Job Title: Behavior Support Officer Location: Rochdale, Lancashire Job Type: Full-Time Working Hours: 8.30 AM - 3.30 PM We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Behavior Support Officer to join our dynamic team in Rochdale, Lancashire. As a Behavior Support Officer, you will play a crucial role in providing support to individuals with challenging behavior, social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, and those who have experienced mental trauma. Responsibilities: - Develop and implement individualized care plans that cater to the unique needs of each service user. - Employ a variety of strategies to manage and improve challenging behaviors while promoting positive behavior patterns. - Provide emotional support and practical assistance to individuals experiencing SEMH difficulties and mental trauma. - Work collaboratively with other professionals such as teachers, therapists, and social workers to coordinate support and interventions. - Monitor and record the service users’ progress, adapting strategies as needed to achieve the best outcomes. - Engage with service users, building trust and rapport to create a safe, supportive environment conducive to development and wellbeing. - Conduct risk assessments and ensure all activities comply with health and safety standards. - Promote understanding and awareness of SEMH issues among staff, service users, and broader community stakeholders. - Attend and contribute to multidisciplinary meetings to review and update care plans. Requirements: - A current and clean Enhanced DBS check on the update service. - Experience in working with individuals with challenging behavior, SEMH, and mental trauma. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with service users, staff, and other professionals. - A compassionate, patient, and resilient approach to working with individuals with complex needs. - Proven ability to remain calm and composed in challenging situations. - Firm understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies. - Relevant qualifications or training in behavior support, psychology, social work, or a related field. This full-time role requires a dedicated individual who thrives in complex, challenging environments and is deeply committed to enriching the lives of those with additional needs. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who can demonstrate their ability for inclusivity and support for our diverse community. Job Location: Rochdale, Lancashire INDMAN<br/><br />If you are interested, then please contact James Barker on 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5002 and click on the apply button.<br /><br />If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be, <strong>don&#39;t forget that we offer &pound;50 in shopping vouchers if you refer a friend to us and we place them in the job.</strong> For more details, contact your local Axcis office.<br /><br /><em>This is a temporary position, unless stated otherwise.</em><br /><br /><em>Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and as such we do not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria.<br /><br />The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.<br /><br />As such, you will be required to provide an up to date DBS, or be prepared to allow Axcis to process one on your behalf, in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines (for details please see our website).<br /><br />Axcis Education is an employment agency offering temporary supply work for daily, short-term and long-term assignments in addition to permanent positions.<br /><br />You must be suitably qualified for the position advertised and be prepared to attend a face to face interview with Axcis to demonstrate your suitability for this role.<br /><br />Salary / Pay Rate will be dependent on your skills and experience.</em><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><a href="/job-page-disclaimer">View the disclaimer</a></span></strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;"><strong>Contact: </strong></span><strong> James Barker&nbsp;</strong><br /><br /><strong><span style="color:#e0004d;">Telephone: </span> 0161 529 9200 | Ext: 5002</strong></strong>