This role is Belfast based and is only open to male candidates due to a GOR - Genuine Occupational Requirement.
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Being a Specialist Senior Support Worker is about using your skills to make a real and lasting difference in someone’s life. You’ll support a person in their own home to build independence, develop communication, and shape a life that reflects their choices and goals. 🎯
This role involves getting to know each person in depth, how they communicate, what matters to them, and what can make day-to-day life easier or more difficult. You’ll use Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) in a practical way, adjusting your approach based on what you learn and what the situation calls for.
You won't do this alone, at Positive Futures, our dedicated PBS Team work alongside all of our services, offering hands-on coaching, training and guidance, to support you in delivering high-quality, person-centred support. This includes support with PBS planning, reflective practice, and on-the-floor coaching, helping you and your team continuously develop and strengthen practice 🚀
You’ll be supported by a dedicated specialist leadership team, including;
* Specialist Deputy Managers
* Specialist Service Manager
The Ormiston team is already so proud of the progress achieved so far, alongside the person we support, who continues to build confidence, independence and a life shaped by their own choices.
We are now recruiting to expand this unique service further, creating additional capacity to support more people in the same way. This is an opportunity to join a service at a unique time, where strong foundations are already in place, and where your contribution will directly support continued growth, achievement and quality of life for the people we support. 🌱
About The Role
* Have Co-ordinator (Keyworker) responsibility for people who are supported by the service. This includes involvement in the development, implementation and evaluation of Person-Centred Portfolios (PCPs).
* Have lead responsibility for co-ordinating reviews with the person, their families / carers and any other significant people.
* Ensure any risks that are identified during support of a person are responded to promptly and escalated in line with Positive Futures’ Risk Management Policy.
* Ensure all PBS recommendations are implemented and liaise with the PBS Team to promote and support safe and effective Positive Behaviour Support strategies which, where appropriate, are “trauma informed”, and outline all aspects of support required to enable people to live their best life possible.
* On call responsibilities are part of this role.
* Accurately and effectively complete audits, ensure that documents and records are maintained and up to date.
* Write short reports and ensure incidents and events are documented.
* Lead handovers and ensure effective communication. -----------------------------------
Access NI:
An Enhanced Access NI Disclosure Check will be required for this position. A criminal record will not necessarily prevent you from obtaining the position.
Positive Futures adheres to the Access NI Code of Practice, a copy of which can be made available upon request. Positive Futures also have a Policy and procedure on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders and Storage & Handling copies of which can be made available upon request
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We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of religious belief; political opinion; sex; sexual orientation; marital or civil partnership status; racial group; age; disability
Required Criteria
* QCF Level 3, Psychology Degree, Psychology Masters Degree, Professional Social Work Qualification, First Level Registered Nurse, Allied Health Professional OR 4 Years Experience in a Health and Social Care Setting - AND
* 2-3 Year Experiences in a Health and Social Care Setting in addition to Qualification above
* At least 2 years’ experience of working with people with a learning disability OR autism.
* At least 2 years’ experience in managing behaviours of concern through the implementation of Positive Behaviour Support.
* Previous experience providing input to developing and implementing person centred support plans (Care Plans).
* Be registered, or be eligible for registration on appointment, on the appropriate part of the Northern Ireland Social Care Council (NISCC) or other relevant professional body.
* Full valid UK driving license in order to meet the requirements to drive service or motability cars
Desired Criteria
* At least 1 year’s relevant supervisory experience.
* Knowledge of alternative communication systems (Visuals, PECS, AAC)
Skills Needed
About The Company
Founded in 1995 (initially under the name United Response NI), we now operate across Northern Ireland offering a wide range of services tailored to individuals with learning disabilities, acquired brain injury or autism and the families who support them. Our services include supported living, peripatetic housing support, shared-lives schemes, residential short breaks and family support. We focus on enabling people to live as equal citizens, develop independence and realise their hopes and dreams. With offices and services located in Bangor, Belfast, Enniskillen, Lisburn, Omagh and beyond, we’re committed to making a meaningful difference in local communities.
Company Culture
At Positive Futures, we foster a culture of respect, innovation and empowerment. We believe in putting people first—both those we support and our staff. We create environments where colleagues feel valued, where ideas for improvement are welcomed, and where continuous learning is encouraged. We support staff to grow professionally and personally, and we emphasise collaboration, listening and trust. Working with us means being part of a team that genuinely cares, is proactive in shaping futures and embraces the possibility in every situation.
Company Benefits
Our Staff and people we support are our strength and our people are at the heart of everything we do, those are not just our values it's who we are.
Working at Positive Futures means doing work that matters - and being supported by people who genuinely care about your growth and wellbeing. We want you to feel valued, encouraged and set up to thrive, both in and outside of your role. That’s why our benefits are built around one simple idea: when you’re supported, you can make an even bigger difference to the people we support.
Vacation, Paid time off, Paid sick days, Retirement plan and/or pension, Employee development programs, Sabbatical leave, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Employee Assistance Scheme, Wellbeing Scheme, Blue Light Card, Social Opportunities, Annual performance review, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Access to Health & Wellbeing app, Bereavement leave
Salary
£29,500.00 - £35,500.00 per year