Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner

• North Melbourne | Full-Time Opportunity
• Competitive Salary + Salary Packaging I Up to $18,550 tax benefits!

• 5 weeks leave + Flexible Work Arrangements I Achieve the work-life balance you deserve

• Discounted Gym Membership I Stay active for less!

• Discounted Health Insurance I Prioritize your well-being with great savings!

• Exciting Growth! - Be part of a growing team!

About us.

At Royal Rehab LifeWorks Community, we're redefining health and wellbeing.

As part of the Royal Rehab Group, a leading charity with over 125 years of innovation in rehabilitation and community support services, we are committed to empowering individuals to achieve their health goals through evidence-based care and lifestyle medicine.

We are Great Place to Work Certified, offering a vibrant, inclusive culture the values your expertise.

About the role.

Based in North Melbourne , we are seeking a Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner to provide behaviour assessment, intervention, and support services within the NDIS framework.

In this role, you will collaborate with participants, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective behaviour support plans that enhance the quality of life and wellbeing of individuals with disabilities.

You will provide clinical expertise, education, and support to individuals, families, and stakeholders, ensuring a holistic and integrated approach.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide clinical expertise, education, and support to individuals, families, and stakeholders while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams

• Provide supervision (individual and group) and clinical guidance to the team

• Conduct behaviour assessments within the NDIS framework and develop and implement effective behaviour support plans

• Collaborate on quality improvement projects and resources

• Identify opportunities for improvement in clinical practice

• Attend all mandatory staff training and other professional development as directed by Allied Health Manager/Clinical Lead/Clinical Supervisor

• Stay updated on evidence-based practices in private practice and NDIS settings, identify opportunities for improvement, and actively promote the Royal Rehab LifeWorks behaviour support service

About you.

We are seeking an individual who has a passion for delivering high-quality service where you will lead the development and implementation of behaviour support plans, provide clinical expertise, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance the wellbeing of individuals with disabilities.

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Experience leading a team of professionals in developing and implementing effective behaviour support plans.

• Demonstrated ability to work with and mentor a team to meet & exceed Key Performance Indicators

• Strong time management and organisational skills

• Commitment to evidence-based practice and professional growth and development

• Ability to develop individuals' capacity to undertake lifestyle & community supports

• Ability performing in an environment that is ambiguous, flexible, and responsive.

• Knowledge of the clinical framework of Behaviour Support within a disability context

• Knowledge of disability, health conditions &/or injury types & strategies

Essential Criteria:

• Relevant Tertiary level qualification and current professional registration if relevant (Psych/ OT/social work desirable)

• Proficient or advanced under NDIS PBS Capability Framework - Registration

• Criminal record check (essential or willing to obtain)

• Working with children's check (essential or willing to obtain)

• NDIS Workers screening clearance (essential or willing to obtain)

• Drivers License

What we offer.

• Salary Packaging: Up to $18,550 salary packaging benefits (lower your taxable income and increase your take home pay!)

• Benefits: Fitness Passport & HCF Private Health Insurance discounts

• 5 extra leave days: Access to an additional 5 individual leave days

• Career growth: Genuine career opportunities

• Work life balance: Flexible work arrangements

• Salary: Competitive remuneration

• Leadership: Supportive and experienced leadership team

• Culture: Friendly and close-knit team environment

• Proud to be Great Place to Work Certified!!

We are proud of our diverse and skilled team of passionate healthcare and support professionals committed to delivering the very best for the people we serve. A career at Royal Rehab LifeWorks is the opportunity to make a difference with a progressive and innovative organisation, built on a rich history of community care since 1899.

What's next…

If this sounds like the perfect role for you, address the essential criteria in your cover letter and CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW to start your journey with us!

Please note, only applicants that address this essential criteria will be considered.

Visit our Royal Rehab LifeWorks careers page for more information:

Royalrehabgroup. com. au/careers/

The successful applicant may be required to undergo pre-employment checks including but not limited to a current criminal record check working with children check, employment history and referee checks.  Vaccination against infectious diseases is strongly encouraged.

A career with Royal Rehab LifeWorks is an opportunity to collaborate, grow and make a difference with an iconic organisation recognised as a leader in rehabilitation and disability support.