The Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent (ASCK) is an independent and not-for-profit charitable organization in Chatham, Ontario that provides supports and services for those affected by Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementias. For over 40 years, we have had a strong commitment to collaborating with our community partners and our mission: to improve the quality of life of people affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias through education, outreach, effective programming and research. Programming includes but is not limited to: 2 locations for the Adult Day Program, In-Home Respite, First Link Care Navigation and support, Education and Behavioural Supports Ontario. We are currently recruiting for two Essex Erie St. Clair (ESC) Behavioural Supports Ontario (BSO) Community Behavioural Consultants (CBC) (one position for Essex and one position for Windsor),

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hiring Zone: $69,000.00-$81,000.00

Job Description

Position Summary:

The BSO CLCC provides holistic behavioural consultation in accordance with respective regulatory body guidelines, organizational standards, and BSO mandate and pillars, as well as participates in a collaborative model of behavioural health care centered on the person and their care partners.

The BSO CBC is responsible for making best practice clinical decisions and exercising judgement to ensure the best possible behavioural interventions are provided. , this position will provide behavioural assessment, recommendations and follow-up to older adults presenting with, or at risk for, responsive behaviours/personal expressions associated with dementia, complex mental health, substance use and/or other neurological conditions living in the community. Support provided may include the development of a comprehensive P.I.E.C.E.S.™ assessment; direct observation of the person and observation of the provision of care; implementation and direct coaching on non-pharmacological approaches; and/or supporting the individual leading up to and during a care transition.

The BSO CBC works collaboratively with patients and their care partners to support positive behavioural outcomes. The BSO CBC collaborates and integrates with BSO Core Teams and all other key BSO stakeholders and healthcare partners and manages health care needs to provide behavioural support in the community and promote seamless transitions of care across the continuum as required.

Key Responsibilities:

- Utilizing the BSO Toolkit, assess the meaning, contributing factors and associated risks of behaviours using an objective, systematic and holistic process that takes the individual’s personhood into account in addition to the physical, intellectual, emotional and functional capabilities of the person; as well as the environmental and social aspects of their surroundings.
- Identify non-pharmacological strategies that are abilities focused and person-centered to prevent and respond to expressed responsive behaviours/personal expressions, including recommendations to mitigate associated risks.
- Collaborate with the patient, their family and interprofessional team members to create, share, implement and model individualized behavioural support recommendations. Ensure that information and care plans are actively updated and shared with individuals and families using appropriate and accessible methods.
- Analyze and evaluate the ongoing effectiveness of the recommendations including ongoing communication with all involved with care, thorough follow-up and re-evaluation.
- Provide facilitation, coaching, mentoring and demonstrate team leadership and change management skills.
- Demonstrate excellent clinical reasoning and critical thinking skills that target prevention of the expressed responsive behaviours/personal expressions by creatively adjusting the social and physical environment; focusing on the person’s abilities and knowing the individual, their life story and aspirations.
- Utilize verbal and written communication strategies that demonstrate compassion, validate emotions, support dignity, and promote understanding about the individual as appropriate; including the production of timely and accurate clinical reports.
- Exhibit effectiveness as an interprofessional team member through collaboration and cooperation in interacting with the patient, their families and other care partners all the while ensuring care is continuous and reliable
- Participate in regular data collection as per the organization and provincial BSO regional reporting requirements
- Participate in and/or lead applicable professional development,



quality improvement and research opportunities as determined by the BSO Regional/Provincial Office
- Communicate with Supervisor regarding job content, specific objectives, personal performances and action plans to achieve performance objectives
- Complete medication reconciliation

Required Skills/Competencies/Experience:

· Excellent time management skills inclusive of managing deadlines

· Excellent information technology skills inclusive of advanced knowledge in Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

· Ability to document according to best practice utilizing Alayacare EMR

· A strong understanding of responsive behaviours, Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias

· Strong organizational skills that reflect ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly and with excellent attention to detail

· Very strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders, including leadership, staff, board members, funders, community leaders, external partners, and donors

· Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills

· Demonstrated proactive approaches to problem solving with strong decision-making capability

· Highly resourceful with the ability to work independently or as part of a team

· Proven ability to handle complex situations with a collaborative approach, be adaptable to various competing demands, and always demonstrate exceptional professional and respectful conduct

· Demonstrated ability to manage a full caseload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Requirements:

· Demonstrated client-centered focus and commitment to the principles of ASCK and the BSO Pillars

· Commitment to ongoing training, including quality improvement initiatives

· Demonstrated effectiveness working with minimal supervision with proven reliability and trustworthiness

· Professional conduct and dedication to person-centered care and language to be strictly always maintained

· Demonstrated team focus, and ability to support healthy conflict resolution

· Excellent understanding of consent, capacity and the SDM hierarchy

· Excellent understanding of PHIPA

· Proven ability to understand and apply cultural competency.

