Behaviour Support Practitioner

Centacare Brisbane; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 79,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging up to $18,550 tax‑fee

Flexible hybrid model with WFH

Employee Assistance Program

Training & Development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Centacare Brisbane is seeking an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our team in a full-time hybrid role based in Brisbane. The position includes travel across Metro North, Caboolture and Redlands, with a flexible work-from-home arrangement.

You will conduct intake assessments, develop PBSPs, advise on strategies for challenging behaviours, and maintain timely documentation while contributing to a values-driven, supportive nonprofit environment that supports professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioural Sciences, Education or other relevant qualification.
• Registration as a Core or Proficient Level Behaviour Support Practitioner.
• At least 3 years of experience in a Behaviour Support role, with experience working with children highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of applied behaviour analysis and trauma-informed practices.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Driver’s License, Blue Card, NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, a police check, and proof of right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake and comprehensive functional assessments with stakeholders.
• Develop PBSPs in accordance with legislative requirements.
• Develop and communicate emergency and contingency plans and strategies.
• Provide expert advice on managing challenging behaviours to improve quality of life.
• Maintain accurate documentation and report progress to management.

Skills

Applied behaviour analysis

Trauma-informed practices

Report writing

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or Psychology or Behavioural Sciences

Job description

About the role:

Due to significant growth and high demand for our services, Centacare is seeking an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our team.

Job Title: Behaviour Support Practitioner

Location:

Woolloongabba Office (Hybrid - WFH available) + Travel across Metro North, Caboolture & Redlands.

Employment Type:

Full-time (37.5 hours/week)

Salary:

$88,000 + Superannuation + Not for Profit Salary Packaging

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct intake and comprehensive functional assessments, including direct observation and consultation with key stakeholders (families, support workers, informal decision-makers).
• Develop Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSPs) in accordance with legislative requirements for clients.
• Develop and communicate emergency and contingency plans, positive behaviour support strategies to relevant stakeholders, to ensure appropriate support for PBSP implementation.
• Provide expert, timely advice on managing challenging behaviours and recommending strategies that enhance the client’s overall quality of life.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all client outputs and assessments, promptly reporting progress or unmet targets to the Allied Health and PBS Manager.

What we offer:

• Salary Packaging Benefits: Package up to $18,550 of your annual salary tax-free, increasing your take-home pay.
• Flexible hybrid model with WFH available.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access free and confidential counselling.
• Training & Development: Excellent opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Work within a supportive, collaborative and values-driven team.

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum bachelor's degree in Social work, Psychology, Behavioural Sciences, Education or other relevant qualification.
• Must hold existing registration as a Core or Proficient Level Behaviour Support Practitioner.
• At least 3 years of demonstrated experience in a Behaviour Support role, with specific experience working with children highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of applied behaviour analysis and trauma-informed practices.
• Proven ability to exercise sound, evidence-based judgment, analyse client records, and write comprehensive reports and PBSPs.
• Requirements: Ability to obtain and maintain a current Driver’s License, Blue Card, NDIS Worker Screening Clearance, an Australian Federal Police criminal history check, and evidence of the right to work in Australia.

Centacare is a non-profit community organisation that supports the strengthening of family and community relationships, particularly where there is vulnerability and disadvantage. Our services are available to the entire community regardless of religion, circumstance, ethnicity, economic situation, age, gender or ability. We strive to deliver professional and accountable services whilst empowering our clients to find solutions and achieve their goals.

The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people (0 - 18
years) and/or vulnerable adults. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or vulnerable adults.