Positive Behaviour Practitioner

Isabella'S Homes Limited; Dudley; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Isabellas Homes is seeking a dedicated Positive Behaviour Practitioner to support adults with complex mental health needs in Dudley. You will implement PBS plans, assess behaviours, and train staff across multiple sites to promote trauma-informed, least-restrictive care.

The role requires a psychology degree (2:1), experience in forensic or community mental health, strong report writing, and a valid driving licence. UK registration is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology with a minimum 2:1.
• Experience in forensic settings or community mental health.
• Strong understanding of PBS and person-centred planning.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and across multiple sites.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Complete functional behavioural assessments for individuals with behaviours that challenge.
• Develop and implement Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans.
• Train and support staff in understanding and applying behavioural strategies.
• Work with multidisciplinary teams to promote trauma-informed, least-restrictive practice.
• Provide clinical input to risk assessments, care plans, and crisis prevention strategies.
• Monitor and evaluate progress, adapting interventions where necessary.
• Support referral assessments and contribute to funding/clinical justifications.

Skills

PBS qualification

Forensic experience

Report writing

Education

Degree in Psychology (2:1)

Job description

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to apply your psychology background to directly impact the lives of vulnerable adults transitioning from long-term hospital care to independence. You will:

Main duties of the job

• Complete functional behavioural assessments for individuals with behaviours that challenge
• Develop and implement Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans
• Train and support staff in understanding and applying behavioural strategies
• Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to promote trauma-informed, least-restrictive practice
• Provide clinical input to risk assessments, care plans, and crisis prevention strategies
• Monitor and evaluate progress, adapting interventions where necessary
• Support referral assessments and contribute to funding/clinical justifications

About us

Isabellas Homes is one of the UKs fastest-growing supported living providers, specialising in supporting adults with complex mental health needs, autism, learning disabilities, and forensic histories. With a proven track record of delivering high-quality, person-centred care, we are now seeking a dedicated and passionate Positive Behaviour Practitioner to join our expanding team.

Job responsibilities

• Complete functional behavioural assessments for individuals with behaviours that challenge
• Develop and implement Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans
• Train and support staff in understanding and applying behavioural strategies
• Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to promote trauma-informed, least-restrictive practice
• Provide clinical input to risk assessments, care plans, and crisis prevention strategies
• Monitor and evaluate progress, adapting interventions where necessary
• Support referral assessments and contribute to funding/clinical justifications

Person Specification

Experience (Essential)

• Working towards or holding a PBS qualification
• Experience in forensic settings or community mental health

Qualifications (Essential)

• A recognised degree in Psychology (minimum 2:1)
• Experience working with individuals with autism, mental health needs, or learning disabilities
• A strong understanding of PBS and person-centred planning
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and across multiple sites
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle (required)

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name: Isabellas Homes

Address: Zicam Integrated Security Ltd, 4 Firs Street, Dudley, West Midlands, DY2 7DN, United Kingdom

Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details: HR, Isabellas Homes HR, [e-mail]

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.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.