About this role
Job summary
We are looking for a PBS Practitioner to lead the implementation and delivery of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) across the service. You will work closely with individuals, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams to promote positive, proactive approaches that enhance wellbeing and quality of life while reducing restrictive practices.
Main duties of the job
The role involves conducting behavioural assessments, developing and reviewing PBS interventions, providing specialist guidance and training, and supporting teams to deliver person-centred care. You will be supported and managed by the Head of Psychology.
About us
Priory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.
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All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
Job description Job responsibilities
Llanarth Court is looking to recruit a PBS Practitioner to join the team. We are a secure 95 bedded forensic service for male and females, 18+. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours.
We also have an additional facility within the grounds of the hospital, offering opportunities for individuals who require bespoke packages of care, as part of our bespoke therapeutic placement (BTP) offering. We are a sector-leading example of how providing a wide variety of care settings and a clear care pathway in the direction of recovery, can benefit all individuals.
Person Specification
Requirements Essential
Formal qualification in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or a related field, such as Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Applied Behaviour Analysis, or Autism Studies. Experience conducting behavioural assessments and developing, implementing, and reviewing PBS interventions. Experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism. Knowledge of the Mental Health Act (1983), safeguarding, and risk management. Experience delivering PBS training and promoting the reduction of restrictive practices. Strong communication, leadership, report-writing, and record-keeping skills. Ability to work effectively in physically and emotionally demanding environments. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.
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 Priory Healthcare
Address Llanarth
Abergavenny
Monmouthshire
NP15 2YD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)