Bethel Therapy is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and motivated Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our growing team.
This role involves working closely with children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities, complex support needs, trauma backgrounds, and behaviours of concern across home, school, respite, SIL, and community environments.
The successful applicant will play a key role in assessing behaviours of concern, developing person-centred Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSPs), and implementing practical strategies that improve quality of life, reduce restrictive practices, and build participant capacity.
At Bethel Therapy, we value relationship-based practice, collaboration, cultural understanding, trauma-informed care, and genuine therapeutic engagement.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct functional behaviour assessments (FBA) and behavioural observations
Develop Interim and Comprehensive PBSPs in line with NDIS requirements
Deliver person-centred, trauma-informed, and evidence-based interventions
Work collaboratively with participants, families, schools, support workers, allied health professionals, and stakeholders
Provide behaviour support training and mentoring to support teams
Collect, analyse, and interpret behaviour data to guide intervention planning
Reduce and eliminate restrictive practices using least restrictive approaches
Complete clinical documentation, reports, and case notes to a high standard
Participate in stakeholder meetings, case reviews,



and multidisciplinary collaboration
Support participants to build independence, emotional regulation, communication, and community participation skills
Essential Criteria
Relevant qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Counselling, Behavioural Science, or related field
NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner suitability (Core, Proficient, Advanced or Specialist) or ability to become suitable
Experience working with people with disability, mental health presentations, trauma, ASD, ADHD, intellectual disability, or complex behaviours
Solid understanding of Positive Behaviour Support and restrictive practice requirements
Excellent communication, report writing, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Current Driver's Licence and willingness to travel for community visits
Current Yellow Card/NDIS Worker Screening and Blue Card (or willingness to obtain)
Desirable
Experience within the NDIS sector
Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander participants and culturally diverse communities
Knowledge of trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming practice
Experience delivering staff training and stakeholder education
What We Offer
Flexible work arrangements
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Ongoing professional development and supervision
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the community
Diverse and rewarding caseload
A workplace focused on growth, compassion, and person-centred care

📌 Behaviour Support Practitioner (Townsville)
🏢 Bethel Therapy
📍 Townsville