Behaviour Support Practitioner - Northern Brisbane

Everyday Independence; Narangba; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle options

Laptop

Phone

Bonus potential up to $10,000 per year

Professional development budget

Wellbeing days

Parental leave

Job summary

Everyday Independence seeks a dedicated Behaviour Support Practitioner to deliver life-changing therapy to NDIS participants across homes, schools, and community settings.

You will develop and implement Behaviour Support Plans, conduct FBAs, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address complex behaviours while maximizing funding and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience as a Behaviour Support Practitioner
• Relevant tertiary qualification and professional registration as outlined
• Positive and flexible approach to work
• Strong communication skills and teamwork
• Valid Australian drivers license and working with children check
• NDIS Workers Screening Check

Responsibilities

• Provide life-changing therapy to NDIS participants in diverse settings
• Develop and implement Behaviour Support Plans with function-based strategies
• Conduct Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to address challenges
• Attend weekly team meetings and contribute to the hub
• Support participants to maximize NDIS funding and goals

Education

Bachelor/Master/Graduate Diploma in relevant field

AHPRA registration (OT)

SPA registration (Speech Pathology)

AASW membership

BSPA membership (Psychology)

Job description

Job title

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Location

Narangba

Employment Type

Full time or Part time (4 days per week)

Salary

$77,200 - $110,143 per annum (inclusive of annual leave loading) + superannuation + vehicle options + mobile + laptop + options to boost salary up to $10,000

About Everyday Independence

With over 40 hubs across Australia, Everyday Independence is a dynamic allied health organisation committed to changing the game for people with disabilities. Working in the social model, our united team of talented change makers is on a mission to make inclusion possible for all Australians.

As one of the Australia’s largest therapy providers, Everyday Independence is growing with confidence and welcoming passionate, purpose driven practitioners who want to make a real impact. At Everyday Independence, you’ll find job stability, structured mentoring and supervision, continuous learning and professional development, career pathways and a values-driven culture.

About The Role

We are looking for experienced Behaviour Support Practitioners to provide life-changing therapy to NDIS participants. As a Behaviour Support Practitioner at Everyday Independence, no two days will be the same. If you were here last week, these are some of the things you may have done:

• Working in the social model means you’ll work in diverse settings; from homes and schools to playgrounds, workplaces, and community centres
• Utilizing assessment and intervention skills to support participants in achieving their goals and maximizing NDIS funding
• Building meaningful relationships with the participants and their supports (family, carers, friends)
• Developing and implementing Behaviour Support Plans with function-based strategies, utilising positive behaviour support framework
• Conducting Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA)
• Collaborating within interdisciplinary teams to address complex behavioural challenges
• Attend weekly team meetings in the Hub; sharing stories of impact, coffee and laughs
• You’ll tap into the knowledge and support of your Team Leader and dedicated Therapy Mentor

Who We Are Looking For

At Everyday Independence, our team thrives on shared values and a collaborative spirit. We're on the lookout for individuals who resonate with our values and can seamlessly integrate into our dynamic environment.

To Work As a Behaviour Support Practitioner, You Will Have a Relevant Tertiary Qualification (Bachelor, Masters Or Graduate Diploma) And Relevant Registration Such As The Below

• If you are an Occupational Therapist, you will have a degree in Occupational Therapy and AHPRA registration
• If you are a Speech Pathologist, you will have a degree in Speech Pathology and SPA registration
• If you are a Social Worker, you will have a degree in Social Work and AASW membership
• If you are a Mental Health Nurse, you'll have a degree in Nursing and AHPRA registration
• You have a degree in Psychology, Psychological/Social Science or related field and BSPA membership

You’ll also need:

• Be deemed as a Behaviour Support Practitioner by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission (evidence of letter required)
• Minimum 12 months experience as a Behaviour Support Practitioner
• A positive and flexible approach to work
• Strong communication skills and be a team player
• Commitment to personal and professional growth
• A valid Australian drivers license
• NDIS Workers Screening Check
• Working with Children Check

What We Offer

• Streamlined Behaviour Support Services: When you become a Behaviour Support Practitioner at Everyday Independence, every aspect of our PBS services has been designed to align to NDIS standards.
• Simple Reporting: We’ve taken the complexity out of reporting, with easy-to-use Behaviour Support Plan templates. This means you will spend less time on administrative work and more time with your participants.
• Continuous Learning: Guidance and support provided by industry-leading Behaviour Support clinicians to help you excel.
• Competitive Salary Package: Attractive remuneration, plus additional benefits such as vehicle options, laptop, phone, and performance and loyalty bonuses.
• Bonus Potential: Earn up to $3,000 annually for meeting role expectations and up to $10,000 annually by increasing your billable time to support more participants.
• Flexible Working Options: Enjoy calendar control and create a week that works for you.
• Opportunities for Growth: Growth opportunities are endless! Explore clinical mentoring/education or operational leadership career pathways.
• Supportive Environment: Dedicated operational, clinical and admin support so you can focus on what you do best. Work in a supportive, interdisciplinary environment, collaborating with experts in the field.
• Everyday Perks: We offer a range of additional perks including pet-friendly hubs, in-house career coaching, professional development budget, wellbeing days, paid parental leave, regular social events and access to confidential counselling services through our Employee Assistance Program

Join the Change Makers

At Everyday Independence, your expertise in positive behaviour support isn't just valued; it's crucial in driving positive change for individuals with disabilities.