Certified Behaviour Analyst

About the Role As the Behaviour Analyst with Student Support Services in the Bayside Area you will be required to work as part of a small multidisciplinary area-based team to build the capabilities of student support services and schools to support children and young people to manage complex behaviours and access their education. You will provide a range of behaviour supports to the SSS Workforce and to school-aged students to improve student learning. You will have highly developed communication, networking and interpersonal skills that enable you to liaise effectively with a range of people in the education community and beyond. Work Type Fixed Term – Full Time until 22/11/2028 Location The successful applicant will be required to work from either our Bentleigh or Frankston office but move across Bayside as/when required. Supervision and peer support is available within the team. Responsibilities You will provide a range of behaviour supports to the SSS Workforce and to school-aged students to improve student learning. The purpose of Student Support Services is to assist children and young people facing a range of barriers to learning to achieve their educational and developmental potential through the provision of a range of strategies and specialised support at individual, group, school and network levels. Students Support Services (SSS) do vital work in supporting students’ health and wellbeing – particularly our most vulnerable students – and are critical to building an excellent education system that reduces the impact of disadvantage. Attributes Are you passionate about supporting workforces and schools to manage complex student behaviour, helping students achieve their educational goals and coordinating with other professionals to achieve student outcomes? As a Behaviour Analyst working with Bayside Peninsula, you’ll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young learners from diverse families by providing specialist behaviour support to schools and students. You’ll work in a vibrant, growing area with a supportive community, enjoying professional growth opportunities and the chance to make a difference every day. What We Offer The work we do matters greatly, and there are few comparable opportunities to shape the life of children and young people for the better. You will have access to a broad range of benefits including: Benefits Flexible working arrangements Professional development and learning opportunities A competitive salary with salary progression A range of salary packaging options Generous leave entitlements, including the option to purchase additional leave Required Qualifications A Masters qualification in Applied Behaviour Analysis as part of a verified course sequence specified by the Association for Behaviour Analysis Australia (ABAA) Accreditations Registration or membership with one of the following bodies: Association of Behaviour Analysis Australia (ABAA) as CBA‑U Registration or membership with one of the following bodies: Behaviour Analyst Certification Board (BACB) as BCaBA Current driver’s licence At least two years’ experience in the application of behavioural science in a practice setting Desirable: Registration as a Certified Behaviour Analyst (CBA) with ABAA or as a Board‑Certified Behaviour Analyst (BCBA) with BACB Registration or membership with one of the following bodies: Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA), Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT), Speech Pathology Australia (SPA), Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) Ability to work flexibly, as Student Support Services is a front‑line service requiring rapid response About the Department The role of the Department of Education is to support Victorians to build prosperous, socially engaged, happy and healthy lives. It does this by supporting lifelong learning and healthy development, strengthening families and helping to equip people with the skills and knowledge for a 21st century economy and society. About the Division Schools and Regional Services comprises 17 Areas within four regions across the state, as well as 5 central Divisions. Student Support Services (SSS) comprise the Allied Health professions of psychologists, speech pathologists, social workers, occupational therapists and behaviour analysts. SSS staff are part of an area‑based multi‑disciplinary health, wellbeing, and inclusion team and, together with the Area school improvement team, help build the capability of schools to support student achievement, engagement, and wellbeing. How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a CV and a cover letter (max. 2 pages) which summarises their skills, relevant experience and suitability to the role. Contact Alexandra Williams on Dayna Lay on Applications Close Applications close on 3rd December 2025 – 11:59 pm. #J-18808-Ljbffr