Established in 1990 arbias is a not-for-profit organisation that supports people with a suspected or diagnosed Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and people with multiple comorbidities such as physical disabilities, mental health, alcohol and other drug related issues, connection with the criminal justice system and high complex needs. We are a recognised industry leader in this field providing a range of specialist support services across metropolitan and regional Victoria and NSW.

Every day we make a difference in the lives of our clients and their loved ones. Our team are impassioned by improving outcomes for people with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and work closely with a team of Clinical Neuropsychologists who respect their expertise and skills.

Our vision is “enabling our people and partners to achieve their very best”. We pride ourselves on looking after our people and putting them first. Our mission is to bring everyone the chance to live the life that they want, and that includes our employees.

The foundation of arbias’ work is partnership, building on individuals’ strengths, and supporting people to identify strategies in planning for their future.

About the Role:

Arbias ltd is seeking to employ an Intensive Specialist Practitioner to complement its existing team of dedicated practitioners who support people with an acquired brain injury and high complex needs, specializing in alcohol and other substance related brain impairment. A key objective of this service is to work with people who are in crisis and at risk of alienating their support networks, becoming isolated from the community or homeless.

The role will provide funded services on behalf of government agencies, and this may include but not limited to social work, behaviour support, psychosocial recovery coaching, complex case management, support coordination level 2 & 3 and assertive outreach.

About Us:

Established in 1990 arbias is a not-for-profit organisation that supports people with a suspected or diagnosed Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and people with multiple comorbidities such as physical disabilities, mental health, alcohol and other drug related issues, connection with the criminal justice system and high complex needs. We are a recognised industry leader in this field providing a range of specialist support services across metropolitan and regional Victoria and NSW.





Every day we make a difference in the lives of our clients and their loved ones. Our team are impassioned by improving outcomes for people with an Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and work closely with a team of Clinical Neuropsychologists who respect their expertise and skills.

Our vision is “enabling our people and partners to achieve their very best”. We pride ourselves on looking after our people and putting them first. Our mission is to bring everyone the chance to live the life that they want, and that includes our employees.

The foundation of arbias’ work is partnership, building on individuals’ strengths, and supporting people to identify strategies in planning for their future.

About the Role:

Arbias ltd is seeking to employ an Intensive Specialist Practitioner to complement its existing team of dedicated practitioners who support people with an acquired brain injury and high complex needs, specializing in alcohol and other substance related brain impairment. A key objective of this service is to work with people who are in crisis and at risk of alienating their support networks, becoming isolated from the community or homeless.

The role will provide funded services on behalf of government agencies, and this may include but not limited to social work, behaviour support, psychosocial recovery coaching, complex case management, support coordination level 2 & 3 and assertive outreach.

The Specialist Practitioner will operate within the arbias model of case management services that includes:

- a person-centred approach, trauma informed and strength based

- developing a therapeutic rapport with the client

- applying clinical/compensatory strategies based on the recommendations from the Neuropsychological Assessment Report

- providing education to the client and their support networks about ABI and its comorbidities mental health and alcohol and other drug issues.

- coordinating interdisciplinary teams





- linking with appropriate services in the community through a cooperative approach of working alongside non-specialist services, providing education and support

- preventing further cognitive deterioration

- case monitoring and budgeting where this is deemed as appropriate

- Working from Home arrangement will not be available for these positions.

Key Selection Criteria

- Demonstrated experience in providing person-centred support to people with a disability (in particular, people with an acquired brain injury), who are experiencing high complex needs, dual diagnosis, mental health and/or behaviours of concern.

- Support individuals to build capacity and resilience to make decisions and choices about the implementation of all the supports they receive from a range of providers.

- Demonstrated experience of behaviour assessment and preparing comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans and reports.

- Knowledge and understanding of restrictive practices, including comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation.

- Well-developed communication and report writing skills, articulating information clearly and concisely to diverse stakeholders.

- Demonstrated experience in communication and report writing, articulating information clearly and concisely to diverse stakeholders.

- Ability to handle client concerns or conflicts with diplomacy, aiming to find acceptable solutions and maintain positive client relationships.

- Ability to respect and appreciate diverse backgrounds and cultural perspectives when interacting with clients and their families.

- Willingness to develop further knowledge in the areas of Acquired Brain Injury, Criminal Justice, Alcohol & Other Drugs, Mental Health and Dual Diagnosis

Other Requirements of the Position:

- Commitment to the arbias vision, mission and objectives and alignment with organisational values

- Well-developed computer skills

- First aid level 2 + CPR

- Current Victorian Driver's License

- Current Police Check

- Current Working with Children’s Check

- NDIS worker screening check

- NDIS Behaviour support practitioner core or proficient registration is desirable

Applications close: Friday 21/08/2026

People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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