Behaviour Support Practitioner

Job Summary:

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Behaviour Support Practitioner to make a profound impact in the lives of people with disability. In this role, you will develop and implement positive behaviour support plans tailored to individuals with challenging behaviours, under the guidelines of the NDIS. Working closely with clients, families, and support teams, you’ll use evidence-based strategies to reduce behaviours of concern and enhance quality of life. If you are analytical yet empathetic, and passionate about promoting positive change through behaviour support, this role will be a fulfilling next step in your clinical career within Australia’s disability sector.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct functional behaviour assessments to understand the reasons behind behaviours of concern.
• Develop comprehensive Positive Behaviour Support Plans focusing on proactive strategies, skill-building, and safe management of challenging behaviours.
• Train and coach support workers, families, and other stakeholders in implementing behaviour support strategies consistently.
• Monitor and review the effectiveness of behaviour plans, collecting data and adjusting approaches as necessary for continuous improvement.
• Ensure all practices comply with NDIS Behaviour Support regulations, including necessary documentation for any regulated restrictive practices.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Psychology, Behavioural Science, Social Work, or a related discipline.
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, autism, or complex behaviours.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) principles and experience writing behaviour support plans.
• Strong analytical skills combined with excellent communication and training abilities.
• Must be (or be eligible to be) a registered NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner, with up-to-date NDIS Worker Screening and any relevant professional registrations.