Behaviour Support Worker

BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND WEST REGION 1 X Temporary Behaviour Support Worker RINDOON SERVICES (Roscommon Town area) JOB REF: 71330 While this position will suit one candidate as a full time post, it may also be suitable split between two candidates on a part time basis.
Location: Assignment to Rindoon Services, initially based in the Roscommon Town area.
Future developments within the services may require that you are prepared to transfer to other work locations as the service needs demand.
The Role: This is a direct support / front line role providing support to an individual with Intellectual Disability, Autism and Complex Behaviours.
The role is to assist the Behaviour Support Team with the required intensive therapeutic interventions.
The successful candidate will take a lead role with implementation of the Behaviour Support Plan and associated therapeutic supports.
This will involve supporting the Individual during behaviours of distress.
This role includes working as a key worker to support and advocate for the individual supported by the service.
The role is to support the person in all aspects of their life focusing on the individuals ability while promoting independence and development of skills.
This post involves being part of building a competence enhancing and supportive environment around the individual.
The role will assist and support the individual, with the development of their person centred plan, the achievement of associated outcomes, to live a meaningful life and fulfil their potential.
The successful candidate will encourage community participation and inclusion in positive ways, seek opportunities for new experiences and encourage positive risk taking.
Reporting/Responsible To: Reporting operationally to the Area Manager or any person assigned by the Area Manger and reporting clinically to Senior Behaviour Specialist/Therapist.
Qualifications/Experience: Candidates require a level 7 qualification relevant to the health sector.
Candidates must have a qualification and / or training in Positive Behaviour Support.
(This role is suitable for a person who has obtained or is pursuing a qualification in Applied Behavioural Analysis / Positive Behaviour Support.
The Senior Behaviour Specialist/Therapist will provide supervision.
The available supervision meets the requirements towards Accreditation with the Behaviour Analyst Certification Board.)
Candidates must have experience of working with Individuals, who present with an Intellectual Disability and/ or Autism.
Candidates must have experience working with Individuals who present with Behaviours that challenge.
A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads and use of your own car is an essential requirement.
It may also be necessary for the appointee to obtain a Class D1 Driving Licence (if not already in possession of one).
Assistance will be given towards this purpose of obtaining a class D1 licence.
Candidates should be proficient in I.T.
Skills i.e.
ability to use computers, modern technology, on-line system and assistive technology.
Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post.
The successful candidate should have good team working skills and be able to demonstrate creativity, positivity and enthusiasm in their role.
Skills: Candidates must demonstrate, Understanding of a functional approach of Behaviours that Challenge, placing an emphasis on creating a competence enhancing and supportive environment.
An ability to remain calm in demanding environment.
Active support and empower each individual in their endeavours to achieve priority goals in their Personal Outcome Measures.
A capability to be flexible and creative in an approach with an enthusiasm and commitment to ensuring a person centred philosophy.
An ability to exercise good judgement and use initiative in problem solving.
An ability to exercise effective interpersonal skills, to collaborate, communicate and work effectively with people supported, clinical colleagues and front line staff colleagues.
Excellent organisational and planning skills to implement and support quality initiatives in the development of day services.
The successful candidate should demonstrate team working skills within a dynamic team environment and be able to demonstrate creativity, positivity and enthusiasm in their role.
Working hours: 78 hours a fortnight or two part time posts of 39 hours per fortnight rostered Monday to Friday.
Contracted hours of work are liable to change from 8am to 8pm to meet the requirements of the programme.
The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours and any changes in rostering in the future to provide a quality service delivery for each individual.
Starting and finishing times will be as notified to you by the person in charge.
Annual Leave: 22 days per annum (pro-rata for part-time).
Remuneration: Department of Health, Senior Instructor/Supervisor Grade applies.
€38,620 x 8 increments - €49,278 (Max) per annum (pro-rata for part-time).
LSI 1 €50,886 per annum pro-rata is paid after 3 years on the maximum of the scale.
LSI 2 €52,575 per annum pro-rata is paid after a further 3 years.
Tenure: 1 X 1-year fixed term temporary full time and pensionable, working 78 hours per fortnight OR 2 X 1-year fixed term temporary part time and pensionable, working 39 hours per fortnight Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post.
The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment.
The probation period may be extended at the Employers discretion.
JOB DESCRIPTION Specific Conditions Staff must have a positive attitude towards working with persons with an intellectual disability and help to ensure that they lead as normal and enjoyable a life as possible.
Staff must treat each person with an intellectual disability as an individual and at all times acknowledge and respect the rights and personal dignity of the person with an intellectual disability.
Staff are required to establish and maintain relationships with adults with disabilities that are based on respect and equality and that promote their independence.
An understanding that the person using services is responsible for directing his/her services; this is achieved in partnership with family members, the Manager or any other person designated by the manager and the multidisciplinary support team.
An understanding of the New Directions model of day support services, as developed by the HSE.
A willingness to work in promoting this model within your role under the supervision and direction of the Manager or any other person designated by the manager For Full Job Description Details please see attached via our careers Informal enquiries to Helen Hunt, Area Manager Closing date for receipt of applications/CVs online is Thursday 31/10/2024 at 5pm Interviews will be held on Thursday 14th November 2024 The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer Skills: Autism Spectrum Disorders Communication & Interpersonal Skills IT Skills intellectual disability Third level qualification Benefits: Flexible Schedules Professional Development + Growth Opportunities for Advancement Work/Life Balance Free onsite parking Pension Scheme Learning and development opportunities