Positive Behaviour Support

MacIntyre's Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Framework guides a pathway which always starts with building trust and rapport with the person, their family and their support team. MacIntyre’s DNA (our values in practice) is a key element of this Framework and supporting ‘in the MacIntyre way’ significantly increases wellbeing and reduces people’s need to communicate using behaviours of concern.

Once relationships have been built, we work with the person and their circle of support to understand what is being communicated by a behaviour of concern and to train and coach the team to support in the most person-centred and least-restrictive way possible. We aim to support people proactively, rather than in response to crises, with a long term focus on supporting each and every person to live 'a life that makes sense to (them)' and to be able to communicate their needs safely.

There is no one size fits all approach to PBS in MacIntyre. Everything we do depends on the wishes and needs of the person and considers the people and environment around that person. We have a huge range of expertise and resources within MacIntyre and through partnerships, including Redstone PBS and with families and experts by experience. We draw on this expertise and work with local professionals, to help us find the right way forwards for each person.

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Behaviour of Concern as Communication

We view behaviour as a way of communicating and work hard to understand the message, listen to people and look for a solution.

What is "Behaviour of Concern"

MacIntyre uses the terms behaviour of concern, distress and changed behaviour depending on the person and the situation.

Staff Training

Our PBS training includes PBS Elements, Human Right & Non-Restrictive Strategies, the MacIntyre PBS Leaders programme and bespoke courses.

Intensive PBS Support

MacIntyre has a team of seven specialist Lead PBS Coaches and a Head of PBS.

PBS in Children and Young People Services

Our community-based No Limits education provisions, our school, our children’s homes and our academies each work within the MacIntyre framework.

PBS in Specialist Support and Transforming Care Services

Our dedicated Lead PBS Coach for Specialist Services works closely with these teams.

Sector endorsement and best practice

2019 Best Practice poster presentation at the Challenging Behaviour Foundation – National Strategy Group2018 Winner Inclusive Practice Award…

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