Disability Support Specialist

3 days ago


Preston, Victoria, Australia Ability Action Australia Full time
Company Overview

Welcome to Ability Action Australia, a national therapy services provider dedicated to helping NDIS participants improve their access, development, independence, and overall health and wellbeing.

Salary

The salary for this position is $65,000 - $80,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Disability Support Specialist to join our team. As a key member of our multi-disciplinary team, you will support vulnerable members of the community by acting as an advocate and role model.

  • Evaluate, develop and deliver evidence-based support plans that meet individual needs.
  • Develop meaningful goals and practical strategies utilising a positive behaviour support framework.
  • Build the knowledge, capacity and strengths of those who support participants in their lives.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to provide comprehensive support services.
Required Skills and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Registration as a Suitable or Core NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner.
  • A degree-level qualification as an allied health professional or related field (e.g. OT, Speech, Social Work, Psychology).
  • Experience creating, implementing and reviewing behaviour support plans, or working professionally/personally with disability and challenging behaviours.
  • A genuine passion for working in the Disability sector.
Benefits

We offer:

  • Flexibility in your work hours and days.
  • Excellent remuneration, including a generous base salary, car allowance, phone and laptop provision, and salary packaging options.
  • Opportunities for career progression and professional development within Ability Action Australia and its parent company, MedHealth.
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes work-life balance.

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