At a Glance
- Tasks: Support individuals with diverse needs through tailored Positive Behaviour Support plans.
- Company: Specialist care provider dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities and autism.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, health benefits, professional development, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Flexible travel required; minimum three days per week in service.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while working in a fulfilling and dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Level 2/3 in Health & Social Care or Mental Health; experience in Positive Behaviour Support.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
Job Description
Positive Behaviour Support Assistant
Pay
- £30,000 per annum
- Refer a Friend Scheme
- £250 awarded (T&C's apply)
Are you passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of individuals with diverse needs?
If so, we invite you to apply for our exciting opportunity as a Positive Behaviour Support Assistant.
Travel requirement
: Being able to travel is essential in this role and flexibility required. Frinton-on-sea is where you will be based a minimum of three days per week.
Please note we are not a recruitment agency.
About Us
We are committed to Equal Opportunities.
We are a specialist care provider supporting individual adults that have a learning disability and or are on the autism spectrum, particularly those with significant behaviours that are behaviours of concern.
This includes adults with additional mental health support needs and sensory processing needs.
The care provided will be within their own home, a home that they have chosen; this will be domiciliary service where the care team visit the individual in their own home to deliver the support that they require.
Our Mission
“To empower individuals to live quality, fulfilled and valued lives in their own way, breaking down barriers to help people to contribute to society and having meaningful relationships”.
We believe that all individuals with learning disabilities and / or autism are entitled to have a quality life, where they feel valued and fulfilled. We see this as:
- Experiencing new and enriching life experiences
- Receiving the right support to make decisions about the direction of their lives.
- Participating, influencing, and being accepted as members of their communities.
- Remaining healthy both physically and mentally
- Being able to express their own cultural and spiritual beliefs.
- Being able to take risk positively.
- Having meaningful and loving relationships outside of their paid support
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the unique needs and preferences of individuals.
- Develop and implement personalised Positive Behaviour Support plans tailored to enhance each individual's quality of life.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including caregivers, families, and other professionals, to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to support.
- Provide ongoing training and guidance to support staff, caregivers, and family members in the implementation of Positive Behaviour Support strategies.
- Utilise evidence-based practices to address challenging behaviours and promote skill development.
- Foster a culture of dignity and respect, valuing the individuality of each person we serve.
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, adjusting strategies as needed with support from the PBS lead.
- Create easy read Positive behaviour support plans in a way the individual can understand how their needs will be met.
- Systematically collect data on target behaviours and the effectiveness of interventions.
Expectations of the role
- Work alongside a PBS practitioner to analyse data and create reports for stakeholders, ensuring transparency and collaboration in the support process.
- Regularly monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the Positive Behaviour Support plan.
- Minimum of three days per week in service to coach and guide the support team.
Qualifications: The right candidate must hold one of the following
- Qualifications – level 2/3 or equivalent in Health & Social Care or Mental Health studies.
- Be willing to work towards a diploma in PBS.
- The right candidate must be able to evidence the following
- Experience in developing and implementing Positive Behaviour Support plans.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for improving the lives of others.
- Ability to adapt to various environments and work collaboratively within a team.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
- Professional development opportunities to enhance your skills.
- Supportive and inclusive work culture that values diversity.
- *Refer a friend bonus is payable at
- £125 once the referred individual has successfully completed their first shift.
- £125 once the referred individual has successfully completed their probation period.
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Positive Behaviour Support Assistant employer: LDA Care Ltd
As a Bank Female Support Worker in the Egremont area, you will join a compassionate team dedicated to providing meaningful support to individuals with complex mental health needs. Our commitment to employee growth is reflected in our ongoing training and coaching opportunities, alongside competitive pay and benefits such as a refer-a-friend scheme and paid holidays. We foster a supportive work culture that values kindness, creativity, and teamwork, making it an excellent place for those looking to make a real difference in people's lives.
