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Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner & Team Leader

hello@inclusiontree.com.au — Thu, 08 Jan 2026 00:04:10 +0000

Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner & Team Leader

Location: Flexible – Work from Home & in the Community
Employment Type: Full Time
Award: Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award

Grow Your Impact. Lead with Heart.

At Inclusion Tree, we don’t just provide services; we nurture human potential. We are a national NDIS provider committed to human-centred, trauma-informed, and strengths-focused support. Our secret to growth? Investing deeply in our people. Now, we’re looking for a dedicated Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner ready to step into a leadership role that blends hands-on practice with the chance to shape our future.

This is a unique career pathway role, designed for a practitioner who excels in delivering high-quality behaviour support and feels called to lift up those around them. You’ll start with a manageable billable caseload (~28 hours/week), with a clear trajectory toward greater leadership. Imagine your role evolving, from expert practitioner to mentor, and potentially toward a Clinical Director pathway. This is where your clinical excellence meets your leadership ambition.

Your Role: Where Clinical Excellence Meets Inspiring Leadership

You will be the heartbeat of a team of passionate Behaviour Practitioners. Your mission is twofold:

Deliver exceptional, advanced behaviour support to a dedicated caseload.
Lead, mentor, and grow a team, embedding a culture of quality, reflection, and continuous learning.

You will lead by example, focusing on:

Building Capability: Providing clinical supervision and mentorship to practitioners, fostering their professional growth.
Championing Quality: Ensuring all practices exceed NDIS Commission standards and reflect our innovative, integrity-driven approach.
Driving Culture: Being a torchbearer for Inclusion Tree’s We-Flow principles, nurturing a supportive, collaborative, and whole-hearted team environment.
Advancing Practice: Contributing to the strategic growth of our Behaviour Support service, maintaining our reputation for excellence.

You will maintain a rewarding clinical practice, including:

Conducting Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBAs) and developing impactful Behaviour Support Plans.
Lodging plans with the NDIS Commission and advocating for the reduction and elimination of restrictive practices.
Uplifting the quality of life for participants by training and supporting them, their families, and support staff.

Essential Criteria:

A relevant Degree in Behaviour Support, Psychology, Social Work, Allied Health, or equivalent.
Proven experience as a Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner, including complex assessments and plan development.
Deep knowledge of the NDIS, Behaviour Support Practice Standards, and relevant legislation.
Demonstrated leadership, whether formal or informal, in mentoring, supervision, or team development.
A genuine passion for building a strong, cohesive, and capable team.
Outstanding communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.
A heartfelt commitment to Inclusion Tree’s values and a We-Flow culture of growth and learning.

Why Choose Inclusion Tree?

A Clear Career Pathway: We are explicitly investing in your future. Your billable hours will reduce over time as your leadership responsibilities grow.
Intentional Culture: We live by our We-Flow principles, creating an environment where your personal and professional development is prioritised.
Purpose-Driven Work: Your expertise will directly enhance lives while shaping the next generation of practitioners.
National Impact, Local Flexibility: Enjoy the autonomy of community-based and work-from-home arrangements as part of a respected national organisation.

Inclusion Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We select staff based on merit and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We warmly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

How to Apply: Let Your Story Shine

To apply, please prepare a typed application that includes:

A statement against each of the Essential Criteria, using examples to demonstrate how you meet them.
Your current resume, detailing your relevant skills and experience.
A copy of your relevant academic qualifications.
Contact details for two recent work-related referees (one should be a recent supervisor if possible).

Submit your application via the ‘APPLY NOW’ button below.

Download the full job/role description HERE!

Apply today and help us cultivate a future where everyone thrives.

Karina Bell

APACMS — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 02:45:07 +0000

Karina Bell

Cert IV Employment Services
Cert IV Photography
Divemaster – Padi SCUBA

Experience

have over 12 years’ experience in the social services sector – including Human Services, Employment Services, Youth and Family Support and Disability Support.

My work history in these fields were opportunities that presented to me, rather than me following a qualifications path that led to working in these fields. In my mid 20’s I found myself being offered a role within the Employment sector, which quickly led from basic junior admin, to Site Manager of an employment office, within a few short years. I found myself relishing opportunities to help clients move from their current space of often undervaluing themselves and getting weighed down by systematic processes, to elevating themselves to a place of identifying what goals they would like to set and subsequently supporting these clients to reach their full potential, or the best version that they were capable of at any given time.

