Behaviour Support Practitioner

About Ability Action Australia

Ability Action Australia is dedicated to assisting NDIS participants aged 0–65 years to enhance their independence, confidence, and everyday success through supportive community engagement.

Role Overview

As a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, you will act as a supporter, strategist, behaviour analyst, and calming presence when managing challenging behavioural situations. Your work will have deep, practical, and meaningful impacts on the lives of those you assist.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, and implement evidence-based behaviour support plans.
• Set meaningful objectives within a positive behaviour support framework.
• Empower support networks including families, carers, and support workers by building their capabilities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure holistic care.
• Advocate for the reduction and elimination of restrictive practices.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Degree in allied health or a closely related discipline.
• Proven experience in interpreting, applying, reviewing, or formulating behaviour support plans.
• Possession of NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner status, or willingness to obtain BSP registration with organizational support.
• A strong commitment and passion for working within disability support.
• Experience managing complex and challenging behaviours.
• Effective interpersonal skills combined with proficient documentation and reporting capabilities.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working arrangements including opportunities to work remotely, from the office, clinics, or community locations to suit your preferences.
• Competitive salary package with additional benefits such as car allowance, laptop, phone, and salary packaging options.
• Focus on work-life balance and supportive workplace culture.
• Clear prospects for professional development and career advancement within Ability Action Australia and MedHealth family.
• A purpose-driven, inclusive, and supportive team environment.

Additional Information

Ability Action Australia is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, valuing diversity across all team members including those with disabilities, diverse cultural backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community members, veterans, carers, and Indigenous Australians. The recruitment process can be reasonably adjusted to accommodate accessibility needs, ensuring an inclusive candidate experience.