Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | South-East Sydney

National 360; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

PD allowance

National 360 days

Purchased leave

Wellbeing program

EAP support

Novated leasing

Pet-friendly offices

Team events

Job summary

National 360 is seeking an experienced Core or above Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our team in South East Sydney. The role focuses on enhancing quality of life for NDIS participants through tailored, evidence-based PBS and collaborative practice.

You will conduct FBAs, design person-centred support plans, and build capacity among carers while ensuring compliance with NDIS guidelines. A strong PBS background and current checks are essential.

Qualifications

• Endorsed at Core or above PBS level and include Letter of Suitability from the NDIS Commission.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Full Australian working rights and access to a vehicle with a current driver's licence.
• NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check.
• Experience in community, private, or acute settings with PBS knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Relationship building with participants, families, and stakeholders.
• Reviewing and actively reducing restrictive practices in line with NDIS guidelines.
• Conducting Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBAs) to identify needs.
• Designing and implementing person-centred Behaviour Support Plans.
• Providing education and training to carers and support teams to build capacity.
• Collecting and analysing data to monitor progress and inform support strategies.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Data analysis

Communication

NDIS knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology / Social Work / Occupational Therapy / Speech Pathology / Counselling / Social Sciences

Job description

National 360 is seeking an experienced Core or above Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our supportive and collaborative team. Enjoy clinical autonomy, ongoing professional support, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of participants across South East Sydney.

About The Role

This role focuses on enhancing the quality of life for NDIS participants and their support networks through tailored, evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support. We are currently seeking a dedicated practitioner to join our team. Offering a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact within our established service environment.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Relationship Building: Providing and developing strong, collaborative relationships with participants, families, and stakeholders.
• Compliance & Practice: Ensuring compliance with NDIS guidelines by reviewing and actively reducing restrictive practices.
• Assessment: Conducting comprehensive Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBAs) to identify underlying needs.
• Support Design: Designing and implementing person-centred Behaviour Support Plans that promote positive change.
• Capacity Building: Providing education and training to carers and support teams to build capacity and confidence.
• Data Analysis: Collecting and analysing data regularly to monitor progress and inform ongoing support strategies.

About You

To ensure the best outcomes for our participants, we are specifically seeking applicants who are currently endorsed and actively working at a Core or above level under the PBS Capability Framework. Please ensure you include your Letter of Suitability from the NDIS Commission as part of your application.

• You hold a relevant Bachelor's degree (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Counselling, Social, Disability, Teaching, or Social Sciences).
• You have full Australian working rights.
• You have prior experience in community, private, or acute settings.
• You demonstrate sound NDIS clinical knowledge, with demonstrated experience in completing formal assessments and developing robust Behaviour Support Plans in a PBS role.
• You have access to your own vehicle and hold a current driver's licence.
• You have an NDIS Worker Screening Check and a Working with Children Check.

ABOUT US

Founded in 2006 by Heidi Long, National 360 has grown into one of Australia's leading providers of community-based allied health services. With 21 offices across six states, we're known for our strong local connections and commitment to quality care. As an NDIS-registered provider, our team delivers services in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology, Behaviour Support, and Early Childhood Intervention.

360 Benefits

As part of our team, you'll have access to our 360 YOU and 360 Champions programs, which include:

• Generous Paid Parental Leave.
• $1500 to spend on professional development annually.
• 3 x National 360 Days/year to use on external PD or simply resting & recharging.
• Up to 5 weeks of annual leave each year via our Purchased Leave Scheme.
• Comprehensive Clinical and Operational Development Programs, with structured career pathways.
• 24/7 access to mental health and medical support for you and your family via our EAP service, Sonder.
• Fitness Passport and regular wellness initiatives led by our Wellbeing Committee.
• Discounted private health insurance premiums and full excess coverage for planned or emergency hospital stays.
• A laptop & mobile phone.
• Regular peer supervision & specialist mentoring.
• Novated leasing.
• Pet-friendly offices.
• Team-building events and funds for team celebrations.

For further detail about our industry-leading benefits & reward programs, visit https://national360.com.au/careers/benefits-and-rewards/

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

National 360 is committed to responding to all candidates who apply, regardless of the outcome. We strive to ensure that every candidate is treated with fairness and receives clear, timely communication throughout the recruitment process.

We welcome all people to join our team, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, living with disability, all gender identities, LGBTQIA+, people of any socioeconomic status, of any age, race, national origin or ethnicity. We believe each person's uniqueness makes us even better at the work we do.