· Demonstrated ability to effectively and efficiently handle demanding workload

· Ability to conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines

Academic/Education Requirements:

· A RN or RPN degree from a recognized college or university and holding current registration with the college of Nurses (CNO) in Ontario

Other Requirements:

· Minimum 5 years’ experience working with persons living with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias and responsive behaviours, and their care partners

· CPR/First Aid current certification

· Training in Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) and P.I.E.C.E.S. an asset

· Valid Driver’s License

· Access to a reliable vehicle

· Flexibility in work schedule (occasional evening and weekend hours required)

· Flexibility to work from home

· Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team an asset

· Qualified facilitator for GPA, P.I.E.C.E.S., and DementiAbility training preferred

· BSO Program and/or Long-term Care experience an asset

· Familiarity with community healthcare organizations an asset

· Minimum 2-3 years of relevant recent experience (within the last 2 years) as a registered Nurse in assessing and treating older adults with dementia, complex mental health, substance use and/or neurological conditions, whole managing complex caseloads

· Current certification in Psychiatric/Mental Health nursing or other relevant Geriatric Mental Health or Gerontology Certifications/Certificates considered a strong asset.

· Demonstrated knowledge of dementia, complex mental health, substance use disorders and neurological conditions and their impact on the person, their family members and other care partners (e.g., health care professionals, front-line staff). This includes a fundamental understanding of:

o The importance of perspectives of lived experience from the person and their family members;

o Types of conditions and causes;

o Cognitive, neurological and behavioural symptoms;

o Assessment and diagnostic processes;

o Stages and progression of conditions;

o Current treatment interventions and approaches;





o Emerging and best practice non-pharmacological strategies that promote optimal quality of life

Physical Demands:

· At times, light lifting is necessary (materials/display boards for information fairs or other community events)

· Standing for long periods

· Driving

Hours of Work:

· Full-time hours

· Flexibility in work hours required

Working Conditions:

· Overtime may be required.

· Physical ability to fully participate in meetings, presentations and training sessions

· Working remotely may be required

· The position also requires email, virtual and telephone communication

· The position requires travel within the Windsor-Essex region

· Requires sitting at a desk for an extended period

· Requires repetitive computer keyboard work and screen time

· Significant periods sitting at the computer, but with the opportunity to move away from the workstation

· Sensory attention is required for most of the workday (looking at computer screen, reading documents, etc.)

OTHER:

· Represents ASCK and BSO professionally in the community

· Participates in organizational committees and task forces as requested

· Complies with organizational policies and procedures

· Comply with the duties imposed by law or contract and the policies and procedures for performing the job in a safe and healthy manner

· Primary work location is work-from-home, with potential to occupy space as needed and as determined by BSO supervisor

· Demonstrated knowledge of person-centered care/personhood

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by most people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and requirements.

All employees are expected to abide by the ASCK Code of Conduct.

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of colour are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all qualifications. If you are excited about the role, but your resume doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the description, apply anyway. You may still be the right candidate for this or other roles.

What We Offer

Work life balance is important to us here at the Alzheimer Society. That is why we offer our employees:

- A generous employer paid benefit plan.
- Employee and Family Assistance Plan
- A Defined Contribution Pension Plan with up to 5% employer matching
- Personal days and equity floater days that can be used at any time.
- Flexible working arrangements that include working from home and flexible hours
- Paid professional development opportunities.

Commitment to Equitable Recruitment

The Alzheimer Society recognizes the value and dignity of each individual and ensures everyone has genuine, open, and unhindered access to employment opportunities, free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process, in accordance with the Human Rights Code and AODA.

Our values include justice and connection and are the guideposts we use for decision-making of all kinds. We believe that this will guide the organization toward a place of inclusion for all - where equity and access to essential supports and services becomes the reality.

The Alzheimer Society welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity and social justice and we encourage applications from First Nations, Inuit and Métis, Indigenous Peoples of North America, Black and persons of colour, persons with disabilities, people living with dementia, care partners and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.

AI Disclosure

To ensure a fair and effective process, we wanted to inform applicants that we use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies as part of our recruitment process.

How to Apply

We thank everyone for their expressed interest – and are truly appreciative of the time individuals put into applying – but with the limitations of time, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to: [email protected]

Please include the ‘Job Title’ in the subject line.

Closing Date: Thursday, November 4, 2026 at 4:30 pm.

Pay: $69,000.00-$81,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Windsor, ON

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🏢 Alzheimer Society of Chatham-Kent
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