Job summary Do you have a compassionate approach to working with people? Are you committed to understanding peoples needs and using evidence-based practice to help people to flourish?We are looking for a Positive Behaviour Support Clinical Specialist to join us to support the delivery of high quality, person-centred support to improve the quality of life of adults with learning disabilities. You will be a key part of the multi-disciplinary team within services and will also be part of our Therapeutic Services team, comprising of Applied Psychology, Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy. This role is within two of our small residential homes, based in Thorne (South Yorkshire) and Scunthorpe (Lincolnshire). However, travel to other Hesley Group services will be required for team meetings and based on service needs. This is a full time role (part time will be considered) Main duties of the job We are looking to recruit people who have: Enthusiasm for engaging autistic individuals and people with intellectual disabilities in planning their own futures.Extensive Experience in working with autistic individuals and people with intellectual disabilities.Extensive Experience in collaborative approaches to working with behaviours of concern and reducing restrictive practices MSc in PBS/ABA or equivalent, with an in-depth understanding of the principles and application of PBS.Extensive Experience of carrying out behavioural and skills assessment and interventions, and in implementing PBS in MDT settings Extensive Experience in coaching, training and supporting staff. Experience of providing supervision and supporting service development For any further information about the role please contact Zoe.bradshawhesleygroup.co.uk About us Benefits of working for us: Supervision from experienced BCBAs and psychologists 8 weeks holiday Extensive CPD and training opportunities Pension scheme Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through our Hesley Hub reward and recognition platform, as well as the chance to win up to £100 vouchers every month from our STAR Awards Access to an employee assistance programme which includes a confidential counselling service and physiotherapy Date posted 03 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £48,588 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number U0020-25-0001 Job locations Hesley Group Ltd 27 Dragonby Road Thorne Scunthorpe South Yorkshire DN17 2LD Hesley Lifecare Services Ltd King Street Thorne Doncaster South Yorkshire DN8 5AU Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: Positive Behaviour Support Clinical Specialist Service: Central Services Responsible to: Consultant Clinical Psychologist / Applied Psychology Lead Brief description of core values: As a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Clinical Specialist you will take a compassionate approach to working with people, committed to understanding peoples needs and using evidence-based practice to help people to flourish. Brief description of key responsibilities: Working within the PBS framework, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to understand peoples needs holistically. You may work in a range of settings which include residential, educational and vocational. You will work alongside colleagues to ensure that services have the knowledge and skills to deliver high quality support environments. Working together with the people we support, their support staff, families and other key people you will help people to identify and achieve their goals. You will work autonomously to carry out specialist and complex assessment and intervention, coaching and motivating others to bring about meaningful change. As a PBS Clinical Specialist you will have the opportunity to support with service/organisation wide PBS initiatives and will supervise the work of others implementing interventions. Key Result areas: Clinical 1. To conduct descriptive functional behavioural assessment and communicate this to others in an accessible format. 2. To develop and implement multi-component holistic behavioural interventions. 3. To communicate effectively with other professionals in the multi-disciplinary team and attend multi-disciplinary meetings and reviews. 4. To chair meetings with multiple key people. 5. To produce professional reports. 6. To be involved, as appropriate, in pre-admission assessments and transition planning. 7. To provide specialist advice, direct coaching and consultation to support staff, families and professionals. 8. To manage highly complex information and sensitive situations related to behaviours of concern. 9. To communicate information to others in a skilled and sensitive manner. 10.To monitor progress through the use of data collection, at an individual, service and organisational level. Training and supervision: 11.To take part in regular professional supervision and appraisal. 12.To maintain an active engagement with current developments in the field of Positive Behaviour Support. 13.To maintain an active engagement with current relevant legislation, guidance and initiatives in relation to people with intellectual disabilities, those who are autistic and people who may at times present with behaviours of concern. 14.To maintain an active engagement with knowledge of restrictive practice reduction. 15.To continue to develop skills and knowledge through further training. 16.To provide clinical and line management supervision for staff implementing PBS interventions or completing PBS training. 17.To share practice through relevant forums and conferences, locally and nationally. Research and service evaluation: 18.To implement evidence-based practice in individual work with the people we support. 19.To undertake and supervise research activities. 20.To contribute to service/organisation wide initiatives and evaluation. Information technology: 21.To use information technology systems to facilitate communication with multiple key people. 