Dietician / Nutritionist

At Early Start Australia, we work with children, their families and young adults to provide the best start to grow, develop and reach their full potential.

We are looking for a passionate PBS Lead Clinician who wants to make a real difference in the lives of Victorian families.

You’ll work with a team of dedicated allied health and client support professionals, coaching, supervising and providing PBS services while sharing ideas and knowledge to contribute to a holistic care approach for our wonderful clients.

You’ll be supported by a multi-disciplinary team of clinicians, delivering services in one of our well-equipped clinics, at client’s homes, schools and via telehealth.

**What we offer you**:
You’ll find plenty of team spirit at your Early Start Australia clinic. This role can be based in Vermont, Camberwell, Oakleigh, South Morang, Werribee or Mornington. We like to celebrate the everyday moments that make a big difference in the lives of our clients, and the team of people that make them happen.
- Dedicated and paid time for professional development and a generous professional development allowance
- Bonus payment scheme for achieving great outcomes and exceeding targets
- Generous paid parental leave
- Personal and professional development virtual courses through the MCI Institute (part of the APM Group)
- Peer recognition program and annual ESA awards events to celebrate our achievements
- Discounts on every day and extra-special purchases
- from groceries to movie tickets

**Key responsibilities**
- Coach and mentor PBS Practitioners from our new beginners through to Proficient practitioners i.e. plan development, report writing
- Ensure all PBS practices and interventions are compliant with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards, NDIS Restrictive Practices and Behaviour Support Rules 2018, Services Agreement and ESA’s Code of Conduct
- Maintain a strong clinical knowledge to ensure high level services
- Identify and implement intervention approaches and strategies that are evidence based, holistic, client-centred and outcome driven
- Utilise and provide a range of assessment tools & techniques
- Support clients and other stakeholders to develop and review PBS documentation
- Approach risk in a positive way to achieve quality of life outcomes, whilst ensuring that safeguards are in place to maximise the rights of people and protect the most vulnerable
- Conduct regular performance reviews and clinical audits to be able to contribute to the growth of the team while maintaining clinical standards
- Works with Regional Manager to develop community relationships to develop and promote the service

**What you'll bring to Early Start Australia**
- Have a tertiary degree that is OT, SP, SW, Psychologist, BCBA Registered or eligible for registration with AHPRA or other relevant body
- Proficient or Advanced PBS Practitioner with experience working with people with a disability and their families
- Have delivered PBS services under NDIS and submitted interim, comprehensive and progress reports
- Supervision experience working with coaching and supervision strategies
- Experience in person and family centred practice
- Thorough understanding of Restrictive Practices and experience training other practitioners

**Ready to make a difference at Early Start Australia?