Seeking An Enthusiastic Behaviour Support Practitioner

**Join the Colourful Minds Team as a Behaviour Support Practitioner**
Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and their families? Colourful Minds seeks an enthusiastic **Behaviour Support Practitioner** to join our dynamic team.

**Why Colourful Minds?**

At Colourful Minds, we are committed to providing **neuro-affirmative behaviour support** to children with developmental delays and neurodiversity. Our mission is to celebrate the unique potential of every child and empower families with tools, strategies, and guidance for long-term growth and success.

We are a young and ambitious organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. While we are currently in the process of becoming NDIS-registered, we are excited to expand our team and invite dedicated professionals to grow with us.

**About the Role**

As a **Behaviour Support Practitioner**, you will play a key role in supporting children aged 2-16, including those with autism, ADHD, ODD, and comorbidities like anxiety and low self-esteem. Your work will involve travelling across Sydney to deliver personalised support in environments where children thrive, including homes and schools.

Using creative, play-based approaches like music, art, LEGO therapy, and sports, you will help children build critical skills and achieve their goals. This is a flexible position starting at **two days per week**, with opportunities to expand your caseload.

**Your Responsibilities**
- Provide therapy to enhance children’s skills, including emotion regulation, social interaction, coping mechanisms, and body awareness.
- Coach parents, educators, and healthcare professionals in effective strategies to support the child.
- Conduct behavioural assessments and develop evidence-based Behaviour Support Plans.
- Implement and review Behaviour Support Plans, ensuring alignment with **NDIS guidelines** and best practices.
- Collaborate with families and professionals to deliver person-centred care.
- Maintain accurate documentation of client progress and case notes.
- Build strong, meaningful relationships with children and their families.

**What We Offer**
- A supportive, collaborative work environment.
- Flexible working hours and days.
- Fully provided insurance, administration support, and client-base management.
- Superannuation contributions.
- Opportunities for professional development, including workshops and self-study tailored to your needs.
- Interdisciplinary team support and regular supervision sessions.
- Career growth opportunities within the company.

**What You’ll Need**
- A **bachelor’s degree** in psychology, social work, counselling, special education, or a related field.
- Minimum of suitability to work as a Behaviour Support Practitioner
- Experience working with children with neurodiversity or developmental delays.
- Knowledge of behavioural interventions such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques.
- Passion for working with children and a commitment to making a positive impact.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.
- A valid **Working With Children Check**, **Police Check**, and **NDIS Worker Clearance**.
- A driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.
- Minimum availability of two days per week.

**Location**

Our clinic is based in **Belmore (NSW 2192)**, and we support clients across **Sutherland, Canterbury-Bankstown,** and **Sydney City areas**.

**How to Apply**

We look forward to welcoming you to the Colourful Minds team and working together to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families.

**Job Type**: Casual

Pay: $70.00 - $80.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 - 24 per week

Schedule:

- No weekends

Application Question(s):

- Do you have a driver licence and own personal vehicle?

**Education**:

- Bachelor Degree (required)

Licence/Certification:

- minimum of suitability to work as PBS (required)

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (required)

Willingness to travel:

- 75% (required)

Work Location: On the road

Application Deadline: 02/02/2025
Expected Start Date: 10/02/2025