Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

As an Emerging Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner in Townsville, National 360 will help you grow your skills with expert supervision, ongoing learning, and clear career pathways.

ABOUT THE ROLE
Join National 360 as an Emerging Practitioner in Positive Behaviour Support, based in Townsville. You’ll work with NDIS participants of all ages, delivering services across community, clinic, and telehealth settings. You will be a part of a supportive environment, both locally and nationally, that champions your professional growth.

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Establish trust and rapport with participants, families, and support networks to foster collaborative partnerships.
• Conduct Comprehensive Assessments: Undertake Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBAs) to understand the holistic person and inform tailored interventions.
• Develop Individualised Support Plans: Create and implement Behaviour Support Plans that are evidence-based and aligned with NDIS guidelines.
• Provide Education and Training: Equip carers and support teams with the knowledge and skills to implement strategies effectively and sustainably.
• Promote Positive Behaviour: Focus on reducing restrictive practices and enhancing participants' quality of life through proactive support.
• Monitor and Evaluate Progress: Collect and analyse data to assess the effectiveness of interventions and make necessary adjustments.

For more information or to request the position description, contact Annie Roberts - General Manager of People & Culture via email at [email protected]

ABOUT YOU
We believe that talented clinicians are developed and nurtured, not just found through an exhaustive list of requirements. That said, there are a few requirements for our PBS Practitioners, which are:

• You hold a relevant Bachelor's degree (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Counselling, Social, Disability, Teaching or Social Sciences).
• Evidence of Letter of Suitability from the NDIS Commission (required upon application).
• Experience with or understanding of behaviour support practices, assessments, or interventions including experience writing and implementing Behaviour Support Plans.
• You have full Australian working rights.
• You have access to your own vehicle and hold a current driver’s licence.
• You have or are willing to obtain a NDIS Workers Check and Working with children check.

ABOUT NATIONAL 360
Founded in 2006 by Heidi Long, National 360 has grown into one of Australia’s leading providers of community-based allied health services. With 22 offices across six states, we’re known for our strong local connections and commitment to quality care. As an NDIS-registered provider, our team delivers services in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Pathology, Behaviour Support, and Early Childhood Intervention.

360 BENEFITS
As part of our team, you’ll have access to our 360 YOU and 360 Champions programs, which include:

• Generous Paid Parental Leave.
• 3 x National 360 Days/year.
• Up to 5 weeks of annual leave each year via our Purchased Leave Scheme.
• $1500 to spend on professional development annually.
• Comprehensive Clinical and Operational Development Programs, with structured career pathways.
• 24/7 access to mental health and medical support for you and your family via our EAP service, Sonder.
• Fitness Passport and regular wellness initiatives led by our Wellbeing Committee.
• Discounted private health insurance premiums and full excess coverage for planned or emergency hospital stays.
• A laptop & mobile phone.
• Regular peer supervision & specialist mentoring.
• Novated leasing.
• Pet-friendly offices.
• Team-building events and funds for team celebrations.

For further detail about our industry-leading benefits & reward programs, visit https://national360.com.au/360-benefits-rewards/

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU
National 360 is committed to responding to all candidates who apply, regardless of the outcome. We strive to ensure that every candidate is treated with fairness and receives clear, timely communication throughout the recruitment process.
We welcome all people to join our team, including people from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, living with disability, all gender identities, LGBTQIA+, people of any socioeconomic status, of any age, race, national origin or ethnicity. We believe each person’s uniqueness makes us even better at the work we do.