Our client is a highly regarded Not-for-Profit organisation providing support to individuals with disabilities in South Australia. The team is growing & the opportunity for a Behaviour Support Practitioner to join the Adelaide team is on offer.

The Role:

• Provide high-quality support to individuals with disabilities, enhancing their quality of life. Participants are across the lifespan, with a strong focus on adults with intellectual disabilities
• Enhance independence & well-being - support individuals in building communication, emotional regulation & social skills to foster independence
• Develop and implement individualised behaviour support plans based on evidence-based practices that align with the person's strengths, needs, and goals
• Deliver education and therapeutic support tailored to each person’s unique needs
• Training & support – educate families, carers, and support staff on how to implement behaviour strategies that promote positive outcomes
• Continuously increase your knowledge and skills as services evolve. Progress to more senior roles as the team grows

What sets this organisation apart?

• A high-performing & welcoming team where you’ll be supported to do your best
• Reasonable caseloads & billable targets of 5.5 hours/day, allowing you to perform quality work
• Travel in & around Adelaide, with minimal travel requirement outside of Adelaide metro – enabling you to focus on what matters most
• Elevate your career as the team grows – ample progression avenues on offer

The Benefits

• Salary of $92-105K + Super + salary packaging
• With up to $15,900 in salary packaging applied, remuneration is equivalent to $97-110K + Super in a private sector role!
• Full-time or open to part-time for the right person (ideally 4 days)
• Tailored Professional Development support in line with your goals
• Hybrid work arrangement – option to work from Stepney or Noarlunga offices & from home
• Health & wellness benefits, EAP & a great range of corporate discounts
• Access to pool cars or reimbursement for personal car use

The Ideal Candidate

• 1 year+ Behaviour Support Practitioner experience
• Tertiary qualifications in Developmental Education, Disability, Psychology or Social Work
• Professional body membership
• Dedicated to supporting people with disabilities
• Warm & professional, you are able to communicate with people from diverse backgrounds to achieve positive outcomes
• Relevant clearances – e.g. NDIS Worker Screening, WWCC
• Driver’s licence & car

For more information or a confidential discussion, please call Sally or Kristie on 1300 217 391 or email: [email protected]. Otherwise, please submit your application & we'll be in touch!

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