Deputy Manager - Positive Behaviour Supported Living - Lisburn -1year fixed term

Hive Healthcare; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Deputy Manager for its Positive Behaviour Supported Living service in Lisburn. The role involves managing care for individuals with learning disabilities and autism while collaborating with various health organizations. Candidates must possess the requisite professional qualifications and experience in leadership within health and social care settings. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, training opportunities, and a supportive work environment focused on staff development.

Benefits

35 days annual leave (pro-rata)

Annual pay progression

Auto Enrolment Pension with employer contribution

Sick pay scheme

Westfield Health cashback scheme

24-hour confidential counselling

Investment in People Platinum accreditation

Qualifications

• Experience managing group living facilities for individuals with learning disabilities.
• Three years in health or social care settings with one year in management.
• CPI physical intervention training certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage a person-centred approach to care for service users with complex needs.
• Oversee daily operations of residential care facilities.
• Collaborate with health and social care partners for quality service delivery.

Skills

Effective communication

IT skills

Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support

Education

Professional social work qualification (NISCC registered)

First-level registered nurse (NMC registered)

Allied Health Professional (Health Professions Council registered)

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care Services

Job description

Deputy Manager - Positive Behaviour Supported Living - Lisburn - 1 year fixed term

Johnston Way is an Intensive Support Service in North Lisburn providing a person-centred approach to service users with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.

We collaborate with Woven Housing Association and South Eastern Health and Social Care Trust to support individuals living in their own homes.

Johnston Way features two bungalows designed for eight residents, with communal living areas, kitchens, en-suite bedrooms, and an enclosed garden.

The service operates under the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Framework and provides 24-hour care and support.

Requirements

• A professional social work qualification registered with the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC) without conditions.
• OR a first-level registered nurse on the Nursing and Midwifery Council register.
• OR an Allied Health Professional registered with the Health Professions Council, combined with at least three years of experience in a health or social care setting, including one year in a management role.
• OR a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care Services (Adults’ Management) in Wales or Northern Ireland, with a minimum of four years of relevant practice experience.

Additional requirements include experience managing group living facilities for people with learning disabilities, knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support, effective communication and IT skills, CPI physical intervention training, a valid driving license with business insurance, and NISCC registration.

Further job details will be provided upon meeting all essential criteria.

Benefits

• 35 days annual leave (pro-rata), increasing with years of service.
• Annual pay progression on the salary scale.
• Auto Enrolment Pension with Standard Life (employer contribution 4%, employee 5%).
• Sick pay scheme increasing with service length.
• Westfield Health cashback scheme and 24-hour confidential counselling.
• Investment in People Platinum accreditation supporting staff development.

The successful candidate will receive training in CPI Intervention.