Position Vacant: Behaviour Support Practitioner

About the role

Behaviour Collaborations is seeking a passionate and skilled Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our team in Capalaba, QLD. As a Behaviour Support Practitioner, you will play a crucial role in providing positive behaviour support to clients with complex needs, with the aim of enhancing their quality of life and promoting independence. This is a full-time position in clinic, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the individuals and families we serve. We have a lovely welcoming office with play therapy and adult and teen therapy available.

What you’ll be doing

• Conducting comprehensive assessments to identify the function and drivers of challenging behaviours
• Developing and implementing individualised behaviour support plans in collaboration with clients, families, and the broader support team
• Providing training and coaching to clients, families, and support staff to promote the effective implementation of behaviour support strategies
• Regularly reviewing and updating behaviour support plans to ensure they remain effective and responsive to the client’s needs
• Engaging in ongoing professional development to stay up-to-date with best practices in positive behaviour support
• Maintaining detailed records and contributing to reporting requirements
• Attending home visits for meetings and observations.
• Communicating across networks and working with other disciplines
• Provide in clinic counselling sessions and play therapy.

What we’re looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in psychology, social work, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in the provision of positive behaviour support to individuals with complex needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with the ability to develop and implement tailored behaviour support strategies
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and a desire to stay up-to-date with best practices in the field
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, with a flexible and adaptable approach
• Strong writing skills
• A valid driver’s licence

What we offer

• Full training provided
• Competitive remuneration and opportunities for career progression
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Travel will be required when necessary, car, phone and laptop provided.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Health and wellbeing initiatives to support work-life balance
• Employee assistance program and other wellbeing resources
• Ongoing supervision individual and in groups

About us

Behaviour Collaboration is a leading provider of positive behaviour support services in Queensland. Our mission is to empower individuals with complex needs to live their best lives, through the provision of evidence-based, person-centred support. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace culture, where our employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact in the lives of the people we serve.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Apply now to join our team of dedicated professionals.