Passions

Family is everything to me. I don’t consider myself a lucky person, more so I have been blessed beyond measure. I have a young family, all now going to school and each one thriving and joyous in their own personal worlds. My childhood was one of absolute simplistic contentment, and I now savour being able to provide and focus on the simple things in life with my own children. Family holidays, day adventures and lots of fun in the sun and the water are our typical go to activities. And playing football! (soccer).

Being active and out in nature are essential to me maintaining my mental health and physical health balance. I love playing sport, gardening, riding, hiking. I’ve spent many years travelling and living out my passions of snowboarding and scuba diving. With my children now a little older, I’m ready to literally dive back into both!

I am passionate advocate for justice, truth and honestly and I find it deeply rewarding to support others who have very real struggles, in finding their own truth and owning their future directions.

And I love music! Listening, playing guitar and singing – although I’m tone deaf. Watch this space – you may inadvertently find me singing to you during meetings or interviews.

What others admire about me

I am very often complimented on being easy going, not easily caught up in drama, genuinely happy and friendly, with a let’s just get the task done focus.
I am fiercely loyal and I’m always true to my word.

As a team player, I pride myself on being honest, empathetic, and non-judgmental, focusing on fostering trust and collaboration in every situation. I’m not afraid to put in the hard work and embracing challenges with a hands-on approach, demonstrating unwavering dedication to supporting others in enhancing and enriching their own lives.

What is important to me

Being present in living each day and being conscious and grateful for each breath is the most important thing to me. Every decision I make stems from the simplicity of appreciating my life. I’m learning to put myself as my top priority to ensure my mental health and physical health are in balance, and the rest will follow without resentment.

In employment situations, I work most efficiently when I feel safe, valued, heard and supported by those around me. Being non-judgemental is a natural trait of mine and I give honour in respecting others personal opinions and choices.

What others need to know to support me

work efficiently and confidently when I am set to task and know what I need to achieve within timeframes. I like to feel ahead of the game and understand my clients’ rights and responsibilities when supporting them with their plans and goals for their future.

I am acutely aware and respectful of others time and energy and it can be a downfall of mine that I don’t seek enough support from colleagues when I need it, also often assuming that I may be putting others out. This is especially true when learning new skills.

I find myself very productive earlier in the day with (sometimes mundane) tasks of administration, researching, reporting, etc. I come to life later in the day ready to connect with others, reflect on the productivity of the morning and reflect on the bigger picture of a clients objective and plans. I then find myself with a clear head to have flexibility to change things that I have since identified, that may not be the best path forward.

I value messages and emails over a phone call as I like to have a clear, composed and focused mind to respond properly. By having the time to process and craft a thoughtful reply, I feel more confident in providing the best possible response, without the pressure of needing to react quickly in the moment. This approach allows me to communicate more clearly and effectively, aligning with my desire to ensure that my interactions are well-considered and meaningful.

Where We Support

Inclusion Tree are a team of Disability Supporters who work with participants all across Australia through virtual and in-person means.

Talk to us about how we can best support you.

Kirstie Tyler

APACMS — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:17:20 +0000

Kirstie Tyler

Advance Diploma in Community Services -Early
Childhood Education and Care.
Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care
Certificate 3 Community Services (Youth Work)
Certificate 3 Community Services (Children’s Services)
Statement of Attainment- Manage Meetings
Statement of Attainment- Manage Workforce Planning
Statement of Attainment- Undertake Project Work
Statement of Attainment- Identify and Respond to
Children and Young People at Risk
Statement of Attainment- Support Employee and Industrial Relations

Experience

Over 20 years experience of working in Early Childhood Education.

I started as a trainee at 17 in ECE and was a part of everything within the industry. I worked as a cook, room assistant, room leader, Educational leader, 2nd in charge & Director.

I also had the opportunity to work alongside HR to employ other educators and the policy writers to help implement & review policies & procedures within the service.

Passions

My family is my biggest passion. Raising a young woman in this era has been difficult to navigate especially with her disabilities. She is my biggest inspiration watching her succeed in her life has been my biggest passion, as well as watching my husband work hard for his career dreams & achieving them within 1 year of his new company.
Watching & playing sports is another big passion, I enjoy watching NRL, Netball, Ice Hockey & NFL.

