Job summary
This is the opportunity to join an innovative team as a PBS Practitioner in the Learning Disability and Mental Health Service influencing the best practice for the people we support. You will be supporting in our new service based in Kent, which is forever growing, if you like a fast-paced environment this area is for you.
The job will be a combination of home-working and travel to visit individuals and their teams in this location. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload of 10 individuals and plan their diary, which enables a work-life balance.
The post-holder will provide excellent Positive Behaviour Support, in line with the Positive Behaviour Support Framework. We are looking for someone who is a specialist in Autism.
Main duties:
- Ensure support teams are focused on enhancing the quality of life of people supported, promoting personal skill development and reducing/eliminating the use of restrictive practices
- Respond to crisis situations in which a person is posing a risk to self and/or others and there is a risk of placement breakdown
- Training and development for teams who are assisting individuals with Autism and/or behaviors of distress with reviewing and developing PBS plans
- Input to the assessment of people who are supporting people with Autism and/or behaviors of distress
- To work with the relevant professionals/multi-disciplinary teams to ensure the provision of an effective support to those individuals that use access Turning Points services
Main duties of the job
To effectively support operational teams, the post holder will have formal training in PBS e.g. BILD CAPBS Coaches or PBS diploma.
The ideal candidate will also be:
- Have experience supporting people who have autism
- Passionate, motivated and enthusiastic
- Creative thinker and problem solver
- Have a strong understanding of the values and ethos of positive behaviour support, person centred approaches and thinking, Active Support and Total Communication
- Able to work effectively as part of a team and off own initiative
- To engage professionally and respectively with others whilst advocating for excellent positive behaviour support to individuals
- Contribute to best practice forums and networks and focus on continuous professional development to enhance the positive behaviour support offered to individuals
- Excellent verbal, written and IT skills to ensure accurate and professional records and reports are developed as appropriate
About us
As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer.
Across the varied regions, sectors and settings we operate within, our organisation is held together by a shared vision and our people are connected by the same values. These include belief in potential, confidence in communication, embracing positive change and always treating each other as individuals.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will manage their own caseload and plan their diary which enables a work-life balance.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:
- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future were proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
- 30 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
- An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. Youll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
- Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
- Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
- Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more all free to you and your immediate family
- Recognition awards to recognise colleagues inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
- Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
- A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!
Job description
Job responsibilities
The successful candidate will manage their own caseload and plan their diary which enables a work-life balance.
What Benefits Will I Receive?
We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes:
- Comprehensive learning and development opportunities so we can invest in your future were proud to have a silver accreditation from Investors in People. Choose from our range of courses to gain recognised qualifications
- 30 days paid holiday a year, increasing with each year of service up to 33 days. Plus the option to buy or sell additional holidays and spread the cost
- An exclusive discounts hub for TP colleagues, to help make your money go further including high street shopping, pubs and restaurants, mobile phones, gym memberships, and much more. Youll also have access to the Blue Light Card, for even more discounts and savings!
- Flexible working solutions to support your work-life balance
- Life Assurance of up to 3x annual salary and a competitive Pension Scheme to support your savings and security
- Access to our Rightsteps Therapy service free, confidential telephone based counselling sessions, access to an online wellbeing platform, and a Financial Education hub to support your total wellbeing
- A 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including a Digital GP, legal advice and more all free to you and your immediate family
- Recognition awards to recognise colleagues inspirational work and dedication, as well as Long Service bonuses to celebrate your commitment to us
- Flexible benefit options including a Cycle to Work scheme and interest-free Season Ticket Loans
- A £300 bonus if you successfully refer a friend as a new colleague through our Refer a Friend scheme, as a thanks from us!
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Passionate, motivated and enthusiastic
- Creative thinker and problem solver
- Have a strong understanding of the values and ethos of positive behaviour support, person centred approaches and thinking, Active Support and Total Communication
- Flexible and able to adapt to change
- Able to work effectively as part of a team and off own initiative
- To engage professionally and respectively with others whilst advocating for excellent positive behaviour support to individuals
- Contribute to best practice forums and networks and focus on continuous professional development to enhance the positive behaviour support offered to individuals
- Excellent verbal, written and IT skills to ensure accurate and professional records and reports are developed as appropriate
- Willingness and ability to travel throughout the organisation. A full drivers licence and access to a vehicle is essential to the role.
Qualifications
Essential
- The post holder will have formal training in PBS e.g. BILD CAPBS Coaches or PBS diploma.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Passionate, motivated and enthusiastic
- Creative thinker and problem solver
- Have a strong understanding of the values and ethos of positive behaviour support, person centred approaches and thinking, Active Support and Total Communication
- Flexible and able to adapt to change
- Able to work effectively as part of a team and off own initiative
- To engage professionally and respectively with others whilst advocating for excellent positive behaviour support to individuals
- Contribute to best practice forums and networks and focus on continuous professional development to enhance the positive behaviour support offered to individuals
- Excellent verbal, written and IT skills to ensure accurate and professional records and reports are developed as appropriate
- Willingness and ability to travel throughout the organisation. A full drivers licence and access to a vehicle is essential to the role.
Qualifications
Essential
- The post holder will have formal training in PBS e.g. BILD CAPBS Coaches or PBS diploma.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
