Behaviour Support Specalist

Job description

The Role

• As a Behaviour Support Specialist, you will form part of the Clinic Team and will provide therapeutic clinical expertise and support in developing and implementing professional, evidence-base and informationative Behaviour Support Plans for children and young people in an OOHC program.
• Working with a leader in Aboriginal Child Protection.

Duties and Key Responsibilities

• Developing comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans that are therapeutic, incorporate positive behaviour strategies and are compliant with the legislative requirements of the PSP program.
• Train carers and key support people in the implementation of strategies to support child or young people in their natural environment.

Skills and Experience

• Bachelor qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or Allied Health field.
• Understanding of trauma informed principles in behaviour support
• NSW Drivers License
• Working with Children Check and National Police Check clearance
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal communities, families and children
• Solid experience as a Behaviour Support Practitioner, including assessing, developing, and implementing Positive Behaviour Support Plans.