Forensic Behaviour Support Specialist – Flexible Hours

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

Benefits offered by this job

Vehicle options

Laptop

Phone

Performance bonuses

Loyalty bonuses

Paid parental leave

Wellbeing days

Career coaching

Professional development budget

Job summary

Everyday Independence is seeking experienced Behaviour Support Practitioners to provide life-changing therapy to NDIS participants across homes, schools, playgrounds, workplaces and community centres. You will work within an interdisciplinary team, developing and implementing function-based Behaviour Support Plans, conducting FBAs and collaborating to maximise funding and outcomes.

A relevant degree and registrations, plus 12 months forensic experience, are required.

Qualifications

• Qualified with a relevant tertiary degree and eligible for professional registration (AHPRA/SPA/AASW/BSPA as applicable).
• Minimum 12 months experience as a Behaviour Support Practitioner (Forensic).
• Valid Australian driver’s license & working with children and NDIS clearances (NDIS Worker Screening Check, WWC).

Responsibilities

• Work across diverse settings: homes, schools, playgrounds, workplaces and community centres.
• Develop and implement Behaviour Support Plans with function-based strategies.
• Conduct Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA) and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Support participants to maximize NDIS funding and goals.
• Attend weekly team meetings and engage with a Therapy Mentor.
• Provide Life-changing therapy to NDIS participants with forensic or mental health needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor/Master/Graduate Diploma in relevant field

AHPRA registration (OT)

SPA registration (Speech Pathology)

AASW membership (Social Work)

BSc/Bachelor in Psychology or related field

Job description

Everyday Independence is seeking experienced Behaviour Support Practitioners to provide life-changing therapy to NDIS participants across homes, schools, playgrounds, workplaces and community centres. You will work within an interdisciplinary team, developing and implementing function-based Behaviour Support Plans, conducting FBAs and collaborating to maximise funding and outcomes.

A relevant degree and registrations, plus 12 months forensic experience, are required.