I was a South Sydney representative for Touch Football during my teen years, as well as a champion Netball player.

I’m passionate about helping children grow & develop. Watching children meet their milestones & develop into young teens is something that makes me happy to be a part of.

What others admire about me

Kirstie is a very honest and true person. She says what is on her mind in a respectful way.

Kirstie is very organised & it helps with her friends & family when they need help being more organised.

I have been told I am generous, caring to everyone & kind. Reliable, smart, quick learner & definitely entertaining.

Kirstie is very family orientated, loving, compassionate, strong, brave, unique & respectful towards others.

Kirstie has a great sense of humor, punctual, trustworthy & head strong.

What is important to me

My family & friends. I would do anything for them at the drop of a hat. I love my circle & love watching them all succeed in life.

Work
Once I find something interesting I will go out of my way to learn as much as I can about that topic. I enjoy learning new things & just learning in general.

Once I have learnt a new topic I love being able to spread my knowledge to everyone either at work or in my circle. The more people learn, the more the world learns too.

What others need to know to support me

I have difficulty asking for help, even when I feel overwhelmed. I don’t like feeling that I’m disappointing people even when I’m not & this makes it hard for me to ask for help.

I understand that everyone works & learns in different ways & will never pressure anyone to work & learn the same way I do.

I always strive to do my best in every situation I am put in & find that I can adapt to situations quickly if needed.

Where We Support

Inclusion Tree are a team of Disability Supporters who work with participants all across Australia through virtual and in-person means.

Talk to us about how we can best support you.

Steph Daemon

APACMS — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 04:14:00 +0000

Steph Daemon

10 years experience in Pharmacy

Experience

I have over 10 years experience in Pharmacy, working in roles from Pharmacy Assistant to Stock Manager. In recent years I have focused more on Marketing and Communications, working in National Communications roles, within the healthcare and the not-for-profit sector, and working strongly in advocacy and DEI best practice.

Passions

I am incredibly passionate about advocacy and support for those who don’t feel brave enough, or don’t have ability to speak up for themselves. I love to create guidelines, practices and campaigns that speak volume and create outcomes and action, and support others in their journeys to accomplishing big things. In my personal life I am dedicated to the advocacy and support for women in the perinatal period, especially local women in my community to have access to the same level of care that women in cities would, and having options in their birthing and postnatal periods that will improve outcomes in their physical and mental health. I love to read books about women’s health, and enjoy practicing gratitude and gentle parenting.

What others admire about me

From feedback within my workplaces, and within my community, others admire my passion and dedication to supporting those who are underrepresented, and my soft nature and deep love for newborns and mothers. Those in my life know I will do anything to support them, at anytime, and with no expectations of anything in return.

What is important to me

As I get older, it’s important to me to align myself with people, actions and intentions that are positive and whole.

What others need to know to support me

Be open and honest in communication, and let me know anything they are thinking or feeling, whether good or bad, I will always have time to listen to any issues arising, and work with you to resolve these without this affecting any on going relationships. I love working with people who are kind, and thankful, but also firm and can hold boundaries and deadlines. I work best with a clean desk, a candle burning and TV playing in the background!

Where We Support

Inclusion Tree are a team of Disability Supporters who work with participants all across Australia through virtual and in-person means.

Talk to us about how we can best support you.

Miki Francis

APACMS — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 05:20:41 +0000

Miki Francis

Psychosocial Recovery Coaching
Entry Support Co-ordinator modules
Sticky Stuff – Online Sexual Health Training for Adolescents
Positive partnership- Austism modules
Manual handling Certificate
First Aid
WWCC
Police Check

Experience

Over 8 years’ experience in disability services – including Aged care and Disability Supports.

4.5 Years Support Worker experience

Experience with behaviour support strategies and implementation

Passions

Miki loves Music – having a great love for piano playing, All things plants are a huge interest-with a history of Bush regeneration throughout the northern rivers.

Bush walking, camping, and animals are also a huge love and interest in Miki’s life.

Consequently David Attenborough is a favourite for watching on a couch potato rainy day!

Whilst raising two beautiful young boys one living with Disability the passion to support positive progress, autonomy, and life skills is a daily passion in life and work.

