Specialist Support Worker in Belfast

Job Description

Location: The McSweeney Centre, 31 Henry Place, Belfast

Purpose of Role

To provide high quality support to people to enable them to live independently and to have choice and control over all aspects of their life in order to deliver our Mission.

About The Role

• Provide high quality support at all times to every person we support. This means giving each person the individual support they need, as outlined in the individual’s Person Centred Portfolio and their Behaviour Support Plan, to live the life they want.
• Learn about the person and share that knowledge with others who are also supporting the person.
• Assist in the development, implementation and evaluation of Person Centred Portfolios (PCPs). Support people to use alternative communication systems which enable them to make choices and have control over all aspects of their lives.
• Support people to understand their rights and responsibilities in relation to decision making and lifestyle choices.
• Enable people to participate in, and contribute to, their local community as active citizens (e.g. involvement in social, leisure and community-based activities, engagement in volunteering, training, and work experience opportunities as desired).

Access NI

An Enhanced Access NI Disclosure Check will be required for this position. A criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from obtaining the position. Positive Futures adheres to the Access NI Code of Practice, a copy of which can be made available upon request. Positive Futures also have a Policy and procedure on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders and Storage & Handling copies of which can be made available upon request.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of religious belief; political opinion; sex; sexual orientation; marital or civil partnership status; racial group; age; disability.

Skills Needed

About The Company

Founded in 1995 (initially under the name United Response NI), we now operate across Northern Ireland offering a wide range of services tailored to individuals with learning disabilities, acquired brain injury or autism and the families who support them. Our services include supported living, peripatetic housing support, shared-lives schemes, residential short breaks and family support. We focus on enabling people to live as equal citizens, develop independence and realise their hopes and dreams. With offices and services located in Bangor, Belfast, Enniskillen, Lisburn, Omagh and beyond, we’re committed to making a meaningful difference in local communities.

Company Culture

At Positive Futures, we foster a culture of respect, innovation and empowerment. We believe in putting people first—both those we support and our staff. We create environments where colleagues feel valued, where ideas for improvement are welcomed, and where continuous learning is encouraged. We support staff to grow professionally and personally, and we emphasise collaboration, listening and trust. Working with us means being part of a team that genuinely cares, is proactive in shaping futures and embraces the possibility in every situation.

Required Criteria

• QCF Level 2 / 3, Psychology Degree, Psychology Masters Degree or 3 Year\’s Experience in a health and social care setting
• 1-2 Year\’s Experience in a health and social care setting, alongside one of the above qualifications
• At least 1 year\’s experience of working with people with a learning disability OR autism
• At least 1 year\’s experience in managing behaviours of concern through the implementation of Positive Behaviour Support.
• Be registered, or be eligible for registration on appointment, on the appropriate part of the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC) or other relevant professional body

Desired Criteria

Closing Date

Monday 27th April, 2026

Contract Type

fulltime

Salary

From £26,500.00 Yearly to £28,500.00 Yearly