Job Title: Behaviour Specialist
We are seeking experienced Behaviour Specialists to join our expanding team within Nua Healthcare.
About the Role:
The Behaviour Specialist will work with adults in a Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit based in North Cork, collaborating with a diverse multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Undertake Functional Assessments and develop Multi Element Behaviour Support Plans (MEBSPs) to support individuals with their behaviour.
* Promote Positive Behaviour Support across the organization through quality checking and improvement planning of Personal Plans.
Day-to-Day Activities:
* Manage an individual caseload.
* Travel to different locations as required.
* Complete Functional Assessments as required.
* Develop MEBSPs in collaboration with relevant others.
* Oversee the implementation and monitoring of each MEBSP.
* Assist and collaborate with others to integrate recommendations into individual Personal Plans.
* Provide training to front-line staff.
* Ensure all MEBSPs meet regulatory standards.
* Quality check Personal Plans for each individual and provide structured quality improvement plans.
* Maintain ongoing focus on education and professional accreditation.
* Engage in individual and peer clinical supervision.
* Work collaboratively as part of a nationwide Multi-Disciplinary Team.
* Contribute to service development under a Positive Behaviour Support framework.
Requirements:
* Psychology Degree or equivalent.
* MSc ABA or equivalent.
* BCBA preferred but not essential.
Experience:
* Three years minimum experience in a similar role or health/social care setting.
Skills:
* Strong leadership skills.
* Strong problem-solving skills and judgement.
* Making critical decisions and recommendations.
* Flexible team working.
* Good listener and open to learning from others.
* Excellent organisational skills / self-motivation / self-starter.
* Excellent verbal and written communication and IT skills.
* Dedicated, reliable and flexible approach to work.
* Demonstrated history of caseload management.