Behaviour Support Practitioner

Overview

Join See Changes Disability, a reputable organisation offering high-quality behaviour support, allied health, and support coordination services across New South Wales. We are expanding our team in Newcastle, Hunter, Lake Macquarie, Gosford, and the mid-north coast regions. Our goal is to maintain our status as a preferred provider for NDIS participants while fostering a workplace environment you will be proud to be part of. We have both full-time and part-time opportunities available.

Benefits

• Work as part of a diverse multidisciplinary team
• Access numerous learning and development opportunities
• Receive consistent clinical and operational supervision
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a growing organisation
• Flexible working hours to support a healthy work-life balance
• Work remotely from home combined with local in-person client visits in Newcastle/Hunter/Lake Macquarie or Central Coast/Gosford areas (in-person visits are mandatory; role not suitable for those unable to travel locally)
• Paid mileage allowance provided when pool cars are unavailable
• Competitive salary complemented by a bonus structure
• Provision of a work laptop for job duties

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Current registration as a Behaviour Support Practitioner with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (applications without this will not be considered)
• At least six months of experience as a Behaviour Support Practitioner
• Tertiary qualifications in allied health or related fields such as Psychology, Behavioural Science, Social Work, or Education, or equivalent relevant experience
• Proven experience conducting functional assessments and developing Behaviour Support Plans; de-identified samples might be requested during interviews
• Familiarity with Restrictive Practices, including in-depth knowledge of NDIS guidelines on this subject
• Experience supporting individuals with intellectual, developmental, and psychosocial disabilities
• Effective self-management skills to meet deadlines and manage scheduling

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with participants, their families, and other stakeholders to aid in achieving participant goals
• Engage directly with participants and carers to create participant-centred Behaviour Support Plans
• Conduct detailed functional assessments
• Provide training and ongoing support to those implementing Behaviour Support Plans
• Monitor, identify, and report on Restrictive Practices while facilitating data collection related to these practices
• Ensure compliance with all requirements from the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission
• Participate in regular clinical supervision, including group sessions with other Behaviour Support Practitioners

Application Process

• Interested candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter explaining their suitability for this role in one page or less
• Applicants progressing to the interview stage may have to provide a de-identified Behaviour Support Plan they have authored
• For inquiries, contact Victoria Refalo at 0423989827 or via email