Behaviour Support Practitioner – Parramatta Community Solutions

JOB DESCRIPTION

Community Solutions Group makes a difference in people’s lives – supporting them to achieve their goals and working with them on their pathway to possibilities. We deliver Specialist NDIS services focused on the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities across Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales. 

Our people live and breathe our purpose every day, with flexible working, great perks, and work/life balance. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive culture where our employees can grow, learn, and do their best work.  Our purpose is simple – make possibility a reality.

About the Role

As a Behaviour Support Practitioner (BSP), the number one goal is to improve the quality of life for NDIS participants who have behaviours of concern. Through positive behaviour strategies and collaboration, we support participants to gain control, independence and to make positive lifestyle changes.

This role will be to provide quality behaviour support to participants and to actively work across the community with a range of stakeholders to build relationships and grow a practice in the Western Sydney area.

We are seeking a practitioner endorsed as either Core or Proficient and with excellent skills in stakeholder engagement. This is your opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people living with a disability whilst being part of an exciting new team in Sydney. We will provide you with a structured induction and on the job training to ensure you have all of the necessary tools to succeed in your role!

Your day to day

  • Building close relationships with participants, their families and service providers during appointments by creating a supportive and safe environment.
  • Ensuring the support that we deliver aligns with the NDIS participants’ NDIS Plan and the relevant legislation and Practice Standards.
  • Completing and reporting on Functional Behaviour Assessments.
  • Providing professional information to people with disability and their support circle regarding evidence-based approaches to reduce the impact of challenging behaviour.
  • Developing and supporting the implementation of intervention strategies in consultation with individuals and families.
  • Ensuring support plans, notes and documents are recorded high level of care and accuracy.

What you will bring to the role:

  • Completed a degree qualification (or higher) in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling or similar.
  • Endorsed Capability of Core or Proficient.
  • Experience and knowledge of contemporary practices and trends in relation to service provision for people with intellectual and/or cognitive disabilities. 
  • The ability to communicate, motivate and build rapport with participants, their families and service providers – you are a true people person.
  • You enjoy being out on the road attending client visits.
  • Knowledge of or experience with restrictive practices and regulatory requirements.
  • Experience with developing and implementing positive behaviour support plans.
  • An understanding of good clinical practice, the jurisdictional requirements in NSW and the context in which Behaviour Support is provided.
  • Strong IT, admin and organisation skills as you will be working autonomously and will be required to effectively manage your time.

Benefits and Perks

  • Salary Packaging Benefits! Package up to $15,900 of your annual salary tax free, and additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment expenses.
  • Training is provided with local offices and managers.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Discounts on Corporate Private Health Insurance Plans, whitegoods, and appliances.
  • Reward and Recognition Program.

Intrigued? We’d love to hear from you. Please click “apply” to submit your application and join #TeamPossible today! 

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Community Solutions encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. This includes Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD (Culturally and Linguistically Diverse), the LGBTQI+ community, and people with disability. We value inclusivity and are committed to adjusting our recruitment process to ensure accessibility and support of an applicant’s needs.

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