Behavior Support Practitioner

Company Description

Disability Talk is a National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider based in Melbourne. Established in 2018, we are a dedicated team of passionate and experienced individuals committed to supporting people in leading happier and healthier lives. We offer a wide range of supports within the community. Our core values are to be Respectful, Innovative, Self-determined, and Empowered (RISE).

Role Description

This is a Contract-Temp remote role for a Behavior Support Practitioner. The Behavior Support Practitioner will be responsible for developing behavior support plans, providing direct support to clients, working collaboratively with clients, their families, and other stakeholders, and documenting progress and outcomes. The role involves regular communication and coordination with clients and multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective support.

What we Offer

Flexible scheduling, admin support, peer supervision & optional co-working

- Clinical leadership from a team grounded in ethical, values-aligned PBS

- Freedom from micromanagement, within a supportive team

Remuneration: $140–$170/hr (incl. super)

Rates are negotiable depending on experience, level of independence, referral pathways, and supervision needs. We’re committed to ensuring clinicians feel valued and supported in a way that’s fair and sustainable.

Qualifications

– Tertiary qualification in behaviour analysis, psychology, social work, family therapy, or a related field.

– Registered as a Behaviour Support Practitioner (Core, Proficient, or Advanced/Specialist).

– NDIS Worker Screening, Working With Children Check (WWCC), completion of NDIS Worker Modules, and PRODA registration.

– Professional indemnity and public liability insurance.

– Own ABN, driver’s license, reliable vehicle, laptop, phone, and other essential tools for the role.

– Any other registrations, training, or compliance requirements relevant to the role or as required by NDIS and industry standards.

To Apply

Applications that do not address this criterion will not be considered.

Please include a brief cover letter that addresses the following points:

1. Your experience or knowledge about working independently as a contractor

2. Whether you have existing referrals or a plan to build a caseload

3. Anything else that makes this opportunity a good fit for you

4. Your intended work location in Australia