Organisation : Villa Maria Catholic Homes
Location : Melbourne (Wantirna)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Disabilities
Salary type : Hourly
Application closing date : 5 Mar, 2018
About the organisation
Villa Maria Catholic Homes is committed to working in partnership with people of all ages and abilities to help them achieve their individual goals and dreams and to remain connected to their communities and enjoy their independence.
At VMCH we deliver the highest quality services and care to individuals of all faiths and backgrounds. We are a not-for-profit organisation providing residential aged care, affordable housing options, retirement living, senior support, disability care and education services to people across Victoria and southern New South Wales.
About the role
- Full-Time, Ongoing Position
- Wantirna Location
- Exciting And Evolving Role
About the role:
The Behaviour Support Specialist is responsible for providing comprehensive advice and support to children and adults with a disability, their families and their support networks through a positive behaviour support approach.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide and deliver specialist behaviour support services
- Conduct functional behavioural assessments
- Provide advice and support regarding the implementation of positive behaviour support plans, person-centred practice and a customer service approach
- Train and supports staff to develop and implement positive behaviour support strategies
- Work with the community and stakeholders to identify and access appropriate health resources for customers and their families
You will need to demonstrate:
- Full registration with AHPRA and eligible to provide Medicare services
- Experience in the disability sector
- Demonstrated experience & sound knowledge working with people with complex needs, including challenging behaviour, mental ill health and trauma
- Experience in the assessment, design and delivery of positive behaviour support
- Experience in managing a caseload with tight deadlines. Ability to prioritise caseload in a flexible manner according to client need
- High level of communication and consultation skills
- Analytical and conceptual thinking skills
- Understanding of person centred thinking
- Demonstrated ability to liaise with a range of agencies to negotiate and achieve positive client outcomes
- Current driver’s licence
Desired:
- Experience working within NDIS
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Behaviour Support Specialist via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Disabilities