PBS Practitioner

Priory Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Enhanced maternity pay

Birthday Holiday

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

IPD for professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Development opportunities

Job summary

Priory Hospital Mill Garth and Priory Hospital Market Weighton are recruiting a PBS Practitioner to support male adults with mental health needs. The role is full-time, based at Mill Garth in Leeds with travel to Market Weighton as required.

You will lead Functional Behaviour Assessments, develop PBS plans, and provide staff training while working within a compassionate multidisciplinary team dedicated to rehabilitation and recovery.

Qualifications

• Formal PBS qualification or related field (e.g., BSc/ MSc).
• Degree-level or higher qualification in psychology or related field.
• Experience with co-occurring mental health conditions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Functional Behaviour Assessments.
• Develop and implement PBS plans.
• Provide staff training on PBS and related therapies.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams and families.

Education

PBS qualification

Degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

PBS Practitioner

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Mill Garth

Compensation: £35,000 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Mill Garth & Priory Hospital Market Weighton

£35,000

Full Time - 40 Hours

Priory Hospital Mill Garth and Priory Hospital Market Weigton have an opportunity for a PBS Practitioner to join our team.

Priory Hospital Mill Garth, Leeds, West Yorkshire is a level 2 rehabilitation service for adult males with a range of mental health disorders. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes serving Meanwood and Leeds railway station approximately 3-4 miles from the service.

Priory Hospital Market Weighton, East Yorkshire is a level 2 rehabilitation service for adult males, offering a tailored therapeutic programme focused on stabilisation, skills development, and community integration. It is accessible by public transport, with a bus stop nearby and local bus and train links in the surrounding area. The M62 motorway is approximately 8 miles away, with road connections along the main York-Hull route.

You'll need your own vehicle and a full driving licence - we'll cover all business mileage.

What you'll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

• Demonstrate best practice in the implementation of PBS, working with individuals, colleagues, key stakeholders, internal and external multidisciplinary teams, and families.
• Conduct Functional Behaviour Assessments.
• Develop and implement PBS plans.
• Provide staff training and development, including PBS, practice workshops, and other associated training.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential for the role

• Formal qualification in PBS or related field (e.g., BSc in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, MSc Applied Behaviour Analysis, MA or MSc in Autism Studies, PBS/ABA Graduate Diploma).
• Qualified at Degree level or higher in a relevant field, e.g., Psychology.
• Experience working with people with co-occurring mental health conditions.

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

Healthcare benefits

• Free on-site parking
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.