AddressBenefits
- Access to generous tax free salary packaging includingmeal and entertainment allowances
- Annual Leave up to 5 weeks
- Competitive salary on offer with salary packagingavailable up to $18,550
- A rewarding career with ability to give back to ourcommunity in the growing
human service sector - Opportunities to develop and progress within theorganisation
- Strong focus on employee health and wellbeing withassistance programs
available
Due to ongoing growth Kirinari has the opportunity for a new orexperienced Behaviour Support Practitioner to joinour team based in Hobart TASMANIA. We are seekingnew and experienced practitioners.
The Kirinari Clinical Team receives referralsfrom across the sector from a range of individuals living indifferent circumstances with different goals. As a BehaviourSupport Practitioner (BSP) you will be responsible for providingspecialist Behaviour Support services to National DisabilityInsurance Scheme (NDIS) participants and their support teams.
As a BSP within Kirinari, you will be responsible for thepromotion of positive Behaviour Support within the organisation andthe enhancement of the quality of life of its customers.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance and a commitment to the policies andprocedures and delegations of Kirinari, together with the relevantnational and state legislation and policy, including the NDISQuality and Safeguards Commission
- Have a thorough understanding of, and promote the reduction ofRestrictive Practices across Kirinari and its customers
- Develop positive relationships and work with relevantstakeholders that include individuals, families, specialist supportservices and relevant government organisations in the delivery ofpositive Behaviour Support
- Develop, implement and review positive Behaviour Support Plansthat address behaviours of concern and enhance the quality of lifefor participants
- Utilise a range of data tools, to complete behavioural analysisand functional assessments
- Continued participation in opportunities for professionaldevelopment to ensure high quality service delivery and consistencywith current trends
- Balance priorities and maintain an active clinical caseload inconsultation with the Clinical Services Manager
- Accurate record keeping and reporting
About You:
- A relevant degree and/or demonstrated experience in support ofindividuals with disability and complex needs and behaviours ofconcern would be highly regarded, but not mandatory
- Current registration to practice as a core, proficient oradvanced Behaviour Support Practitioner in accordance with the NDISCapability Framework would be highly regarded yet notmandatory.
- A thorough understanding of relevant policy and legislationrelating to Behaviour Support and Restrictive Practice's atnational and state level, including the NDIS Quality and SafeguardsCommission
- Must have a desire to learn and work as part of atransdisciplinary team.
- Have experience of, or a thorough understanding of the conceptsand principles of Positive Behaviour Support, including functionalbehaviour assessment, development of positive Behaviour Supportplans, and their implementation and review
- High quality written and verbal skills, including excellentcomputer skills, interpersonal skills, and time managementability
- Qualifications ideal however not required. Applicants should beopen to pursuit of further knowledge be it through studies or otherprofessional development routes.
- Ability to work both autonomously and as a member of theBehaviour Support team
- Hold a current driver's license and a willingness to travelinterstate
- Ability to obtain a NDIS Workers Check before commencement
- Ability to obtain the relevant state Working With ChildrenCheck before commencement
Applications close 5pm Friday 16 February 2024.
You must have the right to live and work in Australia.
Kirinari is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce, andactively encourage applications from individuals who identify asATSI, LGBTIQ, CALD and diverse backgrounds.
