WORK TYPE
The advertised position is for a contractor position.
Additional work types (full-time, part-time) may be negotiated for the right candidate.
WORK LOCATION
This role is a remote (work from home) position although, ideally based in Dubbo NSW. The successful candidate MUST be located in Central/Central West NSW – Parkes, Forbes, Dubbo.
REUMERATION
$120 – $134 + Super
ABOUT US
Quantum Behaviour are a locally owned and operated business in the Central West NSW. We are a family-friendly organisation who value our employees, our clients, and our community. Our passion lies with improving the choice and control those we serve have over their lives, and supporting our clients improve their quality of life. We offer a friendly and welcoming workplace place environment, and we genuinely care for your personal and professional growth. At Quantum Behaviour, we will nurture you, welcome your skills and expertise, and support you to achieve your best!
PURPOSE OF ROLE
Behaviour Support Practitioners are an essential component of our operational and clinical teams. The primary purpose of the Behaviour Support Practitioner role is to design, develop, and implement Positive Behaviour Support Plans for NDIS Participants to increase their quality of life. As a Behaviour Support Practitioner, you will work with clients and their support network to conduct Behaviour Support Needs Assessments and develop Positive Behaviour Support Plans that respond to the needs of Participants to support them achieve their goals and increase their quality of life.
QUALIFICATIONS & MANDATORY EXPERIENCE
• Relevant Tertiary Qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Behavioural Science, Occupational Therapy, Counselling, Social Work, Disability or Social Sciences (or similar)
• Applicants must be Australian citizens only to be eligible for this position
• Have a minimum 2 years’ experience in the delivery supports to people with complex behaviour support needs.
• Demonstrated understanding of Positive Behaviour Support principals including person-centered supports and the need for individualised assessment and planning.
• Current NSW Issued C Class Driver’s Licence, Comprehensive Care Insurance, and a willingness to travel as per role requirements (travel reimbursement is paid to the employee in addition to their base rate of pay).
• Current First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Behaviour Support Practitioner registration with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission – For contract based positions, this is mandatory.
• Willingness to maintain CPD requirements as per Quantum Behaviour’s internal procedures.
SELECTION CRITERIA – HIGHLY DESIRABLE
• Post-graduate qualifications n in Psychology, Social Work, Applied Behaviour Analysis, Behavioural Science, Occupational Therapy, Counselling, Social, Disability or Social Sciences (or similar)
• 3 years’ experience in the delivery supports to people with complex behaviour support needs.
• 2 years’ experience in the design, development, and implementation of Positive Behaviour Support.
• Demonstrated understanding of Positive Behaviour Support principals including person-centered supports, functional behaviour assessment, development of behaviour support plans, implementation processes.
SECURITY CHECK
• National Police Check Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
• Current NDIS Worker Screening Check (or willingness to obtain)
• NSW Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
