Behaviour Support Practitioner

Healthcare Professionals Group; Newcastle; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Laptop and phone/data allowance

Travel reimbursement $1.01/km

Private health insurance discounts

Novated leasing options

Employee Assistance Program

Team activities

Job summary

Healthcare Professionals Group in Newcastle NSW is seeking a Behaviour Support Practitioner to support adolescents and adults living with disability and complex behavioural needs. You will deliver evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support services within a well‑established multidisciplinary team across the Central Coast and Lake Macquarie regions, empowering individuals and strengthening support networks.

You will conduct assessments, develop PBSPs, and implement trauma-informed strategies to

Qualifications

• NDIS Proficient/Advanced recognition as a Behaviour Support Practitioner.
• Qualification as an Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist or Psychologist.
• Experience conducting functional behaviour assessments and developing Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication and report-writing skills.
• Current driver’s license and own vehicle.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain these.
• Availability to work a minimum of three days per week.
• Previous experience providing clinical supervision welcome.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behaviour assessments and develop PBSPs.
• Support participants with complex behaviours, mental health conditions and psychosocial disabilities.
• Develop practical, trauma-informed strategies promoting independence, emotional regulation and community participation.
• Monitor behavioural outcomes and adapt interventions for progress.
• Collaborate with families, carers, support coordinators and allied health professionals.
• Provide guidance to support teams to ensure consistent implementation of behaviour support strategies.
• Promote alternatives to restrictive practices in line with NDIS requirements.

Skills

Behavioural practitioner

Clinical reasoning

Communication

Report writing

Driver's license

NDIS checks

Availability 3 days

Clinical supervision

Education

Occupational Therapist

Speech Pathologist

Psychologist

Job description

Healthcare Professionals Group - Newcastle NSW

Benefits

• Full-Time, Part-Time - Minimum 3 Days Per Week
• Enjoy genuine flexibility, a supportive multidisciplinary team and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
• 482 visa on offer for suitable candidates

About the company

• HPG is partnering with an established allied health provider with over 20 years of experience delivering community-based services across disability, mental health and aged care.
• This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, experienced team where your clinical expertise is valued, your development is supported andyou have the flexibility to structure your working week around your lifestyle.

About the opportunity

• As a Behaviour Support Practitioner, you'll support adolescents and adults living with disability, complex behavioural needs and psychosocial challenges across the Central Coast and Lake Macquarie regions.
• Working within a well-established multidisciplinary team, you'll deliver evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support services that empower individuals, strengthen their support networks and improve everyday quality of life.

Duties

• Conducting functional behaviour assessments and developing individualised Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
• Supporting participants with complex behaviours, mental health conditions and psychosocial disabilities.
• Developing practical, trauma-informed strategies that promote independence, emotional regulation and community participation.
• Monitoring behavioural outcomes and adapting interventions to achieve meaningful progress.
• Working collaboratively with families, carers, support coordinators and allied health professionals.
• Providing guidance and education to support teams to ensure consistent implementation of behaviour support strategies.
• Promoting positive alternatives to restrictive practices in line with NDIS requirements.

Skills and Experience

• Recognition at Proficient or Advanced level as a Behaviour Support Practitioner under the NDIS Commission's framework.
• Qualification as an Occupational Therapist, Speech Pathologist or Psychologist
• Experience conducting functional behaviour assessments and developing Positive Behaviour Support Plans.
• Strong clinical reasoning, communication and report-writing skills.
• A current driver's licence and access to your own vehicle.
• A current NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain these.
• Availability to work a minimum of three days per week.
• Previous experience providing clinical supervision will be highly regarded.

Additional benefits include

• Hybrid working arrangements, including home, office and telehealth options.
• Laptop and phone/data allowance provided.
• Travel reimbursement of $1.01/km, plus eligible tolls and parking.
• Discounted private health insurance and everyday retail savings.
• Novated leasing options and Employee Assistance Program.
• Regular team activities and social events.
• Opportunities to develop specialist clinical interests and progress into supervision or leadership.