Trauma Informed Behaviour Therapist
Ashdale Care has been providing Residential Care and supports for children and young people across the North-East of the country for over 20 years. We support children and young people who are unable to live at home and who present with a range of behavioural, emotional and psychological difficulties. Most of our young people have experienced significant developmental trauma in their lives. Our service is child-centred and uses a comprehensive, evidence-based, programmatic approach (CARE/TCI), with additional support provided by our in-house Therapeutic Support Team, which consists of Behaviour Therapists, Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Art Therapists and Teachers.
Role is Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm, Monaghan/Cavan.
About the role
The Trauma Informed Behaviour Therapist will work as an integral part of the Multidisciplinary Therapeutic Support Team, supporting our children and young people to achieve their potential in all areas of their lives. Working within a Model of Therapeutic Support that is informed by Developmental Trauma / Neurosequential Model / Trauma Informed-Positive Behaviour Support, the role of the Trauma Informed Behaviour Therapist will include: participating in the completion and development of comprehensive attachment-oriented and trauma-informed functional behavioural assessments and trauma informed behaviour support plans for children and young people; contributing to the development of holistic, clinical formulations to facilitate the provision of effective support; consulting and collaborating with social care teams in our homes to provide on-site support, assessment, training and advice to colleagues; measuring and monitoring outcomes using data to support and inform care planning.
Requirements:
A recognised qualification in Behavioural Therapy (e.g. Masters in ABA) with a minimum of 2 years’ experience either acquired as part of qualification or post-qualification.
At least 2 years relevant experience in a behaviour support role, working with children and young people who present with a wide range of complex clinical difficulties. Experience conducting functional behavioural assessments and developing behaviour support plans for children and young people.
Experience working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team-based environment.
Highly motivated with excellent planning, organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (TUSLA)
Excellent IT skills
Ability to work independently and manage busy caseloads.
Applicant must have a full, clean divers license and access to personal transport
Individual and/or Group Supervision is provided in-house and will meet the requirements for those pursuing either BCBA/Chartered Behavioural Psychologist Status.
What you will need
Required criteria
- • A recognised qualification in Behavioural Therapy (e.g. Masters in ABA) with a minimum of 2 years’ experience either acquired as part of qualification or post-qualification.
- • At least 2 years relevant experience in a behaviour support role, working with children and young people who present with a wide range of complex clinical difficulties. Experience conducting functional behavioural assessments and developing behaviour support plans for children and young people.
- • Experience working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team-based environment.
- • Highly motivated with excellent planning, organisational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Ashdale Care Ireland
We hold a heartfelt mission to care for, protect, support, empower, inspire, and enthuse both young people and colleagues.
Ashdale Care is committed to positively transforming lives.
Ashdale Care is the leading provider of enhanced and specialised therapeutic residential care for children and young people in Ireland. We care for young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs who cannot be adequately cared for in a mainstream setting. For over 20 years our focus has always been ‘putting the child first’. Our child-centric ethos consists of compassionate and industry-leading therapeutic care. Our service is child-centered and uses a comprehensive, evidence-based, programmatic approach (CARE) in the homes, with additional support provided by our in-house Therapeutic Support Team, which consists of Psychologists, Occupational Therapists, Art Therapists, Teachers, and Behaviour Therapists.
Our core goal is to allow children to create relationships, develop life skills and give them a safe place to grow. We define ourselves by the care we give to everybody at Ashdale Care. We provide an abundance of training opportunities to all those on the Ashdale Care team. You will have every opportunity to grow in your role, and we reward and recognise hard work and dedication through career progression. Our commitment to transforming lives is a mission that our team members contribute to daily and a role they are fully supported in.
Our benefits
Join Our Community As a new team member, you'll be part of an organisation that values your growth and well-being. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment, exceptional training opportunities, progressive career pathways and a host of attractive salary packages.
Vacation, Paid time off
Paid sick days
Retirement plan and/or pension
Flexible schedule
Employee development programs
Free parking
Cycle to work
Referral bonus
Open office
Competitive salary
Employee Assistance Scheme
Wellbeing Scheme
Work With Charities
Social Opportunities
Employee of the Month
Employee Recognition Scheme
Annual performance review
Service recognition increases to annual leave
Company employee App
Trauma Informed Behaviour Therapist
We hold a heartfelt mission to care for, protect, support, empower, inspire, and enthuse both young people and colleagues.
Ashdale Care is committed to positively transforming lives.