Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Job Description

*** This role is for existing Core, Proficient, Advanced or Specialist Level Registered Practitioners in Melbourne - Full-time preferred but open to Part-time ***

About Us

Connect2Care is expanding into a new service delivery area, creating an exciting opportunity to shape and grow our Behaviour Support (PBS) team. This is a chance to be part of a growing, innovative space where your expertise will directly influence service design, team culture, and client outcomes.

Position Summary

We’re looking for a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to join the foundation of our new PBS team. This is a rare opportunity to shape a Behaviour Support service from the ground up, helping build processes, team culture, and service delivery as we grow. This is a real chance to make your mark, step into leadership, and accelerate your career, while playing a key role in the growth and future of Connect2Care.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities for your role as a PBS

• Conduct assessments (functional behaviour assessments) and develop behaviour support plans (interim and comprehensive) that are person-centred and evidence-based and align with NDIS standards.
  
• Implement strategies and support participants and teams, providing guidance, training, and collaboration with families and allied health staff.
  
• Monitor progress and ensure compliance, reviewing plans, reporting outcomes, and adhering to NDIS and organisational requirements.
  
• Ensure plans enhance quality of life, eliminate and reduce restrictive practices and promote meaningful skill development.
  
• Ensure all work within this space aligns with both NDIS and state and territory legislative requirements.
  
• Supervise junior BSP practitioners, including being responsible for sign-off or endorsement of plans when required
  
• Contribute to the design, growth and quality systems of the new Behaviour Support Team.
  
• Work within a multidisciplinary team
  

Qualifications

• Approved as an NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner by the NDIS Commission.
  
• Meets Core, Proficient, Advanced, or Specialist BSP capability requirements.
  
• Professional registration/membership where applicable.
  

Requirements

• Working with Children Check & Police Check.
  
• NDIS worker screening check
  
• Driver’s licence if travel is required.
  
• Professional indemnity/public liability insurance
  

As part of your role, you will be working with children, people with disability, the elderly, and people who are vulnerable. We are committed to safety, including those of children. We have zero tolerance for abuse.

Benefits

Why join us?

• Flexible hours + hybrid work options
  
• PD allowance + paid study leave
  
• Relocation support
  
• Clear career pathways
  
• Admin support you can count on
  
• KPI and loyalty bonuses
  
• Laptop, phone + toll pass
  
• Annual leave loading
  
• Wellbeing support, EAP + private healthcare discounts
  
• Social events
  

Ready to join a workplace where you're supported, valued, and still growing?

If you think you would be a good fit at Connect2Care, we would love to hear from you! To view and apply for a role at Connect2Care, please visit https://connect2care.com.au/career-opportunities/

Alternatively, if you would like to have a private and confidential conversation with someone from our Recruitment Team, please call 1800 950 288.

Requirements
To apply for the role, you will need to have or be able to obtain the following: Relevant Tertiary qualifications in related field Discipline-specific professional registration (e.g. AHPRA/SPA/ESSA) Working with Children Check (WWCC or Blue Card) NDIS Worker Screening Check Evidence of COVID-19 vaccination (or valid exemption) Police Check & International Police Check (only applicable to individuals who have lived overseas) Driver's licence & access to a reliable vehicle Car insurance Professional Indemnity & Public Liability insurance First Aid (optional) Required Qualities At Connect2Care, we don't just look at your qualifications; we look at the person as a whole, ensuring you are the right fit for the role & company. Connect2Care values the following qualities in their employees: Embodies Connect2Care values regarding excellence, integrity, innovation & respect Has a strong work ethic & professional manner Is a good communicator (both written and verbal) Highly organised, with exceptional time management & the ability to prioritise tasks Flexible, with the ability to adapt & respond to an ever-changing environment A go-getter attitude, showing initiative & a proactive approach to work Works well in a team Friendly, positive & has an approachable manner Is focussed on client-centred care, tailoring therapy to the needs of their client Exhibits & shows an understanding of inclusion & cultural sensitives Connect2Care accepts clinicians with varying experience levels, from new graduates to senior therapists. Support is offered to all therapists through a New Graduate Program, along with mentoring and supervision.