Behaviour Support Practitioner — Flexible Hours + Parental Leave

Curamoir Healthcare Recruitment; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 135,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Clinical supervision

Parental leave 15 weeks

High-growth practice

Flexible hours

Inclusive culture

Newcastle/Central Coast roles

Job summary

Curamoir Healthcare Recruitment in Newcastle NSW is seeking a Behaviour Support Practitioner to develop and implement tailored behaviour support plans for children, adolescents, and young adults with disabilities and complex needs. You will assess, plan, and intervene to promote positive outcomes and quality of life within a respected local practice.

In this role you will educate families, guide staff, and work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure compliant, person-centred support.

Qualifications

• Current registration as a Core, Proficient or Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner.
• Proven experience delivering behaviour support plans, ideally with children and young people; preferably 2 years.
• Strong understanding of NDIS behaviour support guidelines.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently when required.
• Commitment to cultural sensitivity, inclusion, and person-centred practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify the underlying causes of behaviours of concern.
• Design and deliver behaviour support plans in line with NDIS requirements.
• Implement positive behaviour support strategies through direct intervention.
• Educate and guide families, caregivers, and staff to foster effective support environments.
• Track progress and make informed adjustments using data and observation.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary professionals to support holistic care.
• Respond to crises using evidence-based de-escalation techniques.
• Maintain detailed documentation to ensure compliance and quality standards.
• Stay current with best practices and emerging trends in behaviour support.
• Advocate for individuals’ rights and meaningful participation in the community.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Behaviour Support Practitioner registration

Job description

Curamoir Healthcare Recruitment in Newcastle NSW is seeking a Behaviour Support Practitioner to develop and implement tailored behaviour support plans for children, adolescents, and young adults with disabilities and complex needs. You will assess, plan, and intervene to promote positive outcomes and quality of life within a respected local practice.

In this role you will educate families, guide staff, and work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure compliant, person-centred support.