A Behaviour Support Practitioner assesses why behaviours of concern happen, writes Behaviour Support Plans, coaches the people who use them and reviews how things are going. Under the NDIS, practitioners must be considered suitable by the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission.
What their work involves
- Getting to know the person and their support network
- Completing Functional Behaviour Assessments
- Writing interim and comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans
- Training families, support workers, teachers and educators
- Working with doctors, therapists and other services
- Identifying and reducing restrictive practices
- Monitoring progress and reviewing plans
Practitioner levels
Practitioners are assessed against the Positive Behaviour Support Capability Framework, which describes four levels: core, proficient, advanced and specialist. Higher levels can support people with more complex needs and provide clinical leadership.
How to choose a practitioner
- Check they are registered or working under a registered provider
- Ask about their experience with people like your family member
- Ask how they involve families, schools and support workers
- Ask how they work with restrictive practices
- Make sure you feel listened to. You can change practitioners if it isn’t working
Our team
Our clinical practice is led by Meg Hughes, Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner, with more than 25 years’ experience supporting children, young people and families. Jo Butler, Proficient Behaviour Support Practitioner, supports both children and adults.
This guide is general information only. It is not medical or legal advice. Talk with us about your situation.
