About the role

As the Team Lead Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner at Yesability, you will be responsible for leading a team of experienced behaviour support practitioners to deliver high-quality, person-centred service, that empowers people living with difference.

Metropolitan positions are based from Osborne Park and Canning Vale office.

Regional and remote location is flexible.

About us

Yesability is a leading provider of specialist therapy support services, committed to empowering people living with disability. With a strong focus on positive behaviour support, we work closely with participants, their families and the broader professional health support team to develop tailored solutions that promote independence, social inclusion and quality of life.

What you'll be doing:

Manage, coordinate and supervise a team of Positive Behaviour Support Practitioners to ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery to clients

Develop and oversee the implementation of client-specific behaviour support plans that promote positive behaviours and enhance quality of life

Provide expert guidance, coaching and mentoring to team members to build their skills and capabilities

Involvement in the leadership and Governance decisions related to the Positive behaviour support sector.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including allied health professionals, to develop and review client support strategies

Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and industry standards

Contribute to the continuous improvement of YesAbility's behaviour support services

Support a small case load in order to remain ‘in touch’ with the service and requirements

Regional and remote position may require travel within Western Australia to support these communities and practitioners living in these areas.

Desirable Skills and Attributes:

Tertiary qualification in psychology, social work, occupational therapy or a related allied health discipline

Extensive experience (minimum 2 years) in providing positive behaviour support to people with complex needs

Demonstrated leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with clients, families and multidisciplinary teams

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop and implement practical behaviour support strategies

Thorough understanding of relevant legislation, regulations and industry standards governing positive behaviour support

Registered with NDIS as a PBS practitioner as proficient level or above

What we offer

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible start and finish times

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Flexible work arrangements and a supportive, inclusive work environment

Employee benefit program and initiatives, including Employee Assistance Program

Bonus incentives (Monthly over KPI and EOFY)

Mobile phone and laptop, access to iPads, Virtual Reality therapy

Kilometer reimbursement

Novated leasing options

Support, guidance and supervision from Advanced practitioners which support progress within the capability framework including consultations with other qualified therapists onsite.

Free onsite parking

Regular social and work events to maintain a positive working environment.

Regular remuneration reviews

Ability to achieve early completion of probation.

Regional and remote position attracts additional benefits including uplift during travel periods and per diems.