Job summary
Do you have an interest in problem solving? Data analysis? Supporting people with learning disabilities?
If so, the Intensive Support Team is the place for you. We specialise in supporting adults and children with a learning disability, who present with distressed behaviour that is described as complex and challenging.
A big part of your role would be to observe and work with people in the community and also support with data collection, analysing and collating information, and developing evidence in a way that will directly influence the support a person receives.
You will get to work with a range of professionals, such as Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Clinical Psychologists and Behaviour Specialists within the team, as well as a range of professionals from different settings, such as Consultant Psychiatrists, Teachers, Social Workers, and Support Workers.
If you are keen to learn and be fully involved in working with people with a learning disability who show behaviours that challenge, we would encourage you to read our job description and person specification and apply for the position. We look forward to hearing from you!
Note: Access to a car or alternative travel for business use is essential as this role involves client visits all over Oxfordshire.
Note: Please note that this job advert will be closed early should we receive sufficient applications.
Main duties of the job
This job role provides the opportunity to build skills and knowledge in PBS. The role will focus on contributing to the assessment of behaviour functions and the application of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) interventions, under the supervision of registered clinicians. This will be done through observations within community settings, discussions with clinicians, analysing and visually representing data collected, and supporting formulation of plans.
The Intensive Support Team supports hybrid working from the home and the office, with the team meeting once a week in the office at a minimum. Due to the nature of work, some visits may start earlier and/or finish later than core business hours.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assist in the implementation and evaluation of positive behavioural interventions, utilising a range of resources in order to achieve positive outcomes.
- To be responsible for building a rapport with service users, which will entail working with them in community settings (e.g., the persons home, day service, work environment, hospital).
- To provide regular and practical support to service users and their carers in developing and managing independence and maintaining dignity and self-respect, under the direction of senior team members. This may include support with tasks for daily living and home management. e.g., cooking, personal care.
- To monitor clients progress, taking account of their environment and through supervision adjust own clinical interventions accordingly
- To develop skills and awareness in Applied Behaviour Analysis and Positive Behaviour Support to compliment interventions and the work of the Intensive Support Team.
- To attend all clinical team meetings and representing the Intensive Support Team at other meetings/activities.
- Maintain clear communication systems, eg: clients notes, letters to clients, other professionals and their GP so that risk is managed effectively.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To assist in the implementation and evaluation of positive behavioural interventions, utilising a range of resources in order to achieve positive outcomes.
- To be responsible for building a rapport with service users, which will entail working with them in community settings (e.g., the persons home, day service, work environment, hospital).
- To provide regular and practical support to service users and their carers in developing and managing independence and maintaining dignity and self-respect, under the direction of senior team members. This may include support with tasks for daily living and home management. e.g., cooking, personal care.
- To monitor clients progress, taking account of their environment and through supervision adjust own clinical interventions accordingly
- To develop skills and awareness in Applied Behaviour Analysis and Positive Behaviour Support to compliment interventions and the work of the Intensive Support Team.
- To attend all clinical team meetings and representing the Intensive Support Team at other meetings/activities.
- Maintain clear communication systems, eg: clients notes, letters to clients, other professionals and their GP so that risk is managed effectively.
Person Specification
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Able to provide high standards of care
- Experience of working within a community setting
- Positive Behaviour Support knowledge and experience
- Detail oriented observational and reporting skills
Desirable
- Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Person Centred Active Support
Personal Qualities
Essential
- To be able to work closely with all team members and follow advice/instruction as necessary
- Self-reflecting with regards to personal and professional development
- Approachable and facilitative and holistic person-centred approach
- Ability to engage with colleagues at all levels across agencies
- Enthusiastic and motivated
- Cheerful/pleasant disposition, able to deal with patient contact which may occasionally be emotionally upsetting or stressful
Desirable
- Willingness to be involved in supporting practice placements for students
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience in health care setting either before, during or after education development to prepare for this role.
- Experience of contributing to the training others in the implementation of positive support approaches
- Experience of communicating with families, carers, staff, users in various settings
- Evidence of supporting people with a learning disability and/or autism
Desirable
- Experience of working in a setting using Positive Behaviour Support
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3 or equivalent
- Good general education
Desirable
- Experience of working within a health service
Person Specification
Knowledge Requirements
Essential
- Able to provide high standards of care
- Experience of working within a community setting
- Positive Behaviour Support knowledge and experience
- Detail oriented observational and reporting skills
Desirable
- Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Person Centred Active Support
Personal Qualities
Essential
- To be able to work closely with all team members and follow advice/instruction as necessary
- Self-reflecting with regards to personal and professional development
- Approachable and facilitative and holistic person-centred approach
- Ability to engage with colleagues at all levels across agencies
- Enthusiastic and motivated
- Cheerful/pleasant disposition, able to deal with patient contact which may occasionally be emotionally upsetting or stressful
Desirable
- Willingness to be involved in supporting practice placements for students
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience in health care setting either before, during or after education development to prepare for this role.
- Experience of contributing to the training others in the implementation of positive support approaches
- Experience of communicating with families, carers, staff, users in various settings
- Evidence of supporting people with a learning disability and/or autism
Desirable
- Experience of working in a setting using Positive Behaviour Support
Qualifications
Essential
- NVQ 3 or equivalent
- Good general education
Desirable
- Experience of working within a health service
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
