The use of an implementation science theoretical framework to inform the development of a region wide Positive Behavioural Support Workforce Development approach. Issue 3 (6th December 2020)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: McKenzie, Karen; McNall, Anne; Noone, Steve; Branch, Alison; Murray, George; Sherring, Melissa; Jones, Lynne; Thompson, Judith; Chaplin, Jill
• Is Part Of: Journal of applied research in intellectual disabilities. Volume 34:Issue 3(2021)
• Page Start: 675
• Page End: 683
• Publication Date: 2020-12-06
• Subjects: explanatory models -- Positive Behavioural Support -- implementation -- workforce development; Learning disabilities -- Periodicals; Mental retardation -- Periodicals; Learning disabled -- Periodicals; People with mental disabilities -- Periodicals; 616.85880072
• DOI: 10.1111/jar.12847
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1360-2322

Abstract

Abstract: Background: Concern about the poor care of some people with an intellectual disability has highlighted the need for systemic, large‐scale interventions to develop a skilled workforce. Method: We outline how an implementation science theoretical model informed the development of a region‐wide Positive Behavioural Support (PBS) Workforce Development (WFD) approach. Results: We provide an example of the application of the model in practice and demonstrate how this enabled us to understand the competencies and development needs of the workforce; engage effectively with stakeholders; and develop, deliver and evaluate a PBS WFD model. Conclusion: The application of the model helped us to identify, prioritise, and address the multiple and complex factors that were relevant to the implementation of the PBS WFD approach.