Behaviour Support Practitioner

If you are a Behaviour Support Practitioner living in Melbourne with at least 1 year of experience, then we want to hear from you!

The Ark Company Australia is seeking passionate practitioners to join our team to deliver Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) services across the state. Work flexibly within a hybrid home/ office model and be part of the ultimate work life balance.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly capable and motivated individual to provide evidence based Positive Behaviour Support to participants in the NDIS and their key stakeholders. Reporting to the Manager, Behaviour Support you will work with a range of clients, with the goal that they will live life well.

Job Description

You will support vulnerable members of the community by acting as an advocate and role model. On a daily basis, you will be...

Evaluating, developing and delivering evidence-based support plans

Developing meaningful goals and practical strategies utilising a positive Behaviour Support framework, and with a commitment to eliminate restrictive practices

Building the knowledge, capacity and strengths of those who support participants in their lives - family, carers, friends, etc

Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop Functional Behavioural Assessments and Behaviour Analysis Support Plans
• Provide direct behavioural interventions in individual and group sessions after assessment and diagnosis
• Provide training, support and clinical supervision of Behaviour Support Practitioners/Behaviour Therapists
• Use behavioural, psychological and evidence-based theories to develop and implement program designs and interventions
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with all key stakeholders
• Adhere to NDIS quality and safeguard commission requirements

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree or postgraduate qualifications related to Positive Behaviour Support e.g. Psychology or relevant field.
• Demonstrated and practical time management skills including the ability to manage multiple competing priorities set in a fast-paced environment
• High level of oral and written communication skills including the demonstrated ability to prepare and finalise technical reports
• Compliance checks including the NDIS Workers Screening Check, NDIS Self-Assessment, NDIS Practitioner ID, National Criminal History Check and any relevant State-issued WWCC/WWVP cards
• COVID19 Vaccination Digital Certificate, inclusive of mandated booster vaccinations as directed by State Government and NDIS mandates
• Valid Driver Licence

We offer outstanding professional development opportunities and support individualised pathways to progressing the careers of our people, along with offering a family-friendly work-life balance, including flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

• Work from home
• Travel allowance
• Professional development assistance