Behaviour Specialist- Midlands

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Healthcare of New Zealand Full time
Do you have a desire to use your Behaviour Specialist skills to make a difference?

  • Fancy working within a passionate and high performing team?
  • Do you thrive on working in the community with a wide variety of people?
  • Roles based in Hamilton, Waikato

Who are we| Ko wai mātou


Explore Specialist Services is a highly reputable service operating across New Zealand with a mission to empower people from a strengths-based behaviour support approach.

We do this by utilising evidence-based programmes and working in collaboration with Oranga Tamariki, ACC, The British Institute of Learning and Disability (BILD) and Triple P.


Our delivery of Positive Behaviour Support aims to improved peoples' quality of life and the quality of life of those around them.

You can find more about this framework here;


We are the national provider of choice for Behaviour Support and Autism across New Zealand for the Ministry of Health and are part of HealthCare New Zealand - one of Aotearoa's largest health sector employers, with locations throughout New Zealand.


About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga
As a Behaviour Support Specialist within this growing and talented team, your focus will include:

Case Management:

You will support a dedicated and varied caseload and will develop a plan to deliver Positive Behaviour Support interventions that can be used in the person's home environment.


Problem-Solving Skills:
You will be planning, managing and successfully implementing a wide range of solutions for a variety of behavioural needs

Collaboration with a capital "C":
No one can do this role alone and so your ability to work closely with families and your peers to champion and enable success is key

Empowerment:

Within the role you will be committed to supporting and empowering people who experience disability or autism to live independently, safely and to contribute meaningfully within their communities.


Cultural Awareness:

You will recognise the importance of Te Ao Maori and the strength of working collaboratively with whanau within a culturally competent framework.


What you will bring | Ngā tohungatanga mō tēnei tūranga

  • A proven track record of working in the field of disability and/or working with children or adults on the Autism Spectrum. An affinity for working with adults is a plus
  • A current New Zealand Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) where this is required, or evidence of the ability to be registered with a professional body
  • Strong communication skills that builds trust, motivates and inspires meaningful relationships.
  • A keen understanding and commitment to: The Code of Health and Disabilities Services Consumer Rights, The Treaty of Waitangi and bicultural practice
  • A solutionfocussed and proactive approach. You will use your initiative and problemsolving skills to overcome barriers and make a positive impact on the lives of the people we work with
  • Proven experience supporting a diverse range of people and a strong ability to build rapport; you are responsive to client needs and are a keen team player
  • Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite and Client Management Systems
  • A full, clean drivers licence

Why Us | He aha ai mātou?

  • You'll be provided with a work phone and laptop, with access to a pool vehicle
  • Flexible working options available once trained
  • Opportunity to work in a knowledgeable and highly supportive team
  • You will be working in a role where you can really make a positive difference in people's lives
  • We offer high quality professional development programmes, cultural development and ongoing training
  • Opportunities to extend your practice across a range of different workstreams

Keen to apply?


If you feel that our values align with yours and you are interested in joining our team, send us your cover letter and CV outlining your skills and experiences as they pertain to the requirements listed above.


_ Applicants for this position __must be a NZ Resident/Citizen _**_or have a valid NZ work visa._

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