community agencies in promoting optimal development and community inclusion for individuals with developmental and behavioral challenges. Job Demands By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to): Occasionally lifts objects up to 10 lbs. Regularly required to drive to and from clients' homes/work sites. Regularly requires fine finger/precision work and sitting at a computer. Regularly requires a higher-than-normal level of attentiveness/alertness for visual and auditory concentration. Job Qualifications Graduation with a Bachelor's Degree with a Major in Psychology OR a Master's Degree in Clinical, Experimental, Developmental or Counselling Psychology is required (a related clinical Master's Degree as determined by the employer may be considered). Applicants currently enrolled in the above-noted Master's program may be considered. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in individual program planning and design, functional analysis, child development, treatment ethics, applied behavioral analysis, developmental disabilities, skill teaching strategies, psychometrics. Demonstrated skills in developing and maintaining therapeutic rapport with parents, caregivers, and children. Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills, case and time management skills, analytical skills, and the ability to work both independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships. A valid Class V driver's license and the use of a private vehicle are conditions of employment. A satisfactory record of work performance is required. |
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