Positive Behaviour Support Planner

Auckland | Mount Wellington

Community & Office Based | Hybrid

Part Time | Fixed-Term Maternity Leave Cover

Competitive Salary + KiwiSaver + Phone + Laptop

EAP Support + Career Development Opportunities

Respectful, Inclusive Culture + Ongoing Professional Development

Who we are | Ko wai mātou?

At New Zealand Health Group, we are committed to supporting disabled people throughout Aotearoa New Zealand to live meaningful, self-directed lives.

Our Disability Support Services are grounded in respect, partnership, and inclusion, reflecting our belief that all people deserve equitable opportunities to achieve their aspirations.

Our work is closely aligned with the Enabling Good Lives principles and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We deliver culturally responsive, person-centred support that strengthens independence, dignity, safety, and wellbeing.

About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga

As a Positive Behaviour Support Planner, you will work alongside disabled people, their whānau, support networks, kaimahi, and other professionals to develop and implement positive behaviour support approaches that improve quality of life and reduce behaviours of concern.

This is a part-time, fixed-term maternity leave cover position based in Mount Wellington, supporting services across the wider Auckland region. The role is primarily Monday to Friday during office hours, with a combination of community, residential, and office-based work.

You will work as part of a geographically dispersed team, requiring confidence working independently while maintaining regular communication and collaboration with colleagues across the wider region.

Key responsibilities

Be responsible for developing and supporting positive behaviour approaches that strengthen independence, safety, participation, and overall quality of life.

Your responsibilities will include:

Conducting functional behaviour assessments to identify the purpose, triggers, and contributing factors associated with behaviours of concern

Gathering and analysing behavioural data to inform assessment, intervention planning, and ongoing review

Developing individualised, evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support plans

Creating practical and innovative resources tailored to each person’s needs

Supporting the implementation and ongoing review of behaviour support and safety plans

Coaching kaimahi, caregivers, and whānau to confidently apply Positive Behaviour Support strategies

Observing practice and providing constructive feedback and guidance

Monitoring progress and adapting interventions in response to changing needs

Working directly with disabled people and their support networks to ensure plans are meaningful and respectful

Collaborating with multidisciplinary professionals and service delivery teams

Advocating for the rights, choices, and support needs of the people we support

Maintaining accurate, timely, and high-quality documentation

Contributing to consistent practice across geographically dispersed services

Supporting culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and person-centred practice

What you will bring | Ngā tohungatanga mō tēnei tūranga

You will bring lived or professional experience within disability service delivery or an operational environment, preferably within the health, disability, education, or community services sectors.

A background in psychology, education, social work, health, human services, or a related field would be highly regarded.

You will also bring:

Experience working alongside disabled people, particularly those with behaviours of concern or complex support needs

Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support principles and person-centred practice

Experience completing or contributing to functional behaviour assessments

The ability to identify the causes and functions of behaviours of concern

Experience developing and implementing evidence-based behaviour support strategies

The creativity and motivation to develop individualised tools and practical resources

Experience coaching, training, or supporting kaimahi, caregivers, and whānau

Strong data collection, analysis, and progress-monitoring capability

The ability to make informed, evidence-based decisions

Strong verbal and written communication skills

The ability to explain complex behavioural concepts in a clear and accessible way

Excellent relationship-building and collaborative skills

Empathy, patience, and emotional intelligence

Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving capability

The ability to adapt strategies as a person’s needs and circumstances change

Experience advocating for people’s rights and access to appropriate services

An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and the ability to embed its principles within everyday practice

Respect for cultural diversity and a commitment to culturally responsive support

The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a geographically dispersed team

A solutions-focused and growth-oriented mindset

Resilience and confidence working through unexpected or challenging situations

Sound professional judgement, integrity, and the ability to self-manage

A full New Zealand Driver Licence

A formal Positive Behaviour Support qualification, BILD PBS qualification, or equivalent training would be advantageous. Support may be available for the successful applicant to continue developing their Positive Behaviour Support capability.

The successful applicant must be willing and able to complete Police vetting, VCA checks, and any other relevant pre-employment requirements.

Why join us | He aha ai mātou?

At New Zealand Health Group, you will be part of a values-driven organisation committed to inclusion, equity, collaboration, and professional growth.

We offer:

Competitive salary plus KiwiSaver

Phone and laptop provided

Access to a pool vehicle for work-related travel

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Support from experienced operational and clinical colleagues

Opportunities to collaborate with a geographically dispersed team

Ongoing training and professional development

Structured career-development pathways

Access to EAP and employee wellbeing support

A respectful, inclusive, and values-driven workplace

The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of disabled people and their whānau

If you are passionate about Positive Behaviour Support and want to strengthen outcomes through assessment, coaching, collaboration, advocacy, and evidence-based practice, we would love to hear from you.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tono mai

Please apply through our careers website with your CV and cover letter.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is appointed.

Applicants must be New Zealand citizens or residents, or hold a valid New Zealand work visa.

Applications close | Te katinga o tēnei whai tūranga

09 October 2026 at 5.00 pm