Behaviour Support Practitioner

Behaviour Support Practitioner – Proficient, Advanced or Specialist Endorsement Level

Location: Perth
Job Type: Full time

Salary: $115K + Super + Bonus Opportunities

About the Company

Our client is a leading NDIS behaviour support provider that has been delivering positive behaviour support across Western Australia for over eight years. They are passionate about empowering people with disability through evidence-based, person-centred behaviour support services that promote independence, inclusion, and improved quality of life.

Working collaboratively with participants, families, carers, and multidisciplinary support networks, they take the time to understand the underlying causes of behaviours of concern and develop practical, individualised strategies that create meaningful and lasting change. Their experienced Behaviour Support Practitioners deliver comprehensive functional behaviour assessments, tailored behaviour support plans, and ongoing coaching in line with the NDIS Positive Behaviour Support Capability Framework. With a strong focus on reducing and eliminating restrictive practices wherever possible, they equip participants and those around them with the skills, confidence, and support needed to achieve positive outcomes and thrive at home, in their communities, and in everyday life.

The Role

In this role, you’ll provide high-quality, evidence-based Positive Behaviour Support to participants while also supporting and mentoring a team of Behaviour Support Practitioners. You’ll partner with participants, families, carers, support workers, and allied health professionals to complete functional behaviour assessments, develop and review individualised Behaviour Support Plans, deliver coaching and training, monitor outcomes, and prepare high-quality clinical reports that meet NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission requirements.

Alongside managing your own diverse caseload across children, adolescents, and adults, you’ll provide day-to-day guidance, clinical support, and mentoring to Behaviour Support Practitioners, helping them build confidence, capability, and best-practice skills. You’ll work closely with experienced clinical leaders in a collaborative environment, with access to regular supervision, peer support, leadership development, and ongoing professional development opportunities to continue growing as a clinician and leader.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct functional behaviour assessments
• Develop and implement Positive Behaviour Support Plans
• Work closely with participants, families, and support teams
• Contribute to reducing restrictive practices in line with best practice
• Create personalised resources for clients
• Produce high-quality clinical documentation aligned with NDIS requirements
• Complete supervision for other practitioners

What We’re Looking For

• Relevant tertiary qualification (Psychology, OT, Speech Pathology, Social Work, Counselling, Education or related field)
• NDIS endorsement as Proficient or above as a Behaviour Support Practitioner
• Experience in disability, mental health, or allied health settings
• Strong report writing and analytical skills
• A collaborative and reflective approach to practice
• Working with Children’s card, National police clearance
• Current driver’s licence and relevant checks

What’s On Offer

In return, our client offers:

• Salary: $115K + Super + Bonus schemes
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements – work life balance – hybrid role
• Clear career progression – be part of a growing organisation
• Monthly KPI incentives
• Structured and strong supervision and support from experience Advanced Behaviour Support practitioners and multidisciplinary clinicians
• Social events and team functions
• Employee assistant program (EAP)

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact Bryony Davies – Behaviour Support Specialist Recruiter – Recruitment Resourcer at Zenith Search on 0489 079 179 or email your updated resume to bryony.davies@zenithsearch.com

Alternatively, click Apply Now, and we’ll be in touch to discuss your fit for the role. Please note: Only candidates meeting the essential criteria will be contacted for further discussion.

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About Zenith Search

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