Trauma-Informed Positive Behaviour Specialist

Melba Support; Ballarat; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Not-for-profit salary packaging

Clinical supervision & professional发展

Flexible working arrangements

Employee wellbeing programs

Job summary

Melba Support Services in Ballarat seeks a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to deliver person-centered PBS within a trauma-informed, human-rights framework. You will manage a clinical caseload, assess behaviours of concern, and develop plans to enhance quality of life while reducing restrictive practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, advocates and teams, plus coaching and capability-building across service delivery. A strong clinical background is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering Positive Behaviour Support services within disability, health, or related sectors.
• Knowledge of contemporary PBS frameworks and trauma-informed practice.
• Experience completing behavioural assessments and developing PBS Plans.

Responsibilities

• Manage a clinical caseload in line with contemporary trauma-informed PBS practices.
• Complete functional and behavioural assessments to understand risk and contributing factors.
• Develop and implement evidence-based PBS Plans focusing on quality of life and reducing restrictive practices.
• Collaborate with people supported, families, advocates and networks to achieve outcomes.
• Provide coaching, training and modelling to support workers and leaders.
• Monitor and evaluate strategy effectiveness and adjust plans as required.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.

Skills

Positive behaviour support

Trauma-informed practice

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching & mentoring

Data interpretation & evaluation

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Education, Behavioral Science

Job description

Melba Support Services in Ballarat seeks a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to deliver person-centered PBS within a trauma-informed, human-rights framework. You will manage a clinical caseload, assess behaviours of concern, and develop plans to enhance quality of life while reducing restrictive practices.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, advocates and teams, plus coaching and capability-building across service delivery. A strong clinical background is essential.