22.To conduct data entry and analysis using Excel. 23.To use Word for the recording of all information related to assessment and intervention, including clinical case notes and report writing. 24.To use Powerpoint for the development and delivery of training activities. General: 25.To maintain professional registration with the appropriate governing body, if appropriate. To be noted: This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the grade of the job, in discussion with the manager. This job description will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing service requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder. The post holder is expected to comply with all relevant Hesley Group policies, procedures and guidelines, including those relating to Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and Confidentiality of Information. Health & Safety In carrying out the tasks in this job description you have a duty (under Health & Safety legislation) to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and that of others. This implies taking positive steps to understand the hazards in the workplace, to evaluate and take action to reduce the risks. It is expected that you comply with safety rules and procedures and to ensure that nothing you do, or fail to do, puts yourself or others at risk. Contribution of this role The way in which this role is carried out will have a direct and highly significant effect on the quality of the service and Hesley Group as a whole, and bear directly on how well-equipped staff feel to carry out the jobs they are employed to do. You will, therefore, be making a very important contribution to other employees, to matters affecting people who use our services and their experience of school, and to the reputation and achievements of the service and Hesley Group as a whole. This organisation is committed to the protection and safeguarding of children and adults at risk, and promoting their welfare. Hesley Group, therefore, expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Job description Job responsibilities Job Title: Positive Behaviour Support Clinical Specialist Service: Central Services Responsible to: Consultant Clinical Psychologist / Applied Psychology Lead Brief description of core values: As a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Clinical Specialist you will take a compassionate approach to working with people, committed to understanding peoples needs and using evidence-based practice to help people to flourish. Brief description of key responsibilities: Working within the PBS framework, you will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to understand peoples needs holistically. You may work in a range of settings which include residential, educational and vocational. You will work alongside colleagues to ensure that services have the knowledge and skills to deliver high quality support environments. Working together with the people we support, their support staff, families and other key people you will help people to identify and achieve their goals. You will work autonomously to carry out specialist and complex assessment and intervention, coaching and motivating others to bring about meaningful change. As a PBS Clinical Specialist you will have the opportunity to support with service/organisation wide PBS initiatives and will supervise the work of others implementing interventions. Key Result areas: Clinical 1. To conduct descriptive functional behavioural assessment and communicate this to others in an accessible format. 2. To develop and implement multi-component holistic behavioural interventions. 3. To communicate effectively with other professionals in the multi-disciplinary team and attend multi-disciplinary meetings and reviews. 4. To chair meetings with multiple key people. 5. To produce professional reports. 6. To be involved, as appropriate, in pre-admission assessments and transition planning. 7. To provide specialist advice, direct coaching and consultation to support staff, families and professionals. 8. To manage highly complex information and sensitive situations related to behaviours of concern. 9. To communicate information to others in a skilled and sensitive manner. 10.To monitor progress through the use of data collection, at an individual, service and organisational level. Training and supervision: 11.To take part in regular professional supervision and appraisal. 12.To maintain an active engagement with current developments in the field of Positive Behaviour Support. 13.To maintain an active engagement with current relevant legislation, guidance and initiatives in relation to people with intellectual disabilities, those who are autistic and people who may at times present with behaviours of concern. 14.To maintain an active engagement with knowledge of restrictive practice reduction. 15.To continue to develop skills and knowledge through further training. 16.To provide clinical and line management supervision for staff implementing PBS interventions or completing PBS training. 17.To share practice through relevant forums and conferences, locally and nationally. Research and service evaluation: 18.To implement evidence-based practice in individual work with the people we support. 19.To undertake and supervise research activities. 20.To contribute to service/organisation wide initiatives and evaluation. Information technology: 21.To use information technology systems to facilitate communication with multiple key people. 22.To conduct data entry and analysis using Excel. 23.To use Word for the recording of all information related to assessment and intervention, including clinical case notes and report writing. 