Clinical Supervisor (Behaviour Support)

Capability Support Services; Brisbane; Remote; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Capability Support Services in Brisbane seeks a part-time Clinical Supervisor (Behaviour Support) to lead and mentor our behavioural support practitioners across Australia. The role focuses on clinical supervision, plan reviews and quality assurance while maintaining direct service delivery where appropriate.

You will support practitioners to elevate clinical skills, ensure documentation quality and apply evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support practices within an NDIS framework.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Behaviour Support services within the NDIS.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Current NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner registration.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision, coaching and mentoring to Behaviour Support Practitioners.
• Review Interim and Comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans and assessments.
• Review restrictive practice documentation, risk assessments and supporting records.
• Contribute to clinical audits, quality reviews and incident review processes.
• Plan and deliver CSS's monthly Lunch and Learn professional development sessions.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen workforce capability and share knowledge.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Behaviour Support

Mentoring

Coaching

Documentation

NDIS compliance

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Social Science/Psychology/Social Work

Job description

Capability Support Services – Brisbane QLD

Ready to take the Next Step in Your Behaviour Support Career?

Are you an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner with previous supervisory experience and a passion for clinical excellence, mentoring others and improving outcomes for people with disability?

Capability Support Services (CSS) is seeking an experienced and motivated Clinical Supervisor (Behaviour Support) to support the continued development of our clinical team and strengthen the quality of Positive Behaviour Support services delivered across Australia.

This is an opportunity to combine your clinical leadership experience with supervision, mentoring and quality assurance. Working collaboratively with our existing Clinical Supervisor team and the General Manager, you will contribute to practitioner development, clinical quality improvement and the ongoing development of CSS's Behaviour Support services.

Key Highlights

• Flexible, remote working arrangement
• Part-time position – 15 hours per week
• Clinical supervision and Behaviour Support Plan reviews
• Collaboration with an established team of Clinical Supervisors
• Further opportunity to maintain a participant caseload and provide direct services (optional).

About CSS

Capability Support Services (CSS) is a leading provider of multi-disciplinary Allied Health Services throughout QLD and VIC. Our mission is to empower individuals with complex needs to live their best lives by developing practical strategies and building their independence. With a team of highly skilled and dedicated professionals, we are committed to delivering personalised, evidence-based support that makes a real difference in the lives of our clients.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact and want to be part of a dynamic and innovative organisation, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

About the Role

This part-time, remote position offers the opportunity to combine clinical supervision, Behaviour Support Plan reviews and quality assurance with direct participant service delivery.

You will support Behaviour Support Practitioners to strengthen their clinical skills, produce high-quality documentation and apply contemporary, evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support practices.

You will also collaborate with the Clinical Supervisor team to deliver monthly Lunch and Learn sessions, share clinical knowledge and contribute to the continuous improvement of CSS's clinical resources, systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Supervision and Practitioner Development

• Provide clinical supervision, coaching and mentoring to Behaviour Support Practitioners.
• Support practitioners to build clinical confidence, capability and professional competence.
• Provide consultation and guidance on complex participant presentations and clinical matters.
• Promote reflective practice, evidence-based interventions and continuous professional development.

Behaviour Support Plan Reviews and Quality Assurance

• Review Interim and Comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans, Functional Behaviour Assessments and associated clinical reports.
• Review restrictive practice documentation, risk assessments and supporting clinical records.
• Provide constructive feedback to improve clinical reasoning, report quality and consistency.
• Support the effective use of CSS's client management systems and clinical innovations.
• Assist practitioners to meet relevant legislative, regulatory and NDIS requirements..

Clinical Governance and Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to clinical audits, quality reviews and incident review processes where required.
• Identify and escalation clinical risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Support the development and review of clinical policies, procedures, templates and practice frameworks.
• Promote accountability, professional integrity and high standards of clinical practice.

Training and Professional Development

• Collaborate with the Clinical Supervisor team to plan and deliver CSS's monthly Lunch and Learn professional development sessions.
• Develop clinical education resources, practice guides and practitioner toolkits.
• Contribute to supervision frameworks, online learning resources and internal professional development initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen workforce capability, share clinical knowledge and improve practice.

About You

You are an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner who combines strong clinical expertise with demonstrated supervisory experience and a genuine interest in developing others.

You are confident providing constructive feedback, supporting complex clinical decision-making and promoting high standards of practice. You also value remaining connected to direct service delivery and understand the importance of balancing clinical leadership with positive participant outcomes.

You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience delivering Behaviour Support services within the NDIS.
• Previous experience in a supervisory role, providing clinical supervision, mentoring or professional guidance to practitioners.
• Experience developing high-quality Behaviour Support Plans and conducting Functional Behaviour Assessments.
• Strong knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support principles and evidence-based practice.
• A sound understanding of NDIS compliance, restrictive practice requirements and clinical governance.
• Experience supporting complex participant presentations and managing clinical risk.
• Exceptional written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational, coaching and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities in a remote environment.
• A professional, approachable and solutions-focused attitude.

Essential Requirements

• A degree in Social Science, Psychology, Social Work or a related field.
• Current NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner registration and recognition under the NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner Capability Framework.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
• Current Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain one.
• Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module.
• Demonstrated experience delivering behaviour support services within the NDIS environment.

Why Join CSS?

At Capability Support Services, we value collaboration, initiative, professional growth and a commitment to person-centred care.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to clinical excellence while remaining actively involved in participant service delivery.

You will work alongside fellow Clinical Supervisors, share knowledge and experience, support practitioner development and help shape the clinical resources and professional development opportunities that underpin our services.

With a flexible, remote working arrangement and a 15-hour working week, this position may suit an experienced practitioner seeking to combine experience as a Behaviour Support Practitioner and Clinical Leadership.

What We Offer:

• Competitive remuneration and benefits
• Flexible work arrangements to support your lifestyle and work-life balance
• Work-from-home autonomy with community-based engagement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• Regular team collaboration days to connect, share knowledge and strengthen practice
• Ongoing professional development and learning opportunities
• Access to purpose-built AI dashboards developed by CSS to support Behaviour Support practice
• Clinical leadership, guidance and mentoring from Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioners

Ready to Join CSS?

If you are an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner with supervisory experience and are passionate about developing practitioners while continuing to deliver quality participant services, we would love to hear from you.