Activ8 Mind are a thriving and rapidly growing mental health and human services organisation originating in South Australia. We are a values driven organisation, embracing growth, thoughtful care and proactive service provision
Join us at the grass roots level as we expend into Melbourne and surrounds.
We offer a friendly and positive workplace culture (team of 25+ multidisciplined in SA) , with induction/support program which includes regular f2f presence from key personnel to facilitate a positive and effective onboarding and learning experience.
We are seeking an experienced and NDIS registered PBS practitioner (any level)
WHY ACTIV8 MIND over the others …..
We provide
Ongoing training, growth, and professional development opportunities.
You will receive a blend of F2F and regular telehealth support from our leaders and senior practitioners on a regular basis, including guidance through our PBS personal learning program.
Bi- monthly guest speakers.
Flexible work arrangements ~ manage your own calendar to be where you need and want to be: Predominantly WESTERN, NORTH WESTERN, / home.
Reasonable KPIs with incremental KPI expectations while you integrate into the business.
Competitive salary and generous motor vehicle allowance.
Access to purchase an additional 4 weeks leave per year.
A multi disciplined team so you can access a broad spectrum of perspectives and approaches to inform your practice.
Ability to work towards a tailored and specialised case load group, e.g, Mental health, young people etc, or keep it diverse.
For those with 3+ years direct PBS experience work towards a senior role which includes mentoring, quality assurance and team support activities.
THE ROLE:
Full time or part time (min 3 days)
You will be responsible for:
· Provision of effective, evidence based assessments, therapy, motivational and behavioural counselling to a range of clients.
· Conducting assessments to create behaviour support plans.
· Developing customised strategies for individuals with disabilities which address their needs, reduce challenging behaviours and limit the use of restrictive practices.
· Collaborate with participants, their families, healthcare professionals, caregivers, and service providers to ensure behaviour support plans meet NDIS requirements.
· Conduct psychometric, behavioural and other assessments.
· Provide psycho-cognitive education to clients.
And a few of our MUST’s :
· Relevant degree eg: Psychology / Behavioural Science, Developmental Education , Special Ed, Social Work, Occupational Therapy.
· Interest / experience with adults & youth ( we service 8-65).
· Skills/ knowledge of some evidence based therapies.
· Good problem solving & verbal communication skills.
· NDIS worker screening check (or eligible).
· Working with Children Check (or eligible).
· Own vehicle.
· Growth mindset and agile.
· Able to maintain highly professional conduct and positive work behaviours especially in the areas of client communication and record keeping.
· Provisional Psychologists should have AHPRA registration or be eligible under the 5+ 1 internship pathway.
· Able to provide positive referees / references.
Applications considered as they are received. Application requires cover letter and resume
Desired commencement ~ASAP . Interviews will be via TEAMS , references required.