Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Key Responsibilities

• Utilise your exceptional report-writing and analytical skills to interpret information and create clear and concise Behaviour Support Plans for families and stakeholders
• Develop and implement person-centred support in areas such as functional behaviour assessment, behaviour support plans, risk assessment, service needs assessment, and restrictive interventions step-down plans and assessment
• Collaborate effectively, forging partnerships with key stakeholders, leading training sessions and actively participating in care team meetings as required
• Continuously monitor progress and adjust intervention strategies as required
• Maintain accurate documentation and records

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience working with complex presentations and demonstrating sound judgement in intricate systems
• Minimum 12 months experience working in a behaviour supporting role
• Proven experience writing functional behaviour assessments, behaviour support plans and needs assessments
• Demonstrated expertise in providing behavioural assessment and intervention across diverse settings including family, out-of-home care and community-based care
• Preferred experience working with clients with forensic backgrounds, including familiarity with prison environments
• Proficiency in working with individuals with co-occurring diagnosis and complex presentation
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships and communicate effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds and abilities
• Knowledge of the youth justice and/or criminal justice system and related settings is desirable

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Allied Health or Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA)
• Core, Proficient, Advanced or Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner accreditation
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• Driver’s Licence and vehicle

About you

• You are a skilled and compassionate Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with experience working with complex presentations
• You are dedicated to helping individuals with unique needs achieve their fullest potential
• You are solutions-focused and you genuinely want to make a difference in the lives of people
• You have a learning mindset and commitment to continuous development

What we offer

• Opportunity for growth and development
• Collaborative work environment that is dynamic, respectful and supportive
• Flexible working hours and arrangements
• Commitment to work/life balance
• Support in multilayered supervision framework
• Integrated Culture and Wellbeing program
• Laptop and phone provided

How to apply

• Submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit