Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner – QLD / Gold Coast

MorethanDIS is seeking a passionate and experienced Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our growing team on a full-time basis, servicing participants across Queensland, including the Gold Coast.

We are looking for a proficient/advanced practitioner who is confident working independently, developing high-quality behaviour support plans and delivering evidence-based, person-centred support.

About the Role

As a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, you will work closely with participants, families, support workers and other professionals to understand individual needs and develop effective, person-centred behaviour support strategies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting functional behaviour assessments and comprehensive assessments of participant needs.
• Developing, implementing and reviewing Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSPs) in accordance with NDIS requirements.
• Developing proactive, evidence-based strategies to support participants and improve quality of life.
• Supporting the reduction and prevention of behaviours of concern through person-centred approaches.
• Working collaboratively with participants, families, support coordinators, support workers and other allied health professionals.
• Providing training, guidance and coaching to support teams and families where required.
• Monitoring participant progress and reviewing strategies based on outcomes and changing needs.
• Maintaining accurate and timely clinical documentation and case notes.
• Ensuring all reports, assessments and behaviour support plans meet relevant NDIS and professional standards.
• Working within relevant NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission requirements and organisational policies.
• Managing a caseload effectively and working independently while maintaining strong communication with the broader team.

About You

We are looking for someone who is proficient or advanced in Positive Behaviour Support and can confidently manage a caseload independently.

You will ideally have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Behavioural Science, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Counselling or a related discipline.
• Experience working within the NDIS and Positive Behaviour Support sector.
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
• Strong understanding of functional behaviour assessment and evidence-based PBS approaches.
• Experience working with complex behaviours and participants with diverse support needs.
• Strong report writing, clinical documentation and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with participants, families and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current Working with Children Check, where applicable.
• Current Australian driver's licence and access to a reliable vehicle.
• NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner suitability/approval, where applicable.

What We Offer

• Full-time employment
• Competitive remuneration based on experience and qualifications
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Professional development opportunities
• Opportunities to work with a diverse range of NDIS participants
• Flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to contribute to the growth of our PBS services across Queensland

Location

Queensland – Gold Coast / Greater Brisbane

This position will involve travel to participant locations, with some administrative and clinical work able to be completed remotely.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner looking for a full-time opportunity with a growing NDIS organisation, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience in Positive Behaviour Support and your availability to commence.

Applications to be sent to [email protected].

Pay: $68,000.00 – $119,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Professional development assistance
• Travel reimbursement

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Queensland: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Experience:

• Positive Behaviour Support: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Queensland