Vivability is a non-government organization based in Bathurst NSW providing services to people with a disability in the community.

About the role:

The successful candidate will join a team aiming to improve the lives of others through delivery of person-centred, positive behaviour support strategies to a range of clients across all ages. The role will involve supporting clients with various needs from short-term support, to complex, long-term support, including:

• Providing positive behaviour support for children and adults with varying complexities, including intellectual disability, mental health, and trauma-based presentations.
• Conducting a range of assessments of a client, their presenting issues, environment, and other factors to guide intervention and support strategies.
• Development and implementation of behaviour support plans, including carer and staff training.
• Providing client support in a range of environments, including school, homes, respite, and community settings.
• Working with a multidisciplinary team to achieve positive outcomes.

This role will also require you to provide support and training to Vivability staff in relevant areas.

What we can offer you:

• Clinical support through external supervision.
• Excellent career development opportunities.
• Generous salary packaging options available.

Who we are looking for:

We are looking for someone who is:

• Empathetic and compassionate.
• Organised, motivated and proactive.
• Self-reflective and a creative problem-solver.
• Client-focused and able to build connections with their clients, families, and other supports.

Knowledge and skills required:

• Qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Behaviour Science, or related discipline.
• Ability to meet the NDIS Positive Behaviour Support capability framework at a core level or above.
• Understanding of NDIS plans and funding models to suitably plan assessments and interventions.
• Previous work experience as a Behaviour Support Practitioner.
• High quality reporting and communication skills.
• Current driver’s license.
• Current Working with Children Check and NDIS worker check.

How to apply:

Please submit you application including a copy of your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and interest in this position.

Contact our Clinical Services Manager Kevin Walker on 02 6300 0016 or [email protected] if you would like to know more about this role.