Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Christies Beach
20/11/2025
07/12/2025
Permanent - Full Time
Adelaide Metro
Allied Health
About Novita
Novita nurtures ambition of every size and shape, for a career that grows with you, in a team that supports you.
Novita is South Australia’s most established provider of therapy, assistive technology, community programs and community living services for people with disabilities and we’re evolving every day.
Novita brings you the benefits of structure along with the freedom to grow within an environment that’s big, but personal. We equip you with the tools to thrive as the whole person you are, embracing whatever makes you tick, so you can reach your true potential. Our leaders remain by your side, respectful of your autonomy, because they care about you accomplishing your professional goals. And the sheer variety of Novita’s offerings means opportunities to take your career where you want it to go.
Work at a place that supports you to achieve your best, so you can support others to achieve theirs.
Job Description
About You
You’re passionate about making a positive impact in people’s lives
You work autonomously and confidently manage your own workload and priorities
You’re adaptable and solution-focused when facing challenges
You communicate with empathy and professionalism
You’re committed to continuous learning and growth
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced practitioner for this full time role based at our Christies Beach office, supporting clients with complex needs where you will:
Manage a varied clinical caseload with diverse client goals
Apply evidence-based strategies to reduce your clients’ reliance on behaviours of concern and work towards fading out restrictive practices
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Ensure compliance with NDIS and organisational standards
Contribute to service innovation and quality improvement
Applicants seeking part time work are encouraged to apply.
Desired Skills and Experience
Knowledge, skills and experience
Ability to apply and evaluate Positive Behaviour Support interventions including Functional Behaviour Assessments and developing Behaviour Support Plans
Strong problem-solving and adaptability to meet diverse client needs
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Sound time management and organisational abilities
Proficiency in documentation and compliance with NDIS standards
Familiarity with and commitment to achieving the objectives of the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission Positive Behaviour Support Capability Framework
Education and Qualifications
Relevant graduate or postgraduate qualification in allied health or related field e.g., Developmental Education, Board Certified Behaviour Analyst, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Speech Pathology, Psychological Science, Behavioural Science or related discipline and/or post graduate certificate in Positive Behaviour Support
Registered as a Behaviour Support Practitioner with NDIS Quality & Safeguards Commission
Self-assessed and supervisor-endorsed at Core Practitioner level or above preferred
AHPRA or relevant discipline board registration (if applicable)
Current First Aid certificate (desirable)
Working with Children and NDIS Worker Checks
Valid Driver’s license and willingness to use own vehicle
We’re serious about safeguarding our clients. If you don’t have a current NDIS Worker Check and SA Working with Children Check, we’ll let you know how to obtain these prior to starting work with us.
Why join Novita?
With experience in Positive Behaviour Support, when you’re ready to take the next step, Novita offers opportunities to grow into senior roles, mentor others, and contribute to professional development.
Access tailored clinical supervision from a Board-Certified Behaviour Analyst and a clear development plan
Work in a supportive team alongside highly skilled allied health professionals
Participate in specialised training for assessments, plan writing, and strategy implementation
Share ideas and build strong relationships through regular team meetings
Contribute to learning by mentoring or supporting students
You’ll also enjoy a range of other benefits:
Total salary package includes base salary, annual leave loading and 12% superannuation
Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 of your salary, increasing your take-home pay
Further maximise your take home pay with additional salary packaging benefits including meal and entertainment expenses, accommodation and venue hire, private novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
Apply Now
For a confidential conversation before applying, contact Mandy Whitehead on Mandy.Whitehead@novita.org.au
Applications close Sunday 7 December 2025. As this position is vacant, we are looking to undertake interviews as applications are submitted. Novita may close this advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified before the listed closing date.
Novita is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants with a disability and/or who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply.
Potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks prior to confirmation of employment.
