Positive Behaviour Support and Behaviour Analyst

Chase Medical; Mexborough; Hybrid; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected care provider in the UK is looking for a Positive Behaviour Support and Behaviour Analyst to join their team. This permanent position offers a salary of £46,000 and requires a master's degree in a relevant field along with strong experience in managing clinical caseloads. The role includes coaching PBS practitioners, conducting behaviour assessments, and supporting individuals with complex needs. The ideal candidate will thrive in a multi-disciplinary environment and is committed to delivering high-quality behavioural support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in a PBS specific role.
• Clinical experience with high-risk behaviours.
• Experience in a multi-disciplinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Coaching teams in effective PBS practice.
• Managing a clinical caseload for individuals with high risk behaviours.
• Delivering PBS training for staff and families.

Skills

Coaching and supporting PBS Practitioners

Strong assessment skills

Delivering training and coaching

Managing a clinical caseload

Developing and implementing PBS plans

Education

MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis

UKBA Cert and current UKSBA membership

Job description

Positive Behaviour Support and Behaviour Analyst

I'm currently working with an amazing Supported Living care provider who is looking to take on a Positive Behaviour Support and Behaviour Analyst. This is a permanent, full-time position; they have offices based in Colchester & Clacton on Sea, so you can work in the office that works best for you, and they're offering a salary of £46,000. They're a highly respected care provider known for delivering compassionate, forward thinking and person centred support for individuals with learning disabilities, autism, physical disabilities, mental health needs and behaviours that present significant challenges.

To ensure you are supported in your practice, they'll also provide external clinical supervision delivered by experienced PBS clinicians.

Key aspects of the role include

• Coaching and supporting PBS Practitioners to deliver effective and ethical PBS practice
• Building confidence and reflective practice through guidance and mentoring
• Working closely with the Head of PBS to support the implementation of PBS policies, systems and processes
• Managing a clinical caseload for individuals presenting high risk behaviours
• Completing Functional Behaviour Assessments in collaboration with the individual, staff teams and families
• Developing and reviewing PBS plans that are evidence based and fully involve the people supported
• Clearly communicating assessment outcomes to promote understanding and consistency
• Coaching teams in the use of Behavioural Skills Training
• Recording, monitoring and analysing behavioural data to demonstrate progress and positive outcomes
• Delivering and contributing to PBS training for staff and families
• Leading or contributing to person centred planning and promoting wellbeing, independence and community inclusion
• Supporting shared risk assessments and safe community engagement
• Supporting transitions for individuals with complex needs while maintaining current knowledge of PBS best practice
• Upholding company values, policies and procedures
• Supporting recruitment and induction within the PBS team
• Contributing to service development, policy review and new initiatives

Training and qualifications

MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Positive Behaviour Support, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities or an equivalent discipline
UKBA Cert and current UKSBA membership

Essential experience

• A minimum of three years in a PBS specific role
• Clinical experience supporting individuals with complex needs and high risk behaviours
• Experience managing a complex clinical caseload
• Strong assessment and intervention development skills
• Experience developing, implementing and evaluating PBS plans
• Experience supporting individuals with communication difficulties
• Experience delivering training and coaching
• Experience working within a multi disciplinary environment