Trellis is a boutique specialist behaviour support provider looking for a motivated, skilled, compassionate Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our team. 

Trellis is a multi-disciplinary team of Psychologists, Occupational Therapists and Speech Pathologists who have worked in disability and behaviour support for between 15 and 25 years. 

Amongst our team are published authors, international presenters, university lecturers, authors of journal articles and sensory processing specialists – all in the field of PBS. We are a group of individuals who have contributed to the sector by providing training of the emerging workforce and stewardship.

We work collaboratively to support best outcomes for our clients and employees who currently express a high rate of job satisfaction.

We offer not just client-based work but opportunities to explore potential projects in areas of interest related to PBS as well as access to a high level of expertise in PBS.

Be managed and supervised by people who hold an active caseload in PBS.

As a Behaviour Support Practitioner, you will work closely with people with disabilities, their families, and care-teams, using evidence-based strategies to develop and implement behaviour support plans that seek to improve the person’s quality of life. 

As a member of our team, you will have access to supervision and management from industry leaders and experts in the field. 

Our highly experienced multidisciplinary team will provide you with the support and mentorship you need to succeed and progress in your career. 

Be a part of a team that values your work on a personal level, sees your strengths and interests, and gives you opportunity to enact these. 

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of others, we want to hear from you.

We believe in providing our employees with:

• Flexible work arrangements (part-time/full-time/remote).
• Realistic KPIs that are achievable and meaningful.
• Highly supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Excellent remuneration.
• Tailored case allocation and opportunities to specialise. 
• Unrivalled professional support with supervision (scheduled & as needed), peer support, case consultation & regular PD.
• Opportunity to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team and industry leaders.
• Commitment to work-life balance.
• A focus on quality partnerships and positive relationships.

Provisional psychologists are encouraged to apply

For provisional psychologists, we offer individualised support to meet the competencies for general registration. All supervision is provided in house including primary and secondary supervision. We understand what it takes to support individuals effectively through to full registration. 

Other employee benefits include:

• Laptop, iPhone provided 
• Generous car & PD allowance
• Regular team days in vibrant ‘The Commons’ offices to connect and collaborate
• Full admin support for intake, agreements, portal bookings
• Paid parental leave
• Purchased leave

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Tertiary qualifications or experience relevant to positive behaviour support 
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities and behaviours of concern.
• Ability to develop behaviour support plans that contain evidence-informed strategies and seek to improve the person’s quality of life.
• Ability to support the knowledge, skills, values, confidence, consistency, and wellbeing of people involved in implementing the plan.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Other essential requirements include:

• Compliance checks including NDIS Worker Screening Check & WWCC
• Registration as a Behaviour Support Practitioner with the NDIS (or the ability to become registered)
• A current driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.