Behaviour Support Facilitator

2 weeks ago

Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Permanent

position 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

  • Minimum
of a Bachelor Degree with Psychology major & experience in the field of
intellectual disability

  • Ability
to work autonomously & communicate effectively

  • Primarily
based in Whaikaha, Medium Secure ID Unit, however there will be
opportunities to work across Intellectually Disabled Persons Health (IDPH)
and Forensic Mental Health Services.
Mō te tūnga - About the Role
Thank you
for your interest in joining our amazing team of nurses and allied health
professionals working in our Forensic Intellectual Disability Inpatient Service
located in Christchurch, New Zealand. With an array of mountains, lakes,
beaches and wilderness nearby, Christchurch is a great base for exploring the
outdoors as well as offering some great choices when it comes to restaurants
and shopping in the city.
Our
service enables our staff to make a real difference in the lives of people
across the South Island. The work is fast paced, varied and valued - a
combination that is sure to guarantee job satisfaction.
The
Whaikaha Unit is a 4-bed in-patient clinical unit within Te Whatu Ora that is
part of Specialist Mental Health Services at Hillmorton Hospital. It provides
specific clinical assessment and treatment for our consumers. Our service
provides specialised regional services for consumers with an intellectual
Intellectual Disability Compulsory Care and Rehabilitation Act (IDCC& R Act
2003) will have forensic considerations in their support plans. The aim is
for the staff team to be trained, skilled and knowledgeable in working in a
Positive Behaviour Support framework. This is an evidence-based
framework giving patients the best chance at a good quality of life. This
emphasis promotes holistic working and for the team this can mean a varied and
rewarding role.
Your days

will be filled with:

  • Undertaking behavioural assessments utilising
interview, observation and standardised recording strategies to collect a
comprehensive range of data to implement short term targets and long range
goals.

  • Development of individually tailored intervention plans
that are collaboratively devised by the nursing staffKo wai koe | About You
We aim to be a leader in New Zealand for the delivery of intellectual disability inpatient services. We have career opportunities for applicants keen to work in an innovative and best practice environment.
In our service, you will play a number of important functions.

As a psychologist, your professional expertise will be put to use to guide thorough risk assessments, diagnoses, and critically deliver individual and group therapy to an intricate but fascinating group of adult patients.

Your professionalism and dedication to providing high-quality patient care will ensure your success in this role, and your communication and time management skills will enable you to function well as a member of the larger multidisciplinary team.

You must be a clinical psychologist who is licensed in New Zealand.

For positions in either field, recent relevant experience in a mental health context is crucial, and expertise in intellectual disability is essential for positions in that field.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako - Skills and Experience

  • You will have a high level of initiative and motivation
and demonstrable problem solving, negotiation and advocacy skills

  • There may be a requirement to work outside of usual
working hours for particular observations, but this will be discussed with

  • An undergraduate degree in Psychology and/or ABA
Mō mātou

  • About Us
  • Ko ngā
tāngata, te mātua mahi - Putting people at the heart
of all we do

  • Te Whatu
Ora, Health New Zealand, leads the day-to-day running of our health system
across New Zealand, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and
national levels. It weaves the functions of the 20 former District Health
Boards into its regional divisions and district offices, ensuring continuity of
services in the health system.
Here in
Waitaha, Canterbury we deliver health services to the almost 600,000 people
that live in the Canterbury region. We are committed to Te Tiriti o
Waitangi and its principles by ensuring our partnership with Māori are at the
forefront of all our conversations.
Ngā hua |
Benefits of working at Te Whatu Ora [Health New Zealand]
When you
work at the Te Whatu Ora, you are part of a wider whānau that will support you
along your journey. We offer great coaching, mentoring and learning outcomes
for all staff. We are always improving our facilities across all campuses and
have amazing discounts from select retailers, restaurants and business.
Tono
We have a range of clinical andnon-clinical roles at Health New Zealand, there could be a place for you
Please visit our careers websitefor other roles and find your ideal fit within Health New Zealand.
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