Specialist Senior Support Worker; Waking Nights - Male

Position: Specialist Senior Support Worker (Waking Nights - Male Only)
Growth at Ormiston in Belfast means strengthening how the service runs overnight ?? Were appointing Specialist Senior Support Workers to lead the service during waking nights. Youll oversee safety, respond to emerging needs, maintain clear records, and ensure the environment is well managed for the day team arriving in the morning. This role suits someone confident making decisions independently and experienced in Positive Behaviour Support.

Purpose of Role To provide high quality support to people and to mentor, coach, and act as a strong role model for other staff in order to deliver our Mission. This role includes participation in an on-call rotation outside of regular working hours. This post has a Genuine Occupational Requirement (GOR) and is open to male applicants only. 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 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 mobility cars Desired Criteria At least 1 years 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…