Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner - Core

Melba Support Services; Morwell; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging for not-for-profit

Professional development & supervision

Flexible working arrangements

Collaborative clinical team

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Melba Support Services in Victoria seeks a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to work with people with disability and their families, delivering person-led, evidence-based supports guided by human rights and trauma-informed practice. You will manage a PBS caseload, develop and review plans, train staff, monitor outcomes, and collaborate with teams to uphold dignity and choice across services.

This role includes ongoing supervision, professional development, and opportunities to advance

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Education or related discipline.
• Current registration as an NDIS Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner at Core level or eligibility.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check.
• Australian Driver Licence and willingness to travel as required.
• Experience with disability and person-led approaches.

Responsibilities

• Manage a PBS caseload within a clinical framework.
• Complete assessments to identify factors contributing to behaviours of concern.
• Develop and review Positive Behaviour Support Plans aligned with evidence-based practice.
• Support the implementation of behaviour support strategies upholding human rights.
• Work with people supported, families, advocates and service delivery teams to achieve positive outcomes.
• Deliver training, coaching and practical support to staff implementing behaviour support strategies.
• Monitor the effectiveness of behaviour support plans and contribute to reviews.
• Collect, analyse and interpret data to evaluate outcomes and progress.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records and documentation.
• Participate in reflective practice, supervision and professional development.

Skills

Positive Behaviour Support

Trauma-informed practice

Communication skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Assessment & planning

Microsoft Office

Education

Tertiary qualification in Psychology / Social Work / OT / Education / Behavioural Science

Job description

Working at Melba Support Services (Melba)

• We support people with disability to live the life they want.
• We have a zero-tolerance approach to violence, abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
• Every member of the Melba community is committed to The Melba Way Charter, our vision, purpose, and values.
• Melba aims to create welcoming and respectful workplaces that promote inclusive and collaborative working relationships.

For over 50 years, Melba has stood beside Victorians with disability, championing choice, dignity, and dreams. As a proud NDIS provider, we offer personalised support, from independent living to community connection. Every service is built around what matters most. You!

We open up a world of opportunities for people to live life their way - proudly, joyously, creatively, adventurously

Why Join Us?

At Melba, people lead all decisions about their support. We are proud to do things a little differently; we call it The Melba Way. We ask questions and listen, tailoring all supports to what you need and want, and we tailor all supports to each person. It's how we bring our values to life every day. It's about putting people first, creating personalised support every minute, every hour, every day. If this resonates with you, come join us!

About the Role

As a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, you'll work alongside people with disability, their families, support networks and service teams to deliver person-led, evidence-based positive behaviour support services. Guided by Melba's human rights and trauma-informed practice framework, you'll help develop strategies that improve quality of life, build skills and reduce the need for restrictive practices over time. Working within a supportive clinical environment, you'll manage a caseload, contribute to assessments and behaviour support planning, and receive ongoing supervision and professional development to build your practice and expertise.

What We Offer

• When you join Melba, you become part of an organisation committed to human rights, inclusion and creating better outcomes for people with disability.
• As a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, we offer:
• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay
• Ongoing learning, supervision and professional development opportunities
• Structured support to build capability within the NDIS PBS Capability Framework
• Access to experienced practitioners and a collaborative clinical team
• Career development pathways across Melba's specialist practice areas
• Flexible working arrangements where operationally appropriate
• Employee wellbeing initiatives and support programs
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of people with disability

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you'll work collaboratively with people we support and their teams to deliver positive behaviour support services that promote safety, dignity and quality of life.

You will:

• Manage a Positive Behaviour Support caseload within a supportive clinical framework
• Complete assessments to identify factors contributing to behaviours of concern
• Develop and review Positive Behaviour Support Plans aligned with contemporary evidence-based practice
• Support the implementation of behaviour support strategies that uphold human rights and improve quality of life
• Work with people supported, families, advocates and service delivery teams to achieve positive outcomes
• Deliver training, coaching and practical support to staff implementing behaviour support strategies
• Monitor the effectiveness of behaviour support plans and contribute to ongoing plan review and improvement
• Collect, analyse and interpret data to evaluate outcomes and progress
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation and clinical records
• Participate in reflective practice, supervision and professional development activities
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to provide coordinated support
• Contribute to a culture of continuous learning and improvement

What Makes a Great Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner?

We're looking for someone who is passionate about human rights, values person-led practice and enjoys working collaboratively with people, families and support teams. You'll be a strong communicator who can build positive relationships and apply evidence-based approaches to achieve meaningful outcomes.

You will bring:

• Knowledge of contemporary Positive Behaviour Support and trauma-informed practice
• Experience working with people with disability, mental health, community services, education, health or related sectors
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to build positive and collaborative stakeholder relationships
• Experience supporting behaviour support strategies, capacity building or person-led approaches
• Sound understanding of the Disability Act 2006 (Vic) and NDIS Quality and Safeguards Framework (desirable)
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• The ability to analyse information and contribute to practical solutions and outcomes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
• A commitment to continuous learning, reflective practice and professional development
• A collaborative, resilient and person-led approach to work

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Education, Behavioural Science or a related discipline
• Registration as an NDIS Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner at the Core level, or the ability to meet the requirements for registration at the Core level under the NDIS PBS Capability Framework.
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check or willingness to obtain
• Current Working with Children Check or willingness to obtain
• A current Australian Driver Licence and willingness to undertake regular travel as required
• Successful completion of pre-employment screening, mandatory training and ongoing compliance requirements

Inclusion at Melba

Melba Support Services recognises the contribution that a diverse workforce makes to continuous improvement and service delivery and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Melba Support Services values diversity and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. People with disabilities and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are also encouraged to apply. Melba Support Services is committed to making reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and day-to-day work. As a provider of supports and services to children, Melba is committed to ensuring that every child feels safe and respected. All Melba staff and volunteers have a responsibility to make sure that children's wellbeing and safety comes first, that they are supported to achieve their potential, respected, and protected from abuse and neglect.