Positive Behaviour Care Assistant
Positive Behaviour Care Assistant
Exciting Career Opportunities at Holmes Court
Holmes Court is a newly built residential home in Ballymena, providing specialist care for adults aged 18 and over with complex needs, including Autism, Learning Disabilities, and Challenging Behaviours. Conveniently located within walking distance of local shops and parks, and easily accessible by bus and train, Holmes Court is next door to Slemish Nursing Home.
With a brand-new team recently recruited, Holmes Court offers exciting opportunities for passionate and dedicated individuals to join us from the ground up and make a real difference.
If you’re eager to be part of a fresh, dynamic team delivering person-centred care in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
The Role
The role of the Positive Behaviour Care Assistant is essential in our mission to provide excellent care. Positive Behaviour Care Assistants work closely with the senior team to meet the daily needs of residents using a positive behaviour, person centred approach., helping our residents fulfil their potential.
At Healthcare Ireland we provide a comfortable environment for each resident with the highest quality of care. We are proud to be able to offer a place for those with complex behavioural needs, and our team of Positive Behaviour Care Assistants are key to that. Positive Behaviour Care Assistants enable residents to have opportunities for life enrichment using an approach tailored to meet each resident’s needs and preferences in addition to promoting the highest possible quality of life.
About this role
Main Responsibilities
Provide direct care and support to residents with complex behavioural needs, including assisting with activities of daily living, behaviour management and emotional support.
Establish rapport and build trusting relationships with residents, demonstrating empathy, patience and understanding in all interactions.
Assist senior and nursing team members with care plans, tasks, and activities to support the resident’s wellbeing.
Provide care in a safe environment through participation in learning and development programmes.
Participate in activities, motivating and supporting residents to get involved, promoting mental stimulation, socialisation and emotional wellbeing.
Assist with crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques as needed, following established processes and ensuring resident safety and wellbeing.
Undertake any other duties that may be reasonably required as designated by the Home Manager
The Benefits
Paid annual leave
The chance to be part of a growing Healthcare company
4-weekly pay
Continuous professional development and training
Values-led culture
Overtime available at an enhanced rate
Opportunities for progression
Pension plan (if applicable)
Attractive hourly rate
Access NI fee paid for
NISCC fee reimbursed after qualifying period
Uniforms and PPE provided
Monthly incentives and recognition awards
Free parking
Healthcare Ireland are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.
What you will need
Required criteria
- To be a good listener, showing patience, compassion, empathy and understanding
- A good standard of written and oral English
- The Right to Work in the UK
Desired criteria
- Previous experience within a care setting
- At least 6 months experience working in a regulated care or support environment for people with learning disability or complex needs
- Educated to QCF level 3 or equivalent in Health and Social care
