Behaviour Support Therapist - London

Are you passionate about supporting young adults with autism and learning disabilities? Do you want to work in an organisation rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC?

We are currently recruiting for full time staff to work on established home and community-based programmes across London, primarily in Haringey, with potential opportunities in Kingston depending on individual suitability, skills and experience.. You will work as part of a team supporting service users with primary diagnoses of autism and learning disabilities across North London with a focus on life skills and community participation. We accept experienced graduates, professionals from other disciplines interested in supporting teenagers and young adults in their home and local community, and candidates who have previously worked in ABA or PBS settings. Beam ABA Services adopts a "positive risk taking" approach in ensuring the young people we support are provided with opportunities that increase their independence and improve their quality of life.

Successful candidates should be available to work Monday-Friday if seeking a full-time position. Applicants interested in part-time roles must be available to work at least 3 days per week, Monday to Thursday.

A clean, valid driving licence is essential, and candidates must be willing and able to drive an automatic car.

• 2 years of applied experience working with individuals with a diagnosis of learning disability and/or autism
• Experience of supporting individuals who are non-verbal, with experience of promoting alternative modes of communication.
• Experience of supporting individuals through periods of dysregulation, including episodes of behaviours of concern.
• Clean drivers' licence and willing to drive an automatic car.

• Undergraduate Degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, or related field

• 3 years of applied experience working with individuals with a diagnosis of learning disability and/or autism
• Registered Behaviour Technician - or working towards
• Experience utilising ABA methodology

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• To assist in the implementation of person centred programmes utilising Applied Behaviour Analysis and Positive Behaviour Support best practice
• To support service users by teaching functional skills, developing communication systems, enhancing social skills under a framework that provides choice and promotes empowerment.
• To monitor and take accurate data daily as per service users' targets
• To support individuals during times of crisis - e.g., behaviours of concern, providing support as per prescribed Behaviour Support Plan strategies and protocols.
• To ensure all programme materials are organised and accessible
• To assist service user with self-help skills including personal care and hygiene needs (e.g., toileting, nappy changing, feeding, bathing, nail cutting, and medication)
• To model best practice and professionalism at all times
• To attend mandatory trainings, team meetings and self-directed e-learning modules
• To promote safeguarding and wellbeing for service user to the highest standard
• To implement restrictive techniques per service users positive handling plan as required
• Flexibility to support service user during evenings and weekends
• Other duties as required by your manager