Behaviour Support Practitioner: Flexible, Impactful Roles

MedHealth; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Referral bonuses

Extra leave purchase

Corporate discounts

Flexible hours

Work from home options

PD allowance

Job summary

MedHealth in Inner South Canberra is seeking a Behaviour Support Practitioner to lead assessment, development and delivery of evidence-based support plans for NDIS participants. The role emphasizes person-centred planning, collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, and a commitment to positive behaviour support with reduced restrictive practices.

The position offers flexible hours, strong supervision, and pathways for professional development within MedHealth and Ability Action Australia,

Qualifications

• Evidence of suitability at Core, Proficient, or Advanced level with the NDIS Quality & Safeguarding Commission.
• Experience in report writing, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach, with a drive to improve outcomes and test new ideas.
• A genuine passion for working in the disability sector.

Responsibilities

• Supporting NDIS participants, along with their families and carers, to identify their needs through assessment and person-centred planning.
• Owning the assessment, development and delivery of evidence-based support plans within a complex support environment.
• Driving meaningful goals and measurable outcomes, using a positive behaviour support framework and a commitment to eliminating restrictive practices.
• Ensuring plans reflect each participant’s goals, strengths and what matters most to them.
• Building the capability, confidence and understanding of those supporting participants in their day-to-day lives.
• Working collaboratively within a cohesive multidisciplinary team environment.

Skills

NDIS suitability

Report writing

Organisational skills

Proactive mindset

Job description

MedHealth in Inner South Canberra is seeking a Behaviour Support Practitioner to lead assessment, development and delivery of evidence-based support plans for NDIS participants. The role emphasizes person-centred planning, collaboration within a multidisciplinary team, and a commitment to positive behaviour support with reduced restrictive practices.

The position offers flexible hours, strong supervision, and pathways for professional development within MedHealth and Ability Action Australia,