Behaviour Support Lead

The Opportunity: 

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Behaviour Support Therapist who can lead, supervise and develop a team of behaviour support practitioners.  The team provide support to people across Greater Newcastle, Lower Hunter, Lake Macquarie, and Central Coast.  

This is a full-time 12 month leave relief role from 5th May 2025

Why Work for us? 

Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits: 

• Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools (this includes Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College and Lakes Grammar)
• Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
• Discounted private health insurance through Medibank
• Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish!
• Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program
• Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
• Paid parental leave 
• Flexible working options 

The role and responsibilities: 

• Day to day direct supervision of the Behaviour Support Team ensuring effective service delivery. 
• Implementation of service delivery in line with strategic and operational goals. 
• Engaging with current and potential clients ensuring timely response to feedback and complaints, intake and referral conversion and general client queries. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management skills. 
• Commitment to Continuing Professional Development, Evidenced Based Practice, and measuring clinical outcomes. 
• Assisting with the implementation of organisational systems and processes which support continuous improvement strategies in the business performance of the Behaviour Support service. 
• Managing key internal and external stakeholder relationships including the National Disability Insurance Agency (NDIA), government agencies and non-government organisations. 
• A clinical caseload and providing a clinically relevant service based on evidence-based practice (as required). 

About you?  

• Hold relevant degree or extensive training and experience in Positive Behaviour Support
• Meets the requirements of an Advanced or Specialist Practitioner standing according to the NDIS positive Behaviour Support Capability Framework
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Behaviour Support Practitioner in a lead role
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in the development of behaviour support plans and skills programs.  
• Demonstrated experience in supervising behaviour support practitioners to achieve appropriate outcomes, prioritising workloads and managing clients with complex needs 
• Demonstrated understanding of WH&S, EEO, confidentiality principles and other relevant legislations pertaining to client groups. 
• Valid NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) and NDIS Worker Screening Check, willingness to complete a Criminal History Check, First Aid, NDIS Worker Orientation Module, Pre Employment Medical and hold a valid NSW Drivers Licence. 

Who we are?

Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.

We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.

For more information visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au or for a copy of the Position Description, email the talent team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.au   

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