Behaviour Support PractitionerNew South Wales (Albury/Wodonga) Full Time PositionBenefitsAccess to generous tax free salary packaging including meal and entertainment allowancesAnnual Leave up to 5 weeksCompetitive salary on offer with salary packaging available up to $18,550A rewarding career with ability to give back to our community in the growing human service sectorOpportunities to develop and progress within the organisationStrong focus on employee health and wellbeing with assistance programs availableDue to ongoing growth, Kirinari has the opportunity for a new or experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our team based in NSW - Albury/Wodonga. We are seeking new and experienced practitioners.The Kirinari Clinical Team receives referrals from across the sector from a range of individuals living in different circumstances with different goals. As a Behaviour Support Practitioner (BSP), you will be responsible for providing specialist behaviour support services to National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants and their support teams.As a BSP within Kirinari, you will be responsible for the promotion of positive behaviour support within the organisation and the enhancement of the quality of life of its customers.Key Responsibilities:Ensure compliance and a commitment to the policies and procedures and delegations of Kirinari, together with the relevant national and state legislation and policy, including the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.Have a thorough understanding of, and promote the reduction of Restrictive Practices across Kirinari and its customers.Develop positive relationships and work with relevant stakeholders that include individuals, families, specialist support services, and relevant government organisations in the delivery of positive behaviour support.Develop, implement, and review positive Behaviour Support Plans that address behaviours of concern and enhance the quality of life for participants.Utilise a range of data tools to complete behavioural analysis and functional assessments.Continued participation in opportunities for professional development to ensure high quality service delivery and consistency with current trends.Balance priorities and maintain an active clinical caseload in consultation with the Clinical Services Manager.Accurate record keeping and reporting.About You:A relevant degree and/or demonstrated experience in support of individuals with disability and complex needs and behaviours of concern would be highly regarded, but not mandatory.Current registration to practice as a core, proficient or advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner in accordance with the NDIS Capability Framework would be highly regarded yet not mandatory.A thorough understanding of relevant policy and legislation relating to Behaviour Support and Restrictive Practices at national and state level, including the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.Must have a desire to learn and work as part of a transdisciplinary team.Have experience of, or a thorough understanding of the concepts and principles of Positive Behaviour Support, including functional behaviour assessment, development of positive behaviour support plans, and their implementation and review.High quality written and verbal skills, including excellent computer skills, interpersonal skills, and time management ability.Qualifications ideal however not required. Applicants should be open to pursuit of further knowledge be it through studies or other professional development routes.Ability to work both autonomously and as a member of the Behaviour Support team.Hold a current driver’s license and a willingness to travel interstate.Ability to obtain a NDIS Workers Check before commencement.Ability to obtain the relevant state Working With Children Check before commencement.Applications close 5pm Friday 7 February 2025.You must have the right to live and work in Australia.Kirinari embrace Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) that promotes a diverse workforce and encourage applications from First Nations & Torres Strait Islander Peoples and applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds. People of all ages and abilities including people with lived experience or knowledge of disability are also encouraged to consider a career with us.
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