About BePositive Therapy

BePositive is a reputable allied health service provider, renowned for its expertise in both the NDIS and Aged Care sectors. The leadership team at BePositive is committed to sharing personal knowledge and years of experience, empowering their team to deliver exceptional services that improve clients' futures. With a presence across Victoria (Melbourne and Gippsland), Queensland (Brisbane and the Gold Coast), and Tasmania (Launceston and Hobart), BePositive offers comprehensive assessment and therapy services.

At BePositive, flexibility is key. You can choose to work from our office locations or opt for the convenience of working from home. The organisation offers the perfect balance—small enough to maintain a close-knit, supportive team, yet large enough to offer access to a diverse and experienced group of Occupational Therapists and Behaviour Support Practitioners.

We have a strong focus on our values which aim to Improve the Future. We are focused on:

Communication: We listen, we celebrate, we make corrections, we bin what does not work.

Motivation: we have a positive mindset and apply our ongoing knowledge to the future.

Respect for each other: we are equal, the expectations are the same for all. We recognise that we all have individual and important needs.

Positive outcomes and excellence: our high standards of service are paramount to who we are. Our focus is to achieve a better future for all employees and clients.

The Benefits:

A defined and gradual induction and learning program, created by our leaders, offering a high level of support and guidance, to suit your needs in Behaviour Support

A team filled with fun, enthusiasm and connection, ensuring that all members of the team are welcomed and supported

A highly rewarding bonus program, to top up your salary whenever you feel you need more

1:1 supervision with an experienced therapist, in your area of specialisation

The option to move between specialisations, when you feel that you need a change

Generous salary with an annual review

Compensation for your travel

An industry leading Professional Development program, to maximise your growth and learning

External Professional Development opportunities when a course or seminar interests you, beyond the BePositive program

Technology – phone and laptop provided

Novated car leasing, if you are looking for savings on a new car, or wish to transfer an existing lease

Refer a friend and we will pay you a bonus

Fun funds for your team

Regular social events to keep you having fun

Employee Health Insurance Discounts

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) when you need support beyond the team

Part time and full-time employment options

Administrative support, so that you can get the important things done!

An organisation that stays abreast of change (legislation and work requirements), and keeps you informed

To learn more about our organisation please watch our video at the end.

The Role (Behaviour Support Practitioner)

As a Behaviour Support Practitioner at BePositive Therapy you will work with clients in their homes or other community environments.

Duties Include

Management of a caseload of clients in line with BePositive and funding body requirements.

Application of capabilities from the NDIS Positive Behaviour Support capability framework.

Ensure practice meets relevant state and territory legal obligations with respect to the use of restrictive practice.

Working with clients to set and work towards their clinical goals.

Behavioural support assessments including functional behaviour assessments.

Develop behaviour support plans that may contain the use of restrictive practice.

Participate in regular clinical supervision (as per requirements for Behaviour Support Practitioner level).

Participation in client related case conference meetings with both internal and external multi-disciplinary teams.

Maintain communication with all stakeholders including the client, next of kin and support co-ordinators/case managers to ensure the development and achievement of co-ordinated client goals.

You will be an integral part of a team and supported to provide services through regular and specialised clinical supervision and weekly team case conferences.

The role is flexible and provides the opportunity to work from home.

Skills and Experience

Behaviour Support Practitioner Suitability Approval

Strong evidence of well-developed communication skills

An ability to work autonomously.

Well-developed time management and organisational skills

A desire to learn and commit to regular continuing professional development.

A commitment to engagement in quality improvement activities

Desired (but certainly not essential)

Knowledge of the NDIS

Experience working in the NDIS

Benefits

Work within an experienced team - we want our experience to become your knowledge.

Receive regular supervision from expert practitioners.

Opportunity for Professional Development both through our internal in-service program, journal club and external PD opportunities.

Work for a team that values your growth as a practitioner

Work for an organisation that values client outcomes

Flexibility to work from home while still closely connected to your team

You will be remunerated with an above award salary package.

Phone and laptop provided.

Part-time hours available

Referral program

Relocation assistance

Travel reimbursement

Our Culture

At BePositive we are a small team looking to grow our family. We have a strong focus on building a reliable and high-quality service and we are looking for team members who share our passion. We strive to build a team where every member is valued and supported to develop and love what they do every day.

BePositive is a flexible and inclusive employer that values and supports workforce diversity. We strongly support equal opportunity and encourage applicants from all people including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, those with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ community and people with a disability.

COVID-19 considerations:
BePositive Therapy have a covid safe plan.

Language:

English (Required)

Licence/Certification:

Behaviour Support Practitioner Suitability Approval (Required)

Driver Licence (Required)

Working with Children Check (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

Australia (Preferred)

Contact

For a confidential discussion contact Leigh Alley – Operations Manager on 03 9112 5982 or send your resume and covering letter to [email protected].