Behaviour Support Practitioner - Peninsula

Everyday Independence; Mornington; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle options

Laptop

Phone

Salary bonus up to 10000AUD

Job summary

Everyday Independence in Mornington is seeking an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner to provide life-changing therapy to NDIS participants across diverse settings. You will work under supervision with a team, develop Behaviour Support Plans, conduct FBA, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to address complex challenges.

The role requires relevant registration and a minimum of 12 months' experience; we offer flexible working and professional development with a competitive salary

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification and relevant registration in a related field.
• Registration such as AHPRA (OT), SPA (Speech Pathology), AASW (Social Work) or BSPA membership.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check required.
• Minimum 12 months experience as a Behaviour Support Practitioner.
• Valid Australian drivers license.

Responsibilities

• Provide life-changing therapy to NDIS participants across diverse settings.
• Develop and implement Behaviour Support Plans with function-based strategies.
• Conduct Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA).
• Collaborate within interdisciplinary teams to address behavioural challenges.
• Attend weekly team meetings and engage in supervision.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team player

Flexible approach

Education

Bachelor/Master/Graduate Diploma in relevant field

AHPRA registration (OT)

SPA registration

Job description

Behaviour Support Practitioner - Peninsula

Job title – Behaviour Support Practitioner
Location –Mornington
Employment Type – Full time, Part time (4 days per week) or 9-day fortnight
Salary –$80,104.00 - $93,120.80 per annum (inclusive of annual leave loading)

• superannuation
• vehicle options
• mobile
• laptop
• options to boost salary up to $10,000

Supervision and Support – from supervisors, team leaders and peers
Professional Development – PD leave and allowance
Formal learning opportunities available through registered training organisations and universities

About Everyday Independence

With over 40 hubs across Australia, Everyday Independence is 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 inPsychology, Psychological/Social Science or related field and BSPA membership

You will 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

• Continuous Learning: Guidance and support provided by industry-leading Behaviour Support clinicians to help you excel
• Reducing non-billable admin tasks: Utilising an AI-powered health scribe as part of our commitment to improve service delivery
• Competitive Salary Package: Attractive remuneration (based on experience), plus additional benefits such as vehicle options, laptop, phone, and performance and loyalty bonuses
• Bonus Potential: Earn up to $4,000 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 supervision 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 leave and budget, 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.

Additional information

• Attractive base salary
  • super
  • PD
  • phone/laptop
  • vehicle options
  • bonus
• Unrivalled clinical education, support and supervision
• Focus your time delivering intervention with streamlined services and reporting