IST - Community Intensive Support Nurse / Practitioner

The post holder will work as part of the Learning Disability Intensive Support Team within a multi-disciplinary framework, providing intensive assessment, formulation and intervention for clients who present with behaviour that challenges and / or mental health issues.

We are looking to recruit a highly motivated individual who has the relevant qualification and experiences or can demonstrate equivalent competencies within the following areas Occupational Therapy, Registered Learning Disability Nurse, Registered Mental Health Nurse, Behavioural Practitioner to join our growing team to meet the diverse needs of this cohort of individuals., Post holders will have experience of working with people who have a learning disability and either mental ill-health and/or complex behavioural needs.

Successful candidates will need to have a genuine interest in working within a multi-disciplinary team providing Assessment and Intervention for the defined group of individuals. You will be expected to work within a values driven, recovery based approach that imbeds the Positive Behaviour Support framework.