PBS Practitioner
Mildmay Oaks is looking to recruit a PBS Practitioner to join the team. We have a Rehabilitation and recovery (R&R) 26 beds, male and female, 18+, Secure 14 beds, male, 18+ and a BTPs Adults and/or young people across our hospital. This is a full-time role of 37.5 hours.
Set in a semi-rural location in Hook, Hampshire, Priory Hospital Mildmay Oaks supports the NHS by providing low secure services and level 2 rehabilitation services for both male and female patients. This includes a specialist learning disability and autism spectrum support. We also offer adult and child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS), and single-person, bespoke therapeutic placements (BTPs) across our hospital.
What you'll be doing
You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. As a PBS Practitioner, you will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients
- Offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient specialist mental health services for adults.
- Provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for care and recovery.
- Committed to delivering high-quality care, inspiring innovation, and ensuring value.
- Takes an integrated and holistic approach to treatment, regardless of complexity or severity.
- Supported by knowledgeable and dedicated multidisciplinary clinical teams.
What you'll bring to the role
Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.
The ideal candidate will hold a formal qualification in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or a related field (e.g., BSc in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis, or Autism Studies) with experience conducting behavioural assessments and developing, implementing, and evaluating interventions for individuals with challenging behaviour. They will have direct support experience with people with learning disabilities and/or Autism, a strong understanding of legal frameworks such as the Mental Health Act (1983), safeguarding, and risk management, and the ability to work in physically and emotionally demanding situations. Strong leadership, excellent written and record-keeping skills, experience delivering PBS training, and a history of reducing restrictive practices are essential. A full driver’s license and access to a vehicle for business use are also required.
For more information about the role, you can email ChloeHanson@priorygroup.com
The ideal candidate will hold a formal qualification in Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or a related field (e.g., BSc in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis, or Autism Studies) with experience conducting behavioural assessments and developing, implementing, and evaluating interventions for individuals with challenging behaviour. They will have direct support experience with people with learning disabilities and/or Autism, a strong understanding of legal frameworks such as the Mental Health Act (1983), safeguarding, and risk management, and the ability to work in physically and emotionally demanding situations. Strong leadership, excellent written and record-keeping skills, experience delivering PBS training, and a history of reducing restrictive practices are essential. A full driver’s license and access to a vehicle for business use are also required.
For more information about the role, you can email ChloeHanson@priorygroup.com
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Free on-site parking
- Supplemented meals
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified. In such cases, adverts should be closed immediately, and remaining applicants informed of the reason.
About Priory
Priory is the leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care in the UK. We support 26,000 people a year to move towards a healthier future so they can live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions, including depression, anxiety, addictions and eating disorders, as well as children’s mental health, across our nationwide network of sites. We also support autistic adults and adults with a learning disability, Prader-Willi Syndrome and brain injuries, as well as older people, within specialist residential care and supported living facilities.
With over 13,000 colleagues working at Priory, we have a long and prestigious history, and an unrivalled reputation for making a real and lasting difference to the lives of every individual in our care.
Priory is part of MEDIAN Group, a leading pan-European provider of mental health, specialist care and rehabilitation services, focussed on restoring quality of life through effective, evidenced and data-driven care.
Priory is committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, read more here.
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. Should we require assistance, we will reach out directly to our 'PSL'
Priory is committed to providing a fully inclusive and accessible recruitment process. For further information on the accessibility support we can offer, read more here.
All roles will be subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. We are an equal opportunities employer. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. Should we require assistance, we will reach out directly to our 'PSL'
Department
Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Employment Type
Permanent - Full Time
Location
Mildmay Oaks
Address
Odiham Road, Winchfield Hook, Hampshire, RG27 8BS
Workplace type
Onsite
Compensation
£35,000 / year