Positive Behaviour Practitioner (Full-Time)

Overview

In this role you apply psychology expertise to support vulnerable adults transitioning from long-term hospital care to independence. You will evaluate behaviours, design and implement PBS plans, and train staff in behavioural strategies. Working with multidisciplinary teams, you promote trauma-informed, least-restrictive care and contribute to risk management and funding justifications. This is an opportunity to shape personalised, evidence-based care across multiple sites and drive meaningful improvements in quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Complete functional behavioural assessments for individuals with behaviours that challenge
• Develop and implement Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) plans
• Train and support staff in understanding and applying behavioural strategies
• Work alongside multidisciplinary teams to promote trauma-informed, least-restrictive practice
• Provide clinical input to risk assessments, care plans, and crisis prevention strategies
• Monitor and evaluate progress, adapting interventions where necessary
• Support referral assessments and contribute to funding/clinical justifications

Key requirements

• Working towards or holding a PBS qualification
• Experience in forensic settings or community mental health
• A recognised degree in Psychology (minimum 2:1)
• Experience working with individuals with autism, mental health needs, or learning disabilities
• A strong understanding of PBS and person-centred planning
• Excellent report writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and across multiple sites
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle (required)
• Current UK professional registration
• DBS/Disclosure checks as part of safeguarding requirements

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Cross-site collaboration
• Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
• Functional behavioural assessments
• Trauma-informed practice

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