Positive Behaviour Support Specialist — Empower Independence

Northyorks; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Happy Futures in the North of England is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team, dedicated to promoting independence for people with learning disabilities and autism who display behaviours of concern using Positive Behaviour Support.

Join us to provide direct support, companionship, and help individuals participate in therapeutic and social activities, while maintaining records and working with families and other services.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to individuals who exhibit complex and challenging behaviour.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to help individuals use coping strategies.
• Manage behaviour to enable participation in therapeutic and social activities.
• Be involved in risk assessment and follow risk assessments consistently.
• Use positive behaviour to identify distress causes and respond per PBS plan.
• Demonstrate active listening and clear, calm communication.
• Record incidents and contribute to team discussions on incident analysis.
• Collaborate with parents, Support Workers and other services to ensure quality care.
• Maintain records relating to good practice, health, safety and statutory requirements.
• Support personal finances and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and policies.
• Encourage health promotion and regular health checks.
• Promote independence in daily activities such as personal care, cooking, and housekeeping.
• Support individuals to build and maintain confidence.

Job description

Happy Futures in the North of England is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team, dedicated to promoting independence for people with learning disabilities and autism who display behaviours of concern using Positive Behaviour Support.

Join us to provide direct support, companionship, and help individuals participate in therapeutic and social activities, while maintaining records and working with families and other services.