Job Description

Summary

We are seeking a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing support to individuals with challenging behaviours, helping them to develop positive behaviours and improve their quality of life. The role requires a compassionate and patient individual who is able to work collaboratively with clients, families, and other professionals.

Responsibilities

- Conduct functional behaviour assessments to identify the underlying causes of challenging behaviours
- Develop and implement positive behaviour support plans that are tailored to the individual's needs and goals
- Provide training and support to clients, families, and caregivers on how to implement the behaviour support plan
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the behaviour support plan, making adjustments as necessary
- Collaborate with other professionals, such as psychologists, social workers, and occupational therapists, to provide comprehensive support to clients
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client progress and behaviour incidents
- Attend team meetings and participate in ongoing professional development activities

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a related field
- Must have a Practitioner ID registered with the NDIS
- Certification in Positive Behaviour Support or Applied Behaviour Analysis
- Experience working with individuals with challenging behaviours, preferably in a community or residential setting
- Knowledge of behaviour management techniques and strategies
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills




- Valid driver's license and access to a vehicle

Job title - Behaviour Support Practitioner
Location - Mile End
Employment Type – Full time, Part time (4 days per week) or 9-day fortnight
Salary – $80,104.00 – $93,120.80 per annum (inclusive of annual leave loading) + superannuation + vehicle options + mobile + laptop + options to boost salary up to $10,000
Supervision and Support – from supervisors, team leaders and peers
Professional Development – PD leave and allowance
Formal learning opportunities available through registered training organisations and universities

About Everyday Independence
With over 40 hubs across Australia, Everyday Independence is committed to changing the game for people with disabilities. Working in the social model, our united team of talented change makers is on a mission to make inclusion possible for all Australians.

As one of the Australia's largest therapy providers, Everyday Independence is growing with confidence and welcoming passionate, purpose driven practitioners who want to make a real impact. At Everyday Independence, you'll find job stability, structured mentoring and supervision, continuous learning and professional development, career pathways and a values-driven culture.

About The Role




We are looking for experienced Behaviour Support Practitioners to provide life-changing therapy to NDIS participants. As a Behaviour Support Practitioner at Everyday Independence, no two days will be the same. If you were here last week, these are some of the things you may have done:

- Working in the social model means you'll work in diverse settings; from homes and schools to playgrounds, workplaces, and community centres
- Utilizing assessment and intervention skills to support participants in achieving their goals and maximizing NDIS funding
- Building meaningful relationships with the participants and their supports (family, carers, friends)
- Developing and implementing Behaviour Support Plans with function-based strategies, utilising positive behaviour support framework
- Conducting Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA)
- Collaborating within interdisciplinary teams to address complex behavioural challenges
- Attend weekly team meetings in the Hub; sharing stories of impact, coffee and laughs
- You'll tap into the knowledge and support of your Team Leader and dedicated Therapy Mentor

Who We Are Looking For

At Everyday Independence, our team thrives on shared values and a collaborative spirit. We're on the lookout for individuals who resonate with our values and can seamlessly integrate into our agile environment.

To work as a Behaviour Support Practitioner, you will have a relevant tertiary qualification (Bachelor, Masters or Graduate Diploma) and relevant registration such as the below:

- If you are an Occupational Therapist, you will have a degree in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration
- If you are a Speech Pathologist, you will have a degree in Speech Patholog

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