On-Site Trauma-Informed Behaviour Support Practitioner (Canberra)

Circles of Support Plus; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Circles of Support Plus in Canberra seeks a Behaviour Support Practitioner for an on-site contract role. The practitioner will conduct functional behaviour assessments, observe participants and develop tailored Positive Behaviour Support plans aligned with NDIS requirements.

Collaborating with participants, families and support teams, you will deliver training to support workers, maintain accurate records, and update plans as needs or risk profiles change.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification and eligibility to work as a Behaviour Support Practitioner under NDIS Commission requirements.
• Experience in Positive Behaviour Support and development/review of behaviour support plans.
• Trauma-informed practice and risk assessment commitment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills to coach families, support workers and other professionals.
• Ability to work autonomously on-site and manage a caseload.
• Sound knowledge of the NDIS framework and relevant legislation.
• Current driver’s license and ability to travel within the Greater Canberra Area; required clearances (e.g. WWVP / WWCC, National Police Check).
• Experience with diverse communities and a demonstrated commitment to inclusion and cultural safety.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional behaviour assessments, observe participants in their environments.
• Develop tailored Positive Behaviour Support plans aligned with NDIS requirements.
• Collaborate with participants, families and support teams; deliver training and coaching to support workers and carers.
• Maintain accurate clinical records, prepare reports, and update plans in response to changes in participant needs or risk profiles.
• Participate in case discussions and contribute to continuous service improvement; adhere to trauma-informed and safeguarding practices.

Skills

Functional behaviour assessment

Behaviour support plans

Trauma-informed practice

Stakeholder engagement

Autonomous on-site work

Caseload management

NDIS knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualification in psychology/social work/OT/education

Job description

Circles of Support Plus in Canberra seeks a Behaviour Support Practitioner for an on-site contract role. The practitioner will conduct functional behaviour assessments, observe participants and develop tailored Positive Behaviour Support plans aligned with NDIS requirements.

Collaborating with participants, families and support teams, you will deliver training to support workers, maintain accurate records, and update plans as needs or risk profiles change.