Behaviour Support Practitioner - Penrith/Blue Mountains
Penrith, New South Wales, Australia · Full Time
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Job description
About Optimum Health Solutions
With over two decades of Allied Health expertise, Optimum Health Solutions stands as a leading provider. Operating 14 clinics across New South Wales and Tasmania, supported by a team exceeding 200 professionals, the organisation is dedicated to delivering quality community services.
This role offers the chance to work within a community-based framework located in Penrith or the Blue Mountains.
Role Overview
We seek an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our growing multidisciplinary team. The practitioner will focus on empowering children, adolescents, and adults with complex needs through evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform behavioural assessments and create comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans.
- Implement evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support interventions across clinics, homes, community settings, and schools.
- Collaborate closely with families, carers, support coordinators, and other key stakeholders to enhance quality of life and community engagement.
Candidate Profile
- Registered NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner at proficient level or higher.
- Previous experience in Behaviour Support Practitioner roles with thorough knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support frameworks.
- Strong skills in behavioural assessments and Behaviour Support Plan development.
- Excellent communication and ability to foster strong relationships.
- Capable of working independently as well as contributing effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Patient, calm, and solution-oriented approach to challenges.
- Passionate about supporting people with disabilities and their families.
Opportunities and Benefits
- Clear pathways for career advancement into senior clinical, leadership, and management positions.
- Access to weekly professional development sessions, specialist mentoring, and extensive learning resources.
- Collaborative environment involving Occupational Therapists, Speech Pathologists, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, and fellow Behaviour Support Practitioners.
- State-of-the-art therapy facilities including sensory rooms, gyms, motor development zones, and advanced clinical equipment.
- Work that is meaningful and rewarding by facilitating client skill development, independence, and daily life participation.
Contact Details
Enquiries can be directed to Emily at emily@opt.net.au or via phone at 0420 765 530.
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