Speech Pathologist and Positive Behaviour Support Specialist
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2 days ago
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Job Summary
*** This role is for existing Proficient Advanced or Specialist Level Registered Practitioners in Brisbane - Full-time preferred but open to Part-time ***
About Us
About Us
Connect2Care is expanding into a new service delivery area creating an exciting opportunity to shape and grow our Behaviour Support (PBS) team. This is a chance to be part of a growing innovative space where your expertise will directly influence service design team culture and client outcomes.
Position Summary
Were looking for experienced Occupational Therapists Speech Pathologists and Psychologists to join the foundation of our new PBS team at a senior or advanced level. This is a rare opportunity to shape a Behaviour Support service from the ground up helping build processes team culture and service delivery as we grow.
As you come on board youll remain clinically active in your discipline (OT SP or Psych) contributing hands-on to client care while we develop our PBS function. Over time youll transition into a full-time Behaviour Support Specialist role as the team and service expand.
This is a real chance to make your mark step into leadership and accelerate your career while playing a key role in the growth and future of Connect2Care.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities for your initial role as a Speech Pathologist
Assess and treat clients with diverse needs (paediatrics adults)
Support NDIS goals and functional outcomes
Provide AT assessments and recommendations
Write clear timely reports
Manage a varied caseload and meet clinical targets
Collaborate with families referrers and other stakeholders
Engage in regular supervision and professional development
Key Responsibilities for your role as a PBS (once transitioned)
- Conduct assessments (functional behaviour assessments) and develop behaviour support plans (interim and comprehensive) that are person-centred and evidence-based and align with NDIS standards.
- Implement strategies and support participants and teams providing guidance training and collaboration with families and allied health staff.
- Monitor progress and ensure compliance reviewing plans reporting outcomes and adhering to NDIS and organisational requirements.
- Ensure plans enhance quality of life eliminate and reduce restrictive practices and promote meaningful skill development.
- Ensure all work within this space aligns with both NDIS and state and territory legislative requirements.
- Supervise junior BSP practitioners including being responsible for sign-off or endorsement of plans when required
- Contribute to the design growth and quality systems of the new Behaviour Support Team.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification in Psychology Occupational Therapy Speech Pathology or relevant discipline.
- Approved as an NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner by the NDIS Commission.
- Meets Proficient Advanced or Specialist BSP capability requirements.
- Professional registration/membership where applicable.
Requirements
- Working with Children Check & Police Check.
- NDIS worker screening check
- Drivers licence if travel is required.
- Professional indemnity/public liability insurance
Benefits
Why join us
- Flexible hours hybrid work options
- PD allowance paid study leave
- Relocation support
- Clear career pathways
- Admin support you can count on
- KPI and loyalty bonuses
- Laptop phone toll pass
- Annual leave loading
- Wellbeing support EAP private healthcare discounts
- Social events
Ready to join a workplace where youre supported valued and still growing