Being so involved has given Miki enormous insight to living with disability making it a passion to support others and make a positive difference by enriching lives.

What others admire about me

MIki is a warm, understanding and passionate person who loves working with people, and making a positive difference in others lives.

Due to her ability to be able to connect with a diverse range of people and ages she has demonstrated competence in advocating for unique needs for each individual she encounters.

Miki enjoys being a part of team and values high importance on collaboration for reaching the highest potential for positive outcomes.

She is honest, hard working and prides herself on integrity in her work.

What is important to me

Finding time to ensure my self care is prioritsed is very important to me.
Ensuring my family is happy and good nutrition is being provided for a healthy basis of life is highly valued.

Work

I operate best in a well structured environment with effective planning and scheduling.

A clean and tidy workspace is of the upmost importance as it keeps my mind calm and focused.

Taking breaks gives me the chance to reset when stagnation kicks in at times and allows me to refresh my perception of the task being undertaken.

What others need to know to support me

What others need to know and/or do to support me: Feeling as though I am apart of a team is important to me as I feel well supported and thrive when feeling solid.

When feeling overwhelmed with a task I need at times to step back and reassess the platform of work to ensure coming back brings the best of me to tackle the task.

I take my work very seriously and really totally invest myself in all that I apply myself to. I am a little on the side of perfectionist when it comes to my work- however do not hold this expectation at all for others – Therefore it can be hard at times when things are not running smoothly.

I enjoy to check in occasionally with team members and value their experience and insight enormously. I find this one of the ost valuablke tools for learning.

When I become overwhelmed with my workload, I can become withdrawn. I am not a procrastinator therefore I will get through these moments. Feeling connected to my team really helps me.

Where We Support

Inclusion Tree are a team of Disability Supporters who work with participants all across Australia through virtual and in-person means.

Talk to us about how we can best support you.

Kieron Johnston

APACMS — Tue, 12 Mar 2024 05:46:51 +0000

Kieron Johnston

Certificate Children’s Services
Certificate lll Individual Support

Experience

I have had 12 years working with Children. Including family day care, Preschool. Oosh and Early intervention.

5 years working in aged care, including home, community and age care facility.

3 years working in the NDIS, early intervention therapy and coordination.

Lived experience with 2 of my children having been diagnosed with additional needs.

Passions

I love to look after my health, you’ll often find me at the gym or taking a walk on the beach.

I love to spend time with my 5 beautiful children, we love going to the beach, the park and going fishing.

Coffee is life when you have a big family and I can always appreciate a great coffee at anytime of the day!

What others admire about me

I’d like to think that people admire my easy-going friendly nature. People say that I am easy to talk to and a good listener.

Friends often ask me how I manage having 5 kids. I often think people admire the way I juggle life and parenthood.

What is important to me

Taking care of my family. Seeing my children happy.
Taking care of myself, creating healthy meals and going to the gym.

I love a challenge and I tend to not give up until I have found solution.

I enjoy being in a team environment and love to learn from others around me.

What others need to know to support me

I like to be on schedule as much as possible. I like to have as much notice as I can to organise my time effectively.

Where We Support

Inclusion Tree are a team of Disability Supporters who work with participants all across Australia through virtual and in-person means.

Talk to us about how we can best support you.

Emily Els

APACMS — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 04:09:43 +0000

Emily Els

Bachelor’s degree in social science majoring in behavioural studies.
Certificate in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)

Experience

5 years experience working as a support coordinator in complex mental health.
OOHC and complex cases

Passions

Fashion, art, music, having a good time, my friends, enjoying my life and being social.

My kids, I have 2 daughters Clover (11) and Poem (9) who are just radical little humans.

What others admire about me

Not sure, I’m outgoing, love a chat, love a good laugh and get a lot of joy out of helping people.

What is important to me

My family and my friends, living a good life, being of service to others. Building great relationships with the people that I love! Work I love my job and supporting my participants. I like working hard and helping the people I support achieve their goals and just progress in their lives. I have a lot of experience in mental health, child protection and working with multiple government interfaces. I love my job! My favourite bit is the people I meet and building good relationships with my participants. I also love making good connections for my participants by finding the right providers to suit their needs.

