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).

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