Behaviour Support Practitioner (NDIS)
Location: Brisbane, Queensland
Employment Type: Full-Time | Part-Time | Casual (Negotiable)
Work Arrangement: Hybrid | Community-Based | Flexible Working Hours
About Passion Disability Support Services
Passion Disability Support Services is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred supports that empower people with disability to achieve their goals and live fulfilling lives.
We believe every participant deserves compassionate, evidence-based support tailored to their individual needs. Our team is dedicated to promoting independence, improving quality of life, and achieving positive outcomes through collaboration, professionalism, and respect.
As our services continue to grow across Brisbane and surrounding areas, we are seeking an experienced and passionate Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our expanding team.
About the Role
As a Behaviour Support Practitioner, you will work with NDIS participants who present with behaviours of concern and complex support needs, including individuals living with autism, intellectual disability, psychosocial disability, mental health conditions, trauma backgrounds, and other complex behavioural presentations.
Using a Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) framework, you will collaborate with participants, families, carers, support workers, and allied health professionals to improve quality of life, build capacity, and reduce behaviours of concern through person-centred, evidence-informed practice.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBAs).
Develop, implement, and review Interim and Comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans.
Deliver evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support strategies tailored to each participant.
Support the reduction and elimination of restrictive practices in accordance with the NDIS Behaviour Support Rules and relevant legislation.
Work collaboratively with participants, families, carers, schools, support coordinators, allied health professionals, and other stakeholders.
Provide coaching, training, and guidance to support workers and families to ensure consistent implementation of Behaviour Support Plans.
Maintain accurate assessments, clinical documentation, progress notes, and reports.
Ensure compliance with the NDIS Practice Standards, NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission requirements, and organisational policies.
Participate in continuous professional development and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
Essential Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Current registration as an NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner (Core, Proficient, Advanced, or Specialist).
Relevant tertiary qualification in Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Behavioural Science, Counselling, or a related discipline.
Demonstrated experience supporting participants with behaviours of concern and complex support needs.
Strong understanding of Positive Behaviour Support principles, person-centred practice, and restrictive practice legislation.
Excellent communication, assessment, report writing, and interpersonal skills.
Current NDIS Worker Screening Check.
Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card).
Current National Police Check.
Current First Aid and CPR Certificate.
Current Australian Driver Licence and access to a reliable, comprehensively insured vehicle.
Current NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate.
Enjoy Safe and Enjoyable Meals Certificate.
Infection Prevention and Control Training Certificate.
Desirable
The following will be highly regarded:
Experience supporting participants with high-intensity support needs.
Experience working within multidisciplinary teams.
Experience delivering training and mentoring to support workers and families.
Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and capacity-building approaches.
Professional Indemnity Insurance (if applicable).
What We Offer
At Passion Disability Support Services, we value our team and are committed to creating an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally.
We offer:
Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
Hybrid and community-based work.
Administrative and operational support.
A consistent and growing participant caseload.
Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team culture.
The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of NDIS participants and their families.
How to Apply
If you are a dedicated Behaviour Support Practitioner who is passionate about delivering high-quality, evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your application, including:
Current Resume
Cover Letter
Relevant Qualifications
NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner Registration
Copies of relevant licences and certifications
Join Passion Disability Support Services and help us empower participants, strengthen families, and create positive, lasting outcomes through exceptional behaviour support.
Pay: $67,643.93 – $118,166.41 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Brisbane QLD
