Overview
Stewarts Care is a long-established voluntary organisation, funded by the HSE under Section 38.
We support people with intellectual disabilities through residential care, day services, independent living, job advocacy, and vocational training.
Purpose of the Post
Reporting to the
Director of Nursing
, the
Behaviour Specialist
will, on a
Permanent Contract
, provide expertise in the area of positive behaviour support and work as part of the Behaviour Support Team.
Responsibilities
Provide expertise in positive behaviour support and contribute to the Behaviour Support Team.
Work in a multi-disciplinary setting to support individuals with intellectual disabilities.
Qualifications and Experience
Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst preferred but not essential with two years' experience in a similar role.
Hold a higher qualification in the area of behavioural assessment and intervention e.g., MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Diploma in Applied Psychology of Learning Disability (Challenging Behaviour).
Evidence of participation in continuing professional development.
Hold a full clean driving licence and access to a car.
Benefits and Perks
Financial:
Public sector pay & pension, sick pay scheme, VHI group insurance scheme, Hospital Saturday Fund, Health Services Credit Union.
Career Development:
Education and CPD support, opportunities for development and progression.
Family & Lifestyle:
Enhanced parental leave benefits, Cycle to Work scheme.
Health & Wellbeing:
Free online GP, Employee Assistance Programme, discounted onsite leisure centre (gym and pool), subsidised onsite canteen.
Collaborative MDT:
Opportunity to work within a large, supportive and experienced team of positive behaviour support specialists within a wider multi-disciplinary team.
Note: Certain benefits are available following successful completion of the probation period.
In line with the Department of Health consolidated pay scales, the current salary scale is Grade VI (Clerical); €57,325 – €70,034 per annum (including LSI).
Reference
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Stewarts Care
is an equal opportunities employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
Applicants who require assistance or reasonable accommodations at any stage of the application or interview process may contact ****** in confidence.
For complete details view the full job description in the Additional Information section below.
Type of Position:
Permanent
Work Pattern:
Full Time
Additional Information
Behaviour Specialist Candidate Brief.pdf
Location
Dublin
Country
Ireland
Stewarts Care is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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