Embrace provides residential support services for adults and children with intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorder and acquired brain injuiries. We are currently seeking a Behaviour Support Specialist to join our team on a full-time basis. The Behaviour Support Specialist will form an integral part of our team, working autonomously and in collaboration with management and frontline staff to form tailor-made person-centred interventions and Positive Behaviour Support Plans. Candidates must be self-driven, focused, highly motivated, creative and experienced with a passion for engaging with and supporting our residents with their daily living.Essential Requirements:BCBA cerification or equivalentHonours Degree in Behavioural Psychology, Applied Behaviour Analysis or equivalentKnowledge and experience of working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries and autism spectrum disordersKnowledge and experience of implementing effective positive behaviour support programmes and continual development of PBS competenciesExperience of independently completing comprehensive behavioural assessments, completing reports and the development and implementation of multi-elemental behaviour support plansExperience of devising data collection systems and interpreting resultsExperience of developing and delivering training packages and workshops to frontline staff and familiesDemonstrated ability to work in a self-directed manner using initiative and creativityExxcellent communication, IT skills and time management skillsFull clean driving licence and willingness to travel within service locationsDesirable Requirements:Knowledge of health services and trends nationally and internationallyKnowledge of Microsoft Excel for graphing dataKnowledge of designated centres related standardsKnowledge of designated centres legislationsBenefits:The successful applicant will be offered an attractive remunertion and benefits package including;Competitive salary, depending on experienceCompany laptop and mobile phoneIncremental pay scaleTravel allowanceRefer-a-Friend Program - €150 per referralBike-to-Work SchemeSupervision and Continuous Professional DevelopmentEmployment Assistance ProgrammePRSA SchemeApplications should be forwarded to amanda@embraceliving.ie before the closing date of 16th February 2025