Behaviour Support Practitioner

Avina; Goulburn; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Avina is seeking an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner at Core level or above to join our Goulburn team. You will deliver evidence-informed, person-centred support across a varied caseload in clinic and community settings.

You’ll conduct functional behaviour assessments, develop comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans, and work with participants, families and stakeholders to implement meaningful strategies.

Qualifications

• Current NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner suitability at Core level or above.
• Experience delivering Positive Behaviour Support within the NDIS or a related setting.
• Driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle for community-based work.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain.
• Full working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-informed, person-centred Behaviour Support across a varied caseload.
• Conduct functional behaviour assessments and develop Behaviour Support Plans.
• Support participants, families, carers and other stakeholders to implement meaningful strategies.
• Work across a mix of Goulburn clinic and community settings.
• Build strong relationships with local participants and support networks.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues across allied health disciplines.
• Manage your own schedule with flexibility and autonomy.
• Participate in supervision, peer collaboration and ongoing professional development.
• Contribute your experience and clinical knowledge within a collaborative Behaviour Support team.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Autonomy

Job description

Goulburn | Core Practitioner & Above

At Avina, we’re a national allied health and behaviour support organisation supporting communities across Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and South Australia.

With a team of 400+ clinicians, we’re passionate about delivering meaningful, person-centred services that support people to build independence, confidence and quality of life.

We work across the lifespan delivering Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Dietetics and Positive Behaviour Support through community, clinic and telehealth settings.

Our Values Guide How We Work Every Day

Progressive | Curious | Respectful | Collaborative | Informed | Purposeful

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner – Core level or above to join our team in Goulburn.

This Opportunity Is Suited To

• Core and Proficient Behaviour Support Practitioners
• Advanced and Specialist Practitioners
• Experienced BSPs looking for greater flexibility and autonomy while remaining connected to a clinical team
• Practitioners who enjoy a mix of clinic and community-based work

Please note: this position is not currently available for entry-level/IBIS practitioners.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Deliver evidence-informed, person-centred Behaviour Support across a varied caseload
• Conduct functional behaviour assessments and develop Behaviour Support Plans
• Support participants, families, carers and other stakeholders to implement meaningful strategies
• Work across a mix of our Goulburn clinic and community settings
• Build strong relationships with local participants and support networks
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues across Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychology, Physiotherapy and other allied health disciplines
• Manage your own schedule with flexibility and autonomy
• Participate in supervision, peer collaboration and ongoing professional development
• Contribute your experience and clinical knowledge within a collaborative Behaviour Support team

What We Offer

• A Goulburn-based role with a mix of clinic and community work
• Flexibility and autonomy to structure your working day
• Structured clinical supervision and support across practitioner levels
• Access to experienced Behaviour Support and multidisciplinary clinicians
• Peer collaboration and opportunities to share clinical knowledge
• Professional development and ongoing career progression opportunities
• Opportunities to continue developing your clinical expertise and interests
• The resources and opportunities of a national organisation with local team connection
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative, values-driven culture
• Access to systems, tools and clinical resources that support quality practice

What You’ll Bring

• Current NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner suitability at Core level or above
• Experience delivering Positive Behaviour Support within the NDIS or a related setting
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Confidence completing functional behaviour assessments and Behaviour Support Plans
• A person-centred and evidence-informed approach
• Ability to work autonomously while collaborating with a broader clinical team
• Driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle for community-based work
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working With Children Check, or willingness to obtain
• Full working rights in Australia

At Avina, flexibility doesn’t mean working alone. You’ll have the autonomy to manage your work while staying connected to experienced clinicians, multidisciplinary colleagues and a team that values collaboration, development and meaningful participant outcomes.

If you’re an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner looking for a role where you can combine clinic-based connection with meaningful work in the Goulburn community, we’d love to hear from you.