Job description

Are you seeking complete flexibility? This is an opportunity for you. If you are seeking school hours, 2 or 3 days a week or full time hours, we would like to hear from you.

Our client is seeking experienced and passionate Behavioural Support Practitioners to join our client under an Independent Contractor arrangement. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people by delivering high quality, person centred behaviour support services that promote independence, inclusion and improved quality of life. Multiple locations including Tweed Heads, Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour, South side of Brisbane.

You

The successful candidates must be recognised as Proficient, Advanced / Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner under the NDIS Capability Framework.

About the Role

As a Behavioural Support Practitioner, you will work collaboratively with participants, families, carers, support teams and other stakeholders to develop and implement evidence based behaviour support strategies that uphold the rights, dignity and wellbeing of participants.

Key Responsibilities

- Conduct comprehensive behavioural assessments using evidence based approaches.
- Develop, implement and review Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
- Work collaboratively with participants and their support networks to achieve meaningful outcomes.
- Monitor participant progress and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.
- Ensure all documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with NDIS Practice Standards.
- Support the reduction and elimination of restrictive practices in line with legislative and best practice requirements.




- Maintain professional records and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
- Participate in multidisciplinary collaboration to deliver coordinated supports.

Essential Criteria

- Current recognition as an Proficient, Advanced / Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner by the NDIS Commission under the Capability Framework.
- Demonstrated experience in conducting functional behaviour assessments and developing Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
- Strong knowledge of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission requirements, Positive Behaviour Support Capability Framework, and Restrictive Practices framework.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong organisational, documentation and time management skills.
- Your hours submitted must be billable hours.
- Current driver's licence and a privately insured vehicle.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
- Current Working with Children Check.
- ABN
- Professional Indemnity and Public Liability Insurance

What is on offer

- Flexibility / Choose Your Hours / Work from Home
- Hourly Rate of between $90 and $100 + Super
- Professional development opportunities and ongoing learning.
- A collaborative, supportive, and values-driven workplace.

How to Apply





If you are an experienced Behavioural Support Practitioner recognised at the Proficient, Advanced / Specialist level by the NDIS Commission and are passionate about improving the lives of people with disability, we would love to hear from you.
Should you require further information or would like a confidential discussion, please contact Mel Ireland, 07 3239 2598 or email, [email protected]

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📌 Behaviour Support Practitioner - Independent Contractor (Tweed Heads West)
🏢 DFP Recruitment Services
📍 Tweed Heads West