Behaviour Support Practitioner

Behaviour Support Practitioner – Core, Proficient or Advanced/Specialist Endorsement Level

Location: Northern Suburbs/Ipswich, Brisbane
Job Type: Full Time

Salary: $85K – $115K + Super + Bonus Opportunities + Travel Reimbursement

About the Company

Established in 2021, our client is a family-run, NDIS-registered allied health provider supporting children, adolescents and adults across Brisbane, Ipswich and the Gold Coast. The organisation delivers a multidisciplinary range of services, including Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychology and Positive Behaviour Support, with a strong focus on professional, person-centred care and positive participant outcomes.

The organisation has built a strong reputation for its collaborative, transparent and clinician-focused culture. Its leadership team values open communication, encourages new ideas and is committed to creating a supportive environment where clinicians can deliver high-quality care, continue developing their skills and thrive without compromising their wellbeing.

The Role

As a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful, lasting difference in the lives of children, adolescents and adults by partnering with participants, families, carers, support workers and allied health professionals to deliver evidence-based, person-centred support. You’ll conduct functional behaviour assessments, develop individualised Behaviour Support Plans, coach and train support teams, monitor outcomes and produce high-quality clinical reports aligned with NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission requirements, with a strong focus on building capacity, improving quality of life and reducing restrictive practices.

You’ll be supported by an experienced clinical team through regular supervision, mentoring, peer collaboration and professional development, giving you the opportunity to continually grow your clinical skills while working with a diverse and rewarding caseload.

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

What We’re Looking For

• Relevant tertiary qualification (Psychology, OT, Speech Pathology, Social Work, Counselling, Education or related field)
• NDIS endorsement as core or above as a Behaviour Support Practitioner
• Experience in disability, mental health, or allied health settings
• Full working rights in Australia
• 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: $85K – $115K + Super + Bonus schemes + Travel Reimbursement
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements – work life balance – hybrid role
• Clear career progression – be part of a growing organisation
• Realistic KPI’s and achievable KPI related bonus
• Structured and strong supervision and support from experience Advanced Behaviour Support practitioners and multidisciplinary clinicians
• Fantastic team culture where you will be supported and be able to grow as a practitioner

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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