Behaviour Support Specialist

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Dublin, Dublin City, Ireland St Michael'S House Full time

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St Michaels House
Behaviour Support Specialist
Adult ASD Services (Abhainn)
37 hours Per week
JOB PURPOSE
To support Social Care staff, families and Clinicians in developing effective interventions to address the needs of people who present with behaviours of concern in St Michaels House services for autistic adults.
MINIUM QUALIFICIATIONS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/KNOWLEDGE
Formal Education/Training
Masters Degree in Applied Behaviour Analysis
Board Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) certification or working towards BCBA certification is desirable
We also welcome applications from Behavioural Psychologists who are chartered by PSI
Undergraduate degree in Psychology, Social Care, Nursing or relevant discipline
Work Experience
Minimum of four years supervised experience working in behaviour support roles: carrying out functional assessments; developing Positive Behaviour Support plans; supporting and coaching social care staff teams to implement interventions for people with intellectual disabilities and/or Autism.
Experience developing adaptive/functional skills training programmes for people with intellectual disabilities and/or Autism.
Experience working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary clinical team
Skills And Knowledge
Excellent interpersonal, communication and team-work skills.
Ability to facilitate change within staff teams and coordinate decision making across multiple stakeholders.
Excellent written communication and report writing skills.
Knowledge of current best practice in the areas of Positive Behaviour Support and evidence-based practice for people with Intellectual Disabilities and Autism
Skills in instructional design, training development and delivery are highly desirable.
Skills in the implementation of active support within social care services are desirable.
Knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks, legislation and policies within adult social care e.g., HIQA, New Directions, ADM Act.
Skills in the design of person-centred services for adults with Intellectual Disabilities and ASD who present with behaviours of concern.
Benefits Of Working In St Michael's House
HSE Pay Scale (incremental*)
Premium Payments (Frontline staff)
Sick Pay Scheme
Paid Maternity Leave
Pension
Cycle to Work Scheme
Generous Annual Leave
Employee Assistance Programme
Training / CPD
Career Progression
Please add the below pointer in To Apply section
A Comprehensive CV, Detailing Education, Skills, Career History, Experience.
A short cover letter/personal statement (i.e., no more than 2 pages) outlining why you wish to be considered for the post and where you believe your skills, experience and values meet the requirements of the position Behaviour Support Specialist with St. Michaels House.
Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
Informal enquiries are welcomed by:
Dr Sen Carey, Principal Psychologist- Adult Services, .
Closing Date: 08th of August 2025 at 5:00 pm
Candidates should note that canvassing will disqualify them.
St. Michaels House is an equal opportunities employer.
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