Behaviour Specialist – Meath

Cpl Healthcare; Leinster; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cpl Healthcare is representing a leading provider of person-centred support services for adults with complex needs. We are seeking an experienced Behaviour Specialist to join a multidisciplinary team in Stamullen, Meath, with travel across North Dublin, Meath, Louth, Kildare, Wicklow and Cavan as required.

The successful candidate will conduct functional behavioural assessments, develop Positive Behaviour Support plans, provide specialist advice and intervention, coach staff and deliver

Qualifications

• Primary degree in an allied healthcare profession.
• Postgraduate qualification in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Positive Behaviour Support or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year’s experience working with adults with disabilities, including Intellectual Disability, ASD and/or Mental health.

Responsibilities

• Conducting functional behavioural assessments.
• Developing, implementing and reviewing Positive Behaviour Support plans.
• Providing specialist behavioural advice and intervention.
• Coaching and mentoring staff in positive behavioural approaches.
• Delivering training to staff and other professionals.
• Working collaboratively within a Multi-Disciplinary Team.
• Monitoring behavioural data and evaluating interventions.
• Maintaining high-quality clinical records and reports.

Skills

Behavioural assessment

Staff coaching

Staff training

Data monitoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in allied healthcare

Postgraduate qualification in Applied Behaviour Analysis

Postgraduate qualification in Positive Behaviour Support

Job description

Behaviour Specialist – Full-Time Permanent

In partnership with our client, a leading provider of person-centred support services for individuals with complex needs is seeking an experienced Behaviour Specialist to join their expanding Multi-Disciplinary Team.

Location: Primarily Stamullen, Co. Meath, with travel to community houses across North Dublin, Meath, Louth, Kildare, Wicklow and Cavan as required.

This is a key clinical role supporting adults with complex needs, including Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Acquired Brain Injury, Mental Health needs and behaviours of concern.

The successful candidate will provide specialist behavioural assessment, formulation and intervention, working closely with individuals, families, support staff and multidisciplinary professionals to develop effective, person-centred approaches that promote quality of life, independence and positive outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conducting functional behavioural assessments
• Developing, implementing and reviewing Positive Behaviour Support plans
• Providing specialist behavioural advice and intervention
• Coaching and mentoring staff in positive behavioural approaches
• Delivering training to staff and other professionals
• Working collaboratively within a Multi-Disciplinary Team
• Monitoring behavioural data and evaluating interventions
• Maintaining high-quality clinical records and reports

Essential requirements:

• Primary degree in an allied healthcare profession
• Postgraduate qualification in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Positive Behaviour Support or equivalent
• Minimum 1 year’s experience working with adults with disabilities, including Intellectual Disability, ASD and/or Mental

Health

• Full Irish driving licence

Desirable:

• BCBA qualification
• Experience working with individuals with ABI and/or dementia

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, multidisciplinary and person-centred organisation committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based support to individuals with complex needs.

• Contract: Full-time, permanent
• Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience and qualifications
• Location: Stamullen, Co. Meath + regional travel