Join to apply for the Behaviour Support Specialist role at St. Catherine's Association1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Behaviour Support Specialist role at St. Catherine's AssociationBehaviour Support SpecialistOn a specified purpose contract supporting children/young adults with intellectual disabilityPOSITION AVAILABLE:We have an exciting opportunity for aBehaviour Support SpecialistOn a specified purpose contract supporting children/young adults with intellectual disabilityPOSITION AVAILABLE:Specified Purpose Contract (Minimum 1 year duration)Full-time (35 hours per week)You Are:Highly organized, eager for professional growth, and possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. You maintain a highly professional manner in providing support to families and staff teams. You are skilled at multitasking and are able to juggle multiple projects and ongoing are calm and collected and understand how to break down complex issues. You consistently uphold the rights and dignity of individuals we support. You take pride in your work and make it a point to cultivate a culture of respect and collaboration.We Are:St. Catherines Association is a non-profit organisation and registered charity funded by the HSE that provides health related supports to children and young adults with moderate to profound intellectual disabilities and autism in the Wicklow area. These services include Respite and Short Break Support Services, Adult Day Services and Residential Services and access to clinical supports through referral to Childrens Disability Network Team.Job Role:Responsible for the assessment and development of support programmes for intervention for children and young adults who have intellectual disabilities and display challenging behaviours.You will use a person-centred approach.Develop Positive Behaviour Support Plans which includes identifying proactive strategies, adaptations, preventative strategiesYou will keep up to date with the relevant changes and best practice in the field of intellectual disability, driving and participating in evidence-based practise.Ongoing Monitoring using a range of tools to ensure the ongoing effectiveness of interventions and plansProvide training in a range of areas and approaches that may be required by the individuals support plan.Provide on-the-ground support for frontline managers, staff teams and families in translating training into action.Attend and participate in regular team and other meetings, both internal and externalEngage effectively with outside agencies and advocate for the children and young people attending the serviceEssential:A degree in Psychology.A minimum of two years experience in a PBS Specialist role within a disability organisation providing PBS support services to Children/Adults.Extensive clinical experience working autonomously in carrying out Comprehensive Behavioural Assessments and the development and subsequent implementation of Multi-element Behaviour Support Plans.Experience designing and delivering training packages to staff and families (internal & external).Experience working as part of an inter-disciplinary team and autonomously.Hold a full clean driving license and have access to a car.Desirable:A Masters Degree in Psychology, Education or equivalent.BCBA certification or equivalent.Benefits:HSE Consolidated Pay ScalesNational Federation Voluntary Bodies Pension SchemeEmployee Wellbeing InitiativesRefer a Friend SchemeChristmas Savings ClubExcellent training opportunitiesStaff Education Loans and Paid Study LeaveBike to Work SchemeEnhanced Annual LeavePaid Maternity and Adoptive Leave * eligibility criteriaSick Pay Scheme * eligibility criteriaSalary:As per the Clinical Nurse Specialist pay scaleSalary:As per the Clinical Nurse Specialist pay scaleClosing Date:5pm Friday 22nd August 2025Benefits:HSE consolidated pay scales Contributory pension scheme Excellent training opportunitiesSeniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesMental Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at St. Catherine's Association by 2xSign in to set job alerts for “Support Specialist” roles.Retail Support & Operations - Full Time - Electrical Dept.Newtown Mountkennedy, County Wicklow, Ireland 4 days agoRetail Support & Operations - Full Time - Computers Dept.Rathfarnham, County Dublin, Ireland 1 week agoWicklow, County Wicklow, Ireland 2 days agoRetail Support & Operations - Full Time - Electrical Dept.Rathfarnham, County Dublin, Ireland 3 weeks agoTeach in Indonesia! 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