Consultant Behaviour Specialist

at  Leonard Cheshire

LEONARD CHESHIRE WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FROM ALL SECTIONS OF THE COMMUNITY. WE ACTIVELY ENCOURAGE APPLICATIONS FROM PEOPLE WITH A DISABILITY, SUPPORTING WHERE POSSIBLE, YOUR REQUIREMENTS FOR REASONABLE ADJUSTMENTS.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk. A satisfactory disclosure check (PVG membership in Scotland) is required for this post. References will be obtained for all roles.
Shortlisting for this role may take place as applications are received. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy once suitable candidates have been appointed.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will be working directly within bespoke services specialising in supporting with individuals with Acquired Brain Injury, Learning Disabilities, Physical Disability and Autism. You will work alongside the staff team and management to enhance quality of life by using person-centred approaches to assist in designing and implementing short and long-term behavioural intervention and support strategies (using the framework of Positive behaviour Support). Your work will focus on providing coaching and support to minimise behaviours of challenge, assisting in functional behaviour assessments and interventions and development of person-centred training for individuals with complex needs.
The successful candidate will work within the Specialist Support Team, working in conjunction with the operational manager on a day-to-day basis within regional parameters. In addition, regular contact and clinical supervision will be provided to ensure best practice guidelines are followed. The successful candidate will be based in Leonard Cheshire’s Central England supported living services. The post will involve being based at the service up to 3 days a week. Candidates located within a central location of regions would be preferable. Benefits include mileage and expenses covered within the role, including subsistence for work within the field. All field clinicians are equipped with office setup for clinical work.