What others need to know to support me

Not sure, just be easy to talk to, non judgmental and open to sharing info.

Where We Support

Inclusion Tree are a team of Disability Supporters who work with participants all across Australia through virtual and in-person means.

Talk to us about how we can best support you.

Renee Davies

APACMS — Sun, 18 Feb 2024 11:21:38 +0000

Renee Davies

Bachelor Arts and Bachelor Business (Management)

Experience

Previous experience in HR management in the Construction industry
Personal experience with family directed and managed support for a family member
A number of years pre-NDIS experience supporting families with self-directed supports
Support Coordinator since 2019, since NDIS roll out on Sunshine Coast.

Passions

My family – My husband and 2 kids, Conscious parenting, Natural health and wellbeing, Nature, water, creeks, bush and nature walks, camping and exploring our property, our little part of the world

– growing food, creating spaces for children to play and grow, wildlife we share our property with.

Supporting people to experience a sense of purpose, reaching for potential.

What others admire about me

Calm and collected Genuine and approachable Loving and caring mother and partner Compassionate and kind High level of integrity

What is important to me

Mine and my family’s health and wellbeing.

Healthy, tasty food, growing some of our own food.

Time with my family, Contributing and helping my children’s school/classes.

Some time to myself
Balance

Work
I am at my best and most effectve when I am organised. It allows me to focus and reduces the pull of distractons.

It is important to me to have people that I can run issues, questions and ideas past when needed.

What others need to know to support me

It is important to me to have people that I can run issues, questions and ideas past when needed. I like to know I have support when and if I need it.

Where We Support

Inclusion Tree are a team of Disability Supporters who work with participants all across Australia through virtual and in-person means.

Talk to us about how we can best support you.

Tania Austin

APACMS — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 04:26:10 +0000

Tania Austin

Diploma Community services
Certificate 4 front line management
Certificate 4 Disability
Certificate 3 Home and community
Certificate 3 Age care
First aid
Positive behaviour support
Peg tube feeding
Medication Competencies
Sexual harassment prevention
Nutrition and swallowing
Children and young people at risk of harm
Aggressive challenging behavior
Extinguisher, evacuation Procedures
Adult mental health first aid
Domestic and family violence
Infection control
Communication skills to build strong relationships
Facilitate responsible behaviour
Respond holistically to client issues
Work with diverse people
Safe waste management
Completed up to date Aus med training

Experience

25 years of experience working with Paraquad, Catholicare, Wesley mission, West nurse services, Afford.

Team leader for Respite centres and group homes.

Camden nursing home Dementia respite.

I have completed my qualifications over the years.

Passions

My passion is my job with the disability sector, I feel you are required to lead by example to be a great team builder and team player.

What others admire about me

Im straight to the point I don’t sugar coat things.

I put my family first and spoil my grand children.

What is important to me

Work, Family & Friends, going on holidays and making sure my family are safe and happy

What others need to know to support me

I like to be supported by having person/persons there to listen and guide me when required.

Where We Support

Inclusion Tree are a team of Disability Supporters who work with participants all across Australia through virtual and in-person means.

Talk to us about how we can best support you.

Teresa Robertson

APACMS — Wed, 29 Nov 2023 04:26:01 +0000

Teresa Robertson

Bachelor Health Science (Rehabilitation Counselling)
Bachelor of Paramedicine
Diploma Disability Work
Diploma Human Resources Management
Diploma Remedial Massage
Cert IV Community Services (Service Coordination)
Soon to complete Grad cert IV (old version of assessment and training etc)

Experience

15 year’s within the Disability Sector – support worker , team leader, area coordinator.

Triplet boys all with unique challenges.

Running a massage business.

Passions

My animals and spending time with them. Helping people to grow and making things easier for them.

Assisting my boys to be the best that they can be despite the challenges.

What others admire about me

My passion for my family and pets. I can laugh at myself. I can keep a secret.

What is important to me

Family, my children, my wife and my pets. I like to learn new things that are of Interest to me.

What others need to know to support me

Give me time to respond, I am usually thinking. I do not like noisy crowded spaces. I like a cup of tea with milk. I like things to be simple and easy.

Where We Support

Inclusion Tree are a team of Disability Supporters who work with participants all across Australia through virtual and in-person means.

Talk to us about how we can best support you.