Ethics
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ASSIGNMENT (20%)
This assignment relates to the following Course Learning Requirements:
- Apply knowledge of clinical standards and practice guidelines as appropriate to both hypothetical and real situations
- Demonstrate knowledge of relevant federal and provincial legislation
- Practice self-evaluation of knowledge and skills and identify areas for professional development
Objective of this Assignment: To develop a resume and cover letter that highlight key areas in response to a job posting as well as to determine current areas of strengths and competencies in addition to areas that require development.
Instructions:
In this learning activity, you will submit a cover letter and resume in response to a mock job advertisement. In the second component of the assignment, you will reflect on your skills and prepare a professional development plan that identifies your strengths, areas for development, and a plan for how to develop the skills you need to acquire.
Part One – Job Application
- Read the job posting and prepare a cover letter and resume that you would submit as application to the job. Ensure you have taken into account all the information in the posting and reflect the requirements in your application.
- Cover letter guidelines:
- Ensure you are following proper letter writing format with addresses and dates at the top of the letter, and a proper salutation at the beginning and end of the letter.
- Be sure to reference the position you are applying for in an introductory paragraph.
- In the body of the letter, highlight your skills and education that align with the qualifications of the job posting. Basically, in short, tell them why you are the right person for the job.
- In a summary paragraph, ensure that you provide your contact information and show some enthusiasm about the opportunity.
- Reference the cover letter tips sheet on [insert own learning management system] to help you in writing a good cover letter.
- Resume Guidelines:
- You may follow either a chronological or functional resume layout.
- Include at a minimum the following sections: Contact information (at the top), Objective, Experience (separate paid from unpaid), Education, at least one other section (i.e. Associations, Volunteer Experience, Conferences, etc.)
- When listing your experiences and education etc. always list the most recent activity first
- Use a consistent style and formatting throughout
- Ensure an easy to follow, readable, attractive resume with clear headings and a format that keeps the information organized for the reader… remember, this is your first opportunity to make a great impression!
Part Two – Professional Development Plan
Identify Strengths: Think about specific courses, skills, articles, projects, poster presentations, conferences, programs you have written, or other experiences that are important to you and demonstrate skills you have already acquired. Write a maximum of two paragraphs describing at least three experiences you have had and explain how each of these experiences support your knowledge and competencies in the field.
Identify areas for development: Secondly, include a maximum of two paragraphs that describe skills that you would like to acquire, and how you are going to acquire these skills (i.e. online courses, education, experience, volunteer, personal goals, workshops).
JOB POSTING
Position: Instructor Therapist
Competition #: IT-3013
As an Instructor Therapist, you will be implementing intensive behaviour intervention (IBI), based on the principles of applied behaviour analysis (ABA). You will be required to work with individuals with autism between the ages of 3-18 years of age, either one- on- one or in a group setting. You will be responsible for delivering direct service, preparing teaching materials, monitoring the learner’s progress through data collection, participating in treatment planning, attending weekly team meetings, and liaising with parents. Clinical supervision and guidance will be provided by a Supervising Therapist and a Clinical Supervisor.
Qualifications & Skills Required
- Knowledge of Applied Behaviour Analysis and Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Experience working with young children who have been diagnosed with Autism; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Pervasive Developmental Disorder
- One to two years of IBI experience would be an asset
- A College Diploma or University Degree related to Behavioural Science, Psychology, or Early Childhood Development. Autism & Behavioural Science Post Graduate Certificate preferred.
- Candidate must have a valid Ontario driver’s license, a vehicle and be willing to travel throughout the agency catchment area
- Candidates must be willing to participate in and successfully complete a comprehensive training program
- Proven attendance record
- Ability to perform the essential duties of the job
- Demonstrates excellent communication and problem solving skills
- Present information (both written and oral) sensitively and effectively
- Ability to collaborate with Supervising Therapists regarding programming and child’s progress
- Organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team
- Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting work environment
- Sensitivity to and capacity for working within a wide range of family settings and dynamics
- Fluency in French is considered an asset
Candidates may submit a job application to Human Resource Services by the closing date. Please quote the appropriate competition number in the subject line of your cover letter. We thank all external applicants, but only those under consideration will be contacted.
Rubric (20%):
Criteria/Level |
Does not meet Requirements |
Meets Requirements |
Exceeds Requirements |
Grade |
| Grading | Grade Range < 50% | Grade Range 50-79% | Grade Range 80%-100% | |
| Cover Letter | Cover letter is poorly written or does not follow guidelines outlined in the assignment | Cover letter is adequate and follows some guidelines outlined in the assignment | Cover letter is exceptionally written. Follows guidelines outlined in assignment | /5 |
| Resume | Resume does not include many sections, is poorly organized, and/or does not follow guidelines outlined in assignment | Resume includes some sections and adequately follows guidelines outline in assignment | Resume is well-organized and presented, includes all sections, and follows guidelines outlined in the assignment | /5 |
| Strengths | Not completed | Identifies some strengths
Describes fewer than 3 experiences or does not link these to knowledge and skills in the field |
Identifies appropriate strengths
Describes experiences well and links these to knowledge and skills in the field |
/3 |
| Areas to Develop
|
Not completed | Identifies some skills needed, but does not suggest how these could be attained | Identifies skills in need of development and how these can be attained | /3 |
| Style/Spelling and Grammar
|
Writing is not clear and there are many spelling and/or grammar errors | Minimal spelling and grammar errors | Clear and concise writing style with no spelling or grammar errors | /4 |
ANSWER
Name:
Phone Address:
Email Address:
Physical Address:
11th August 2020
Recruitment team
Seneca
Dear Sir / Madam
Re: Application for Instructor Therapist
I am hereby applying for an instructor therapist opportunity in your organisation following an advertisement on your website.
I am a graduate with a degree in clinical psychology from the University of Florida where I specialize in the mental and emotional health of the human population.
My professional experience includes helping patients increase their quality of life and work through burdensome mental health issues. I have worked with individuals with autism between the ages of 3-18 years of age before both one- on- one and in a group setting. I have a strong work ethic and capable of showing empathy while also being very oriented to solving problems.
As an instructor therapist, I will seek to have a strong grasp of current information on mental health techniques and strategies and be able to lead an integrated mental health campaign from concept to execution using trending information and skills.
Yours faithfully,
Student Name.
NAME
Phone Address || Email Address
Physical Address
Competencies/ strengths
- Knowledge of Applied Behaviour Analysis and Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Experience working with young children who have been diagnosed with Autism; Autism Spectrum Disorder; Pervasive Developmental Disorder
- University Degree in Clinical Psychology.
- Licensed Ontario Driver and willing to travel throughout the agency catchment area.
- Willing to participate in and complete a comprehensive training program
Personal attributes
- Highly organized with the capacity to manage several tasks simultaneously, flexible and willing to assume a range of unanticipated assignments.
- Well-developed and effective organizational skills, including the ability to multi-task and work in a high-pressure environment.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, excellent communication skills both verbal and written, as well as negotiation skills.
Work experience
Job Position
Company || January 2020 – To date
Key duties
- Helping patients increase their quality of life and work through burdensome mental health issues
- Worked with individuals with autism between the ages of 3-18 years of age both one- on- one and in a group setting
Educational background (Academic)
- The University of Florida, Bachelor in Science (BSc.) Clinical Psychology. In progress.
- High School Diploma.
Professional training
- Training in teamwork and leadership.
Honours and Awards
- Certificate of Merit
Referees
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Organisation
Physical Address
Phone Address || Email Address
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Organisation
Physical Address
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