Behavioural Specialist Practitioner

A fantastic opportunity has become available for a Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) Specialist Practitioner to join a values-driven organisation supporting individuals with learning disabilities and / or autism.

This role covers the South of Scotland and requires regular travel; therefore, a full UK driving licence and access to a car are essential.

The successful candidate will support the strategic implementation of Positive Behaviour Support across services, promoting a proactive, person-centred approach to reduce behaviours of concern and improve quality of life.

• Support the strategic implementation of a Positive Behaviour Culture.
• Conduct functional behaviour assessments and develop PBS plans.
• Support staff teams to reduce restrictive practices and improve support strategies.
• Deliver training and workshops to adult learners.
• Facilitate team and individual debriefs following incidents.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure person-centred planning.
• Monitor and report on outcomes related to behaviour support strategies.
• Promote best practice in line with care standards and legislation.

• Level 5 PBS qualification (or ABA qualification with minimum 1 year PBS experience).
• Willingness to work towards Level 6 or 7 PBS qualification if not already held.
• Significant experience supporting people with learning disabilities and / or autism who present behaviours that challenge.
• Experience in developing and implementing PBS plans.
• Knowledge and experience of reducing restrictive interventions.
• Experience delivering training and supporting reflective practice.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel);
  SharePoint knowledge desirable.
• Knowledge of care standards and social care legislation.
• Strong interpersonal and collaborative working skills.

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training & development
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to staff discounts on retail, travel, and leisure
• Financial wellbeing tools and support
• 24 / 7 Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Wellbeing Fund for staff initiatives
• Staff recognition schemes (e.g. Employee of the Month)
• Opportunities to contribute to service improvement through staff forums
• Flexible working pattern with potential for a 4-day working week
• Full-time hours : 37.5 per week
• Travel across the South of Scotland is required, with occasional travel to other areas
• This role may involve occasional out-of-hours work due to travel or operational needs

If you are interested in the above PBS practitioner vacancy, please call Cameron Lawrie at Domus Recruitment.

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