Paediatric Behaviour Therapist | School based | Fairfield
Predominantly high-school caseload with one primary school
Work collaboratively with students, families, teachers and allied health professionals
School-based role across Fairfield
Predominantly high-school caseload with one primary school
Work collaboratively with students, families, teachers and allied health professionals
This is an exciting opportunity for a Behaviour Therapist to join an established provider delivering allied health and behavioural support within government and non-government schools.
You'll work directly within several schools across Fairfield supporting children, adolescents and young adults to improve their participation, independence, emotional regulation and engagement in learning.
This is a full time, school-based position offering a consistent weekly schedule and the opportunity to develop meaningful, ongoing relationships with students and school communities.
The caseload is predominantly based within the Fairfield area:
Four days per week across schools in Fairfield
Two days are based at the same Fairfield school
The remaining two Fairfield days are each based at separate schools
One day per week is based at a school in Campbelltown
Most of the caseload is based within high schools, with one primary school included.
About the Role
Working within each school, you'll deliver evidence-based behavioural support tailored to the needs of individual students.
Your responsibilities may include:
Providing individual and small-group behaviour therapy
Supporting students with emotional regulation, communication and social participation
Conducting behavioural observations within classroom and school environments
Identifying the function of behaviours and contributing to appropriate intervention strategies
Implementing and monitoring behaviour support programs




Collecting and reviewing behavioural data
Supporting students to develop practical skills and greater independence
Collaborating with teachers, learning support teams, parents and other allied health professionals
Providing practical strategies that can be implemented consistently across school and home environments
Maintaining accurate clinical notes and documentation
Contributing to a positive and inclusive school environment
The ModelThe model focuses on supporting students, teachers and families through practical, collaborative and holistic services delivered within the environments where students learn and participate.
The broader team includes professionals across Behaviour Therapy, Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Counselling and other allied health disciplines.
To be considered for this position, you must have:
Completed a degree in psychology or counselling
A current NSW Working With Children Check
A current National Police Check and NDIS Clearance
Previous experience supporting children, adolescents or young adults
An understanding of evidence-based behavioural principles and interventions
Strong written and verbal communication skills
The ability to engage positively with students, families and education professionals
About You
You'll be a compassionate and engaging Behaviour Therapist who understands that effective support depends on building trust with students and working closely with the people around them.
You'll enjoy being part of a collaborative school environment and will be confident adapting your approach to suit students of different ages, abilities and backgrounds.
Contact Megan Greenhalgh
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Additional information
Predominantly high-school caseload with one primary school
You'll work directly within several schools
Consistent weekly schedule
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📌 Paediatric Behaviour Therapist | School Based | Fairfield (Melbourne)
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