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Behaviour Support Practitioner

2 weeks ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Samaritans Foundation Full time $60,000 - $90,000 per year

The Opportunity:

Join our Therapy and Behaviour Support team across Samaritans and Anglican Care to deliver evidence-based behavioural assessment, intervention, and behaviour support plans for people across the lifespan. You'll focus on building the skills and capacity of individuals, families, and support networks to promote inclusion and quality of life. Working within NDIS and child-safe standards, you'll be part of a positive, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality care and achieving meaningful outcomes.

Why Work for us?

Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:

  • Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools

  • Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)

  • Discounted private health insurance through Medibank

  • Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish

  • Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program

  • Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program

  • 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave

Role & Responsibilities:

  • Degree in Social Work, Social Welfare, Psychology, or Behavioural Science
  • Current registration as a Behaviour Support Practitioner (core or above) with the NDIS Quality and Safeguarding Commission
  • Demonstrated capacity to implement the principles and processes related to positive behaviour support, trauma informed care, and person-centred support.
  • Understanding of the current trends and approaches underpinning positive behaviour support
  • Demonstrated experience prioritising workloads and managing clients with complex needs
  • Demonstrated commitment to Continuing Professional Development, Evidenced Based Practice, and measuring clinical outcomes
  • Ability to work as a collaboratively member of a multi-disciplinary team
  • Knowledge of confidentiality principles and WHS responsibilities.

About you?

  • Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication
  • Strong organisation and time management skills
  • Collaborative team player with client-focused approach
  • Experienced in behaviour support planning and intervention
  • Committed to cultural respect, inclusion and child-safe practices
  • Aligns with Newcastle Anglican values and WHS standards
  • Dedicated to professional growth and high-quality outcomes

Who we are?

Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.

We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.

For more information visit or for enquiries and a copy of the Position Description email the talent team at

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.