(20/10/2025) Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner

The Centre for Positive Behaviour Support (CPBS) is a globally recognised leader in accessible, person-centred behaviour support. We specialise in thorough assessments and tailored plans that meet each individual's unique needs.

Constructional Non-Linear Multi-Element Behaviour Support (MEBS) makes us Australia’s leading provider of effective programs that promote learning and growth for both NDIS participants and self-funded clients.

Join us in creating a brighter future for everyone we serve

Job Description

About the role

CPBS is seeking an experienced Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our forward-thinking team in the Hobart region. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your clinical and leadership expertise. At CPBS, we offer career progression opportunities, including weekly supervision, team meetings, and encourage future academic pursuits. Join us and be inspired by the incredible accomplishments of our participants Enjoy the perks of a rewarding workplace that truly values your contributions and supports your family. Embrace the opportunity to thrive both personally and professionally

As a Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner, you’ll report to the Regional Clinical Manager for Tasmania. Providing support to a caseload of participants, you'll play a crucial role in conducting assessments, writing behavioural support plans and programmes and assisting with the implementation of plans. You’ll assist the Regional Clinical Manager with providing clinical supervision and may also support participants with particularly challenging and complex needs. The work is based on the principles of Multi-Element Behaviour Support (MEBS) and Positive Behaviour Support for children and adults in the home, community, and school/workplace settings.

What you’ll do

- Make positive and distinct changes to the lives of others by developing and maintaining relationships
- Provide direct behavioural interventions in individual and group sessions
- Develop Functional Behavioural Assessments and Behaviour Analysis Support Plans
- Provide support and training to colleagues, caregivers support workers on clinical techniques
- Provide leadership by supporting the Regional Clinical Manager with clinical supervision to the Behaviour Support Practitioner team
- Partner with varying professionals including doctors, psychiatrists, speech therapists, and occupational therapists to develop and implement individualised participant goals and checklists
- Adhere to legislative requirements regarding timely and accurate report writing and documentation
- Complete introductory IABA training in Non-Linear Multi-element Positive Behaviour Support

Desired Skills and Experience

- A bachelor's degree and/or post graduate qualifications related to Positive Behaviour Support
- An existing NDIS Practitioner ID, NDIS Workers Screening Check and Working with Children Check.
- Strong professional experience in Positive Behaviour Support
- Demonstrated experience providing clinical expertise, supervision and leadership in a team of Behaviour Support Practitioners
- Ability to prepare and finalise technical reports in a timely manner, using high-level verbal and written communication skills
- Effective time management skills, managing multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Join the CPBS team — proud recipients of the Most Outstanding Positive Behaviour Support Provider Worldwide at The Globals

At CPBS, you’ll gain meaningful experience supporting participants through every stage of their journey. We offer high-quality professional development and tailored career pathways in PBS.

Our diverse, collaborative teams value flexibility, growth, and continuous learning. Be part of a community that champions your development and values your impact.

Benefits

- Leading supervision with expert BCBA and CBA qualified professionals
- Industry leading professional development with world-renowned experts
- Your own dedicated allowance for professional development
- Access to The CPBS Training and Research Academy
- Career advancement with the opportunity to present at conferences around the world
- Super-generous fortnightly bonuses
- A modern, family-friendly work-life balance and environment
- Flexible working arrangements

If you have a passion for Positive Behaviour Support and the required experience, we would love to review your application Please apply online with your updated CV and cover letter ASAP. For further inquiries please contact recruitment@cpbs.com.au

Only applicants with legal work rights for Australia will be considered

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