Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner

Northcott; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible location

Salary packaging

5 weeks annual leave

Maternity leave

Personal development leave + $1,000

Wellness perks

Clinical team support

Cross-state clinical services

Job summary

Northcott is seeking an Advanced Practitioner – Behaviour Support to deliver specialist, person-centred Positive Behaviour Support for customers with complex needs. You will develop Interim and Comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans in partnership with customers, families and staff, aligning with NDIS Commission requirements to promote independence and quality of life.

Based in Campbelltown or North Parramatta, you’ll supervise practitioners, lead training, support recruitment and participate in

Qualifications

• Advanced PBS knowledge and experience applying the PBS Capability Framework in complex practice.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated practice leadership, supervision and mentoring experience.
• Experience in disability/community sector using person-centred, evidence-based PBS approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist, person-centred Positive Behaviour Support for customers with complex needs.
• Develop Interim and Comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans meeting NDIS Commission requirements.
• Contribute to housing and functional assessments and deliver training.
• Supervise practitioners and participate in peer supervision; support recruitment and induction.
• Promote rights of people with disability and work with multi-disciplinary teams across states.

Skills

Advanced PBS knowledge

Critical thinking

Decision-making

Practice leadership

Supervision & mentoring

Communication

Relationship-building

Organisation & time management

Caseload management

Documentation

Target-driven

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification + PBS Core Standard (FACS) or CHCDIS006

Job description

Join our team in Campbelltown or North Parramatta – choose the location that works best for you.

About the role

As an Advanced Practitioner – Behaviour Support at Northcott, you will provide specialist, person-centred and evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support for customers with complex needs. Working collaboratively with customers, families, staff and stakeholders to develop Interim and Comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans that meet NDIS Commission requirements and promote independence, skills and quality of life.

Contribute to housing and functional assessments, deliver training, support interdisciplinary practice and provide practice leadership. The role includes supervising practitioners, participating in peer supervision, promoting the rights of people with disability, and supporting recruitment and induction.

• Flexible Work Location: Work at our Campbelltown or North Parramatta office.
• Maximise Your Salary: Benefit fromNon-For-Profit Salary Packaging: $15,900 + $2,650 entertainment.
• Work-Life Balance: Take 5 weeks of annual leave to relax, refresh, and focus on what matters most.
• Generous Parental Leave: After 12 months of service, enjoy 14 weeks of paid maternity leave to support you and your growing family.
• Learning Support: Enjoy 10 days of personal development leave, plus a $1,000 allowance to help you expand your skills and knowledge.
• Wellness Perks: Fitness Passport, reduced health & general insurance, and discounts via Perkbox.
• Supportive Culture: Work in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative environment with peer supervision and access to clinical teams across multiple states.
• Comprehensive Support: Access to a broader clinical services team across NSW, QLD & ACT, with regular peer supervision.
• Accessibility & Wellbeing: Inclusive workplace with support for employees with disability, including tailored adjustments, flexible work options, a psychologically safe environment and various staff networks.

What you’ll bring:

• Relevant tertiary qualification and completion or current enrolment in the Positive Approach to Behaviour Support Core Standard (FACS), including appraisal process, or CHCDIS006.
• Advanced PBS knowledge and experience applying the PBS Capability Framework in complex practice.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated practice leadership, supervision and mentoring experience.
• Experience in the disability and/or community sector using a person-centred, evidence-based PBS approach.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse paediatric and adult caseload while meeting service and performance targets.
• Commitment to maintaining accurate records, completing documentation and rostered tasks within required timeframes.
• Ability to achieve a 55% average billable target and 80% minimum service agreement consumption.
• Ability to complete individual plan strategies within one month, with 100% compliance.

We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission and to see whether our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story .

At Northcott, we believe everyone deserves the chance to live life their way. As a not-for-profit disability service provider, we support people with disability to explore new possibilities, reach their goals, and shape their own futures. Joining Northcott means becoming part of a passionate, purpose-driven team that grows together and celebrates every success — big or small.

Northcott will review candidates throughout the recruitment process, likely before the close date, and you will be advised of an outcome. For general enquiries about the role you are applying for, please email [e-mail] .

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTQIA+ identity, neurodivergence, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. We welcome bilingual and multilingual applicants, recognising the important role language and cultural understanding play in connecting with and supporting our diverse communities. If you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, have a preferred contact method, or need information provided in an alternative format, please contact recruitment at [e-mail] are here to support you — reasonable adjustments are available throughout the application process and are also available to employees in their roles beyond recruitment.