24.To use Powerpoint for the development and delivery of training activities. General: 25.To maintain professional registration with the appropriate governing body, if appropriate. To be noted: This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the grade of the job, in discussion with the manager. This job description will be reviewed regularly in the light of changing service requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder. The post holder is expected to comply with all relevant Hesley Group policies, procedures and guidelines, including those relating to Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety and Confidentiality of Information. Health & Safety In carrying out the tasks in this job description you have a duty (under Health & Safety legislation) to take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and that of others. This implies taking positive steps to understand the hazards in the workplace, to evaluate and take action to reduce the risks. It is expected that you comply with safety rules and procedures and to ensure that nothing you do, or fail to do, puts yourself or others at risk. Contribution of this role The way in which this role is carried out will have a direct and highly significant effect on the quality of the service and Hesley Group as a whole, and bear directly on how well-equipped staff feel to carry out the jobs they are employed to do. You will, therefore, be making a very important contribution to other employees, to matters affecting people who use our services and their experience of school, and to the reputation and achievements of the service and Hesley Group as a whole. This organisation is committed to the protection and safeguarding of children and adults at risk, and promoting their welfare. Hesley Group, therefore, expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Person Specification Qualifications Essential 1. Masters level qualification in ABA /PBS or equivalent. 2. Registered as a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) or UK Behaviour Analyst, UKBA (cert). 3. Registered member with the UK Society of Behaviour Analysis (UK-SBA), 4. Evidence of continuous professional development. 5. Training in clinical supervision 6. Training in management or leadership. Experience Essential 1. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively with key people. 2. Advanced skills in collecting and analysing complex data and communicating this effectively to others. 3. Advanced skill in carrying out functional behavioural assessment. 4. Advanced skills in designing and implementing holistic multi-component behavioural interventions. 5. Skilled in communicating information to a broad range of people in a sensitive, appropriate manner. 6. Advanced skills in leading by example, able to coach and motivate others to implement interventions. 7. Ability to identify and contribute to improvements in the quality of the service delivered. 8. Skilled in leading service and/or organisation-wide PBS initiatives. 9. Ability to develop lead specialism in area of interest. 10.Research and/or clinical audit skills. 11.Ability to self-evaluate and reflect in and on practice 12.Ability to disseminate practice via professional conferences and/or forums. 1. Extensive experience of working within a PBS informed service 2. Extensive experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 3. Extensive experience of developing and delivering PBS training to groups, including introduction and intermediate level training. 4. Extensive experience of coaching and mentoring key people, including support staff and service managers. 5. Experience of supervising others. 6. Experience of identifying and contribute to improvements in the quality of the service delivered. 7. Experience of leading or supporting service-wide initiatives. 8. Leadership and management experience. 9. A member of relevant specialist interest groups. Person Specification Qualifications Essential 1. Masters level qualification in ABA /PBS or equivalent. 2. Registered as a Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) or UK Behaviour Analyst, UKBA (cert). 3. Registered member with the UK Society of Behaviour Analysis (UK-SBA), 4. Evidence of continuous professional development. 5. Training in clinical supervision 6. Training in management or leadership. Experience Essential 1. Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work collaboratively with key people. 2. Advanced skills in collecting and analysing complex data and communicating this effectively to others. 3. Advanced skill in carrying out functional behavioural assessment. 4. Advanced skills in designing and implementing holistic multi-component behavioural interventions. 5. Skilled in communicating information to a broad range of people in a sensitive, appropriate manner. 6. Advanced skills in leading by example, able to coach and motivate others to implement interventions. 7. Ability to identify and contribute to improvements in the quality of the service delivered. 8. Skilled in leading service and/or organisation-wide PBS initiatives. 9. Ability to develop lead specialism in area of interest. 10.Research and/or clinical audit skills. 11.Ability to self-evaluate and reflect in and on practice 12.Ability to disseminate practice via professional conferences and/or forums. 1. Extensive experience of working within a PBS informed service 2. Extensive experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team. 3. Extensive experience of developing and delivering PBS training to groups, including introduction and intermediate level training. 4. Extensive experience of coaching and mentoring key people, including support staff and service managers. 5. Experience of supervising others. 6. Experience of identifying and contribute to improvements in the quality of the service delivered. 7. Experience of leading or supporting service-wide initiatives. 8. Leadership and management experience. 9. A member of relevant specialist interest groups. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Hesley Group Address Hesley Group Ltd 27 Dragonby Road Thorne Scunthorpe South Yorkshire DN17 2LD Employer's website https://www.hesleygroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)