We are looking for talent that is ready for an exciting new opportunity with the Centre for Positive Behaviour Support! We are a forward thinking, enthusiastic and dedicated nationwide team. This position empowers to further develop professional and clinical skills, as well as your leadership capabilities. Opportunities for career progression await you at CPBS, including weekly supervision, team meetings and future academic encouragement. Join us to be inspired by the accomplishments of our clients!
Organisational Overview
The Centre for Positive Behaviour Support (CPBS) is a leading national organisation that believes in making behaviour support services accessible to everyone that needs them. As a person-centred organisation, working for CPBS is about joining a team of talented people who are passionate about providing services where every individual that engages with them will be able to reach their potential.
Position Purpose
Behaviour Therapists will be responsible for the crucial role of implementation of the individualised Positive Behaviour Support Programs for clients, reporting back to the Behaviour Support Practitioner. This role requires working with individuals with a disability or complex mental health difficulties and engaging clients in therapy. The work is based on the principles of Applied Behaviour Analysis and Positive Behaviour Support for children and adults in the home, community and school/workplace settings.
Core Responsibilities
- Implement the Behaviour Analysis Support Plans provided by the Behaviour Support Practitioner
- Provide direct behavioural interventions in individual and group sessions
- Engage the client in therapy within the community and their natural environments such as home, school, workplace and day placements
- Develop and maintain professional relationships with key stakeholders
- Accurate and timely documentation of client sessions, incidents and plans
- Adhere to NDIS quality and safeguard commission requirements
Essential
- Experienced working with people with a disability or working in mental health, OR Bachelor Degree related to Positive Behaviour Support i.e. Psychology degree.
- Well developed oral & written communication skills whilst demonstrating ability to work autonomously & in team environments
- Ability to attain all mandatory compliance checks including the NDIS Workers Screening Check, National Criminal History Check and any relevant State-issued WWCC/WWVP cards
- Willingness to undertake Registered Behaviour Technician Training Certification within 6 months of commencement of employment
- COVID19 Vaccination Digital Certificate, inclusive of mandated booster vaccinations as directed by State Government and NDIS mandates
- Valid Driver License
We offer outstanding professional development opportunities and support individualised pathways to progressing the careers of our people, along with offering a family-friendly work-life balance, including flexible work arrangements.