At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children and young adults with disabilities by creating tailored behaviour support plans.
- Company: Well-regarded practice in Newcastle focused on inclusion and impact.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and flexible work options.
- Other info: Join a supportive team culture with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families while fostering community inclusion.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in relevant field and experience in behaviour support.
The predicted salary is between 59850 - 73150 $ per year.
- On Offer
- Competitive salary $90,000 - $120,000 + super
- Ongoing professional development and clinical supervision
- Opportunity to join a high-growth, well-regarded practice
- Based in Newcastle with flexible part-time or full-time options
- Supportive team culture with a strong focus on inclusion and impact
The Role
As a Behaviour Support Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting children, adolescents, and young adults with disabilities and complex needs.
Working within a respected Newcastle-based practice, you will develop and implement tailored behaviour support plans that promote positive outcomes and enhance quality of life.
This is a highly rewarding position where your work will contribute not only to the well-being of individuals and families, but also to broader efforts in creating a more inclusive and compassionate community.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the underlying causes of behaviours of concern
- Design and deliver behaviour support plans in line with NDIS requirements
- Implement positive behaviour support strategies through direct intervention
- Educate and guide families, caregivers, and staff to foster effective support environments
- Track progress and make informed adjustments using data and observation Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to support holistic care
- Respond to crises using evidence-based de-escalation techniques
- Maintain detailed documentation to ensure compliance and quality standards
- Stay current with best practices and emerging trends in behaviour support
- Advocate for individuals’ rights and meaningful participation in the community
Requirements
- Current registration as a Behaviour Support Practitioner.
- A Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, special education, or a related field.
- Proven experience delivering behaviour support plans, ideally with children and young people. Preferably 2 years experience.
- Strong understanding of NDIS behaviour support guidelines.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when required.
- Commitment to cultural sensitivity, inclusion, and person-centred practice.
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