Disability Support Specialist — Complex Behaviour & PBS

Focused Health Care; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Ongoing training

Supervision

Job summary

Focused Health Care in North Brisbane is seeking compassionate Disability Support Workers to assist clients with complex needs and engage in Positive Behaviour Support planning. You will implement Behaviour Support Plans, support daily activities, and collaborate with families and health professionals to ensure safe, person-centred care.

The role emphasises dignity, rights, and outcomes, with comprehensive onboarding, supervision, and an Employee Assistance Program to support staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Qualified in Disability, Mental Health, or Community Services, or currently studying.
• Minimum 1 year experience supporting people with disability.
• Ability to complete non-active sleepover shifts.
• Current Australian driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and compliant with Queensland directions.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and National Police Check.
• Working with Children Blue Card.
• First Aid and CPR certificates.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support per individual plans and BSPs.
• Implement PBS strategies to improve participant outcomes and quality of life.
• Work within restrictive practice frameworks and document accordingly.
• Monitor and report on restrictive practices and incident progress.
• Support participants with complex behaviours using least restrictive approaches.
• Respond to behavioural incidents while upholding dignity and rights.
• Assist with personal care, daily living, community access, and skill development.
• Collaborate with Behaviour Support Practitioners, families and other stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate case notes and shift documentation.
• Promote participant choice, independence, inclusion.

Skills

Disability support

Positive Behaviour Support

De-escalation

Communication

Observation

Education

Relevant qualification in Disability/Community Services

Job description

Focused Health Care in North Brisbane is seeking compassionate Disability Support Workers to assist clients with complex needs and engage in Positive Behaviour Support planning. You will implement Behaviour Support Plans, support daily activities, and collaborate with families and health professionals to ensure safe, person-centred care.

The role emphasises dignity, rights, and outcomes, with comprehensive onboarding, supervision, and an Employee Assistance Program to support staff wellbeing.