Who are we| Ko wai matou HealthCare New Zealand is one of Aotearoa's largest health sector employers. We support and empower people in need to live independently, safely and well in their community. Our commitment is to provide a way of working with those we support, stakeholders, business partners and staff based on our values - respect, support and excellence.
As part of Mental Health and Wellbeing, Explore Specialist Services is the national provider for behaviour support in New Zealand and part of HealthCare New Zealand. We provide specialist behaviour support services to people with disabilities of all ages by working with their families/whanau and support networks. Explore works with a culturally diverse population and is committed to supporting clients in a culturally responsive manner.
The key purpose of the Behaviour Support Specialist role is to deliver quality services based on a positive behaviour support framework which is consistent with our contract obligations with the Ministry of Health and other providers as required. You can be based in Christchurch, Timaru or Oamaru.
An exciting opportunity open to: People with a tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline or at least 3 years relevant experience in the disability fieldOccupational TherapistsSpeech and Language TherapistsSocial WorkersBehaviour Therapists/Specialists (BCBA's)TeachersExperience in the field of disability and/or behaviour supportA current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) where this is requiredAn understanding of and commitment to: The Code of Health and Disabilities Services Consumer Rights, The Treaty of Waitangi and bi-cultural practiceGood interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport; proactive and responsive to client needs and colleagues/team needsExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including competence in professional report writingA current full New Zealand driver's licenceProven ability to work in teams and in a 'transdisciplinary' mannerKnowledge and understanding of the principles of evidence-based behavioural approachesAn understanding of Positive Behaviour SupportAn understanding of communication and the relationship with behaviourExperience of functional assessment and implementation of a behaviour planExperience with Microsoft Office Suite and client management systemsWe will support you to learn the role. We recognise the importance of work/life balance and we provide a workplace with flexibility. We promote a safe and supportive environment where colleagues can share and learn from one another. We pride ourselves on providing competitive salaries, supervision and professional development and progression to ensure you can deliver the best support for our clients and achieve successful outcomes.
Please apply including a CV and covering letter. Only suitable candidates will be contacted for interview and applications will be reviewed as they are received, therefore resulting in the role closing early if the right applicant is found.
Applicants for this position must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit. Reference # 30163
Posted on 07 Nov 2024
Closes on 29 Nov 2024 17:00
Location(s) Christchurch branch area, Oamaru branch area, Timaru branch area
Expertise Specialist Behaviour Support, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy, Social Work
Job level(s) 0 - 1 year of experience, 1 - 3 years of experience, 3 - 5 years of experience, 5 - 7 years of experience, 7 + years of experience
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