Team Lead Positive Behaviour Support

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 position is based from Osborne park 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.

What we’re looking for

• 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.