Behaviour Support Practitioner

**Fulltime position based on Bidjigal Country in Hurstville**:

- ** $87k + Super + Salary Packaging**

Join The Benevolent Society—a flexible, inclusive workplace with hybrid work options and a strong focus on learning and development

**About the Program**

Are you a New Graduate** Psychologist/Social Worker/Teacher/Allied Health Professional** with a passion for Behaviour Support? Here's an exciting opportunity to become a part of The Benevolent Society's, very own IBIS Program (Intensive Behaviour Interventions & Support). Join our dynamic team and collaborate closely with other Allied Health Professionals within our multi-disciplinary model. Together, we aim to deliver tailored support that aligns with our clients' goals.

The Benevolent IBIS Program's purpose is twofold: to meet the increasing demand for behaviour support services and to ensure that our Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) services are of the highest quality and compliant with standards. We are committed to providing new behaviour support staff with the necessary training, supervision, and support to build their capabilities.

**Your Role**

Your role will encompass a diverse caseload, ranging from children to adults with a variety of intellectual and psycho-social disabilities. You won't be alone on this journey; our team is dedicated to your success. We offer weekly or fortnightly supervision from our Senior Practitioners, monthly communities of practice to facilitate learning and knowledge sharing among peers and ongoing guidance from our Allied Health professionals and your Team Leader.

At The Benevolent Society, we highly value the fresh energy, ideas, and motivation that new graduates like you bring to the table. We understand your strong desire to drive sustainable change and your commitment to delivering high-quality support. As part of our nurturing environment for graduates, we're seeking dedicated individuals for full-time positions commencing in February 2024. If you're interested, keep reading

**Growth and Development**
- Access to various learning opportunities will be provided.
- You will be paired with a supportive peer buddy to help you acclimate to your new role.
- Weekly formal supervision sessions will be set up, offering a safe space for guidance and support from your seniors.
- Monthly workshops will be held for you to expand and deepen your knowledge.
- You'll have the opportunity to gain exposure to practice in various areas of The Benevolent Society.

**Your Duties**

As a Graduate of our IBIS Program, you will be responsible for:

- Developing Functional Behavioural Assessments and Behaviour Analysis Support Plans.
- Liaising and consulting with clients, hospital and community staff, carers/family members, relevant agencies, and government departments as needed.
- Providing direct behavioural interventions in both group and individual settings.
- Utilizing behavioural, psychological, and evidence-based theories to design and implement program interventions.
- Establishing and nurturing strong relationships with key stakeholders.
- Adhering to NDIS quality and safeguarding commission requirements.

**Our Benefits**

We support you to live your best life with:

- ** Salary Benefits**: Package up to $15,900 tax-free + $2,650 meals/entertainment card.
- ** Flexibility**: Hybrid work, 1 extra day off monthly (12 extra days/year).
- ** Wellness**: Fitness Passport, EAP, and additional leave options.
- ** Growth**: Tailored career development, monthly practice communities, & supervision.
- ** Recognition**: Competitive pay, recognition programs, & long service leave after 5 years.
- ** Teamwork**: Multi-disciplinary team delivering meaningful outcomes.
- ** Reconciliation**: Paid/unpaid cultural leave & pathways for First Nations employees.
- If you identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, then we want to hear from you. The Benevolent Society recognises and values cultural knowledge and wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we therefore strongly encourage you to apply. We are strongly committed to being an Employer of Choice, one who offers, provides, and practices cultural safety in our workplace. _

**Join us in making a positive impact and supporting people with disabilities to live their life their way. Your journey starts here**

If you have any questions, please reach out to Francesca Rose on 0481 097 167 or Catherine Rodrigues on 0468 596 698 for a friendly, confidential discussion.