See more Collapse

Behaviour Specialist

4 weeks ago

Charlestown, Australia Allambi Care Full time

**Position Objective**
The Behaviour Specialist will function as an integral member of the Clinical Department in providing direct and indirect services to Allambi Care stakeholders in the support of clients with severe behavioural and cognitive challenges.

*
Main Duties and Responsibilities*
- Understands the general behavioural characteristics associated with intellectual, emotional and behavioural disorders
- Works collaboratively with Clinical Department Staff (Registered Psychologists, Provisional Psychologists, Speech Pathologists, Psychiatrists, General Practitioners) in meeting overall therapeutic needs of clients and supporting Allambi Care clients and stakeholders.
- Contribute to the design and development of positive support and care plans for use in the delivery of therapeutic services to Allambi Care clients.
- Conduct comprehensive functional behavioural assessment (FBA) and design behaviour support plans (intensive training and BACB approved supervision provided)
- Completes observation of clients in a variety of settings to obtain behavioural information for the development of support services
- Incorporates research proven methods for the purposes of determining appropriate behavioural support strategies
- Develops crisis and safety plans for client, as needed.
- Prepares professionally written reports on client behavioural functioning to internal and external sources
- Conducts training on behavioural topics, support design, progress monitoring, data collection techniques, social skills and other related topics for Allambi staff, clients, their families and networks.
- Serves as a member of the Restricted Practice Panel, process and present cases as needed
- Conducts training on behavioural topics, support design, progress monitoring, data collection techniques, social skills and other related topics for Allambi staff, clients, their families and networks.
- Demonstrates enthusiasm for the improvement of client functioning and interpersonal skills to relate well with a variety of situations to achieve this goal
- Maintains accurate treatment notes
- Completes all processes related to invoicing and billing of NDIS and other internally and externally billable sources
- Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Participates in designated University classes to achieve the BCaBA designation through the BACB
- Conducts other related services, as directed

*
Essential:*
- Demonstrated experience working with people with a disability or children and young people in OOHC.
- MS Office Proficiency
- Experience consulting and delivering training to large groups of people using various methods.
- Advanced organisational skills with the ability to prioritise, manage multiple tasks and work independently.
- Well-developed interpersonal skills including the ability to investigate and resolve complex issues, communicate and consult effectively with staff and external stakeholders.
- Proven ability to develop and design training in consultation with internal and external stakeholders that are informed by relative policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Proven ability to create and deliver informative reports with multiple facets of information to internal and external stakeholders.
- 2 or more years of experience working clients with severe behavioural and/or intellectual challenges
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree or higher in psychology, special education, social work or related field

*
What is on offer?*
- Full Time Employment
- 4 weeks Annual leave per year
- 1 Roster Day Off per month
- Opportunity to receive Fringe Benefits Tax (salary sacrifice) on commencement of employment
- Access to the Fitness Passport Program which includes over 90 gyms and pools.
- Monday - Friday work week.

*
Must have these documents if successful*
- Current Working with children check (for paid employment)
- Current First Aid Certificate (Provide First Aid; Course Code HLTAID003 or HLTAID011)
- NDIS Worker Check
- A current driver’s licence
- Comprehensive Car Insurance

*
If you meet the above criteria and you’re interested in contributing to an organisation that values the highest level of quality in everything it sets out to achieve, we want to hear from you*

*
Applications are to be submitted by 5pm Tuesday 21st February 2023.*

*
APPLY NOW*

*

We have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below

  • Therapeutic & Behavioural Specialists

    3 weeks ago

    Charlestown, Australia Activated Concepts Full time

    **Role Overview**: Activated Concepts’ Therapeutic and Behavioural Specialists are clinical leaders in trauma-informed assessments, interventions, plans, training, and reviews. They practice with a trauma-informed lens, in a person-centred manner with the participant, their family, and other relevant stakeholders. This is to provide comprehensive...

  • Behaviour Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Charlestown, New South Wales, Australia Allambi Care Full time

    Position ObjectiveThe Behaviour Specialist will function as an integral member of the Clinical Department in providing direct and indirect services to Allambi Care stakeholders in the support of clients with severe behavioural and cognitive challenges.Main Duties and Responsibilities*- Understands the general behavioural characteristics associated with...

  • Social Worker

    4 weeks ago

    Charlestown, Australia Allambi Care Full time

    **Position Objective** The Client and Family Service Specialist will work in partnership with families in the community to identify strengths, mitigate risk factors, increase capacity for resilience and promote positive family relationships. The main areas of work are: - Family Violence - Drug and Alcohol - Impacts of Trauma - Building Attachment -...

  • Return to Work Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Charlestown, Australia Allianz Australia Full time

    At Allianz, we care for all the things that make you, you. For feeling like you belong. For a place where learning never stops. For growing new skills and opening up exciting possibilities. For your curiosity to thrive and help transform an industry. And when life twists, there’s flex for balance and the support you need. We know that flexible work comes...

  • Specialist Homelessness Services

    2 weeks ago

    Charlestown, New South Wales, Australia Allambi Care Full time

    Our Outreach team is looking for a Case Worker with in our Specialist Homelessness Services department.Main Duties and Responsibilities:Client support Provide support to clientele in nonjudgmental and therapeutic manner. Respond to crisis in the most therapeutic and professional manner possible. Ensure preparedness and awareness of the possibility of...

  • Return to Work Specialist

    2 weeks ago

    Charlestown, New South Wales, Australia Allianz Australia Full time

    At Allianz, we care for all the things that make you, you. For feeling like you belong. For a place where learning never stops. For growing new skills and opening up exciting possibilities. For your curiosity to thrive and help transform an industry. And when life twists, there's flex for balance and the support you need. We know that flexible work comes in...

  • Specialist Homelessness Services

    2 weeks ago

    Charlestown, Australia Allambi Care Full time

    **Our Outreach team is looking for a Case Worker with in our Specialist Homelessness Services department.** **Main Duties and Responsibilities**: Client support - Provide support to clientele in non-judgmental and therapeutic manner. - Respond to crisis in the most therapeutic and professional manner possible. - Ensure preparedness and awareness of the...

  • Social Worker

    2 weeks ago

    Charlestown, New South Wales, Australia Allambi Care Full time

    Position ObjectiveThe Client and Family Service Specialist will work in partnership with families in the community to identify strengths, mitigate risk factors, increase capacity for resilience and promote positive family relationships.The main areas of work are: Family Violence Drug and Alcohol Impacts of Trauma Building Attachment Parenting Mental health...

  • Environmental Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Charlestown, Australia Kleinfelder, Inc. Full time

    **Environmental Technician - Newcastle** Ambitious and ready to kick-start your career in environmental consulting? Want to be part of a well-resourced and experienced national environmental consultancy specialising in contaminated land, earth science and environmental approvals? One with the scope to work on a diverse range of complex and challenging...