Behaviour Support NDIS Services

Behaviours of concern might include:

• Physical aggression toward others or property
• Self-injurious behaviours (e.g. head banging, skin picking)
• Verbal aggression, yelling, or swearing
• Running away or absconding from safe environments
• Refusing essential care or support
• Social withdrawal, disengagement, or distress in group settings

These behaviours are not “bad” or “naughty” — they are often the result of difficulty in expressing needs or responding to overwhelming environments. Our role is to help participants build safer and more effective ways of communicating and coping.

NDIS behaviour support is suitable for individuals of all ages who need extra help with emotional regulation, communication, and social engagement. Common participant profiles include:

• Children and teenagers with autism spectrum disorder who exhibit frustration or aggression
• Adults with psychosocial disabilities who experience complex behavioural responses to anxiety or trauma
• People with intellectual disabilities who require structured behavioural guidance
• Participants living in SIL or group settings where shared space can be a trigger for behavioural episodes

Our service is appropriate for both short-term support plans and long-term behavioural intervention.

In many cases, behaviour support is most effective when delivered alongside other NDIS-funded services. We can work in partnership with:

• Speech therapists to support communication strategies
• Occupational therapists for sensory integration plans
• Psychologists or counsellors for trauma or anxiety-related behaviours
• Support Coordinators to ensure service alignment and consistency

We also provide reports for NDIS plan reviews and assist with funding justification when increased support is required.

We believe behaviour support should never be about control or punishment. Instead, our approach is:

• Respectful: We uphold the dignity and rights of all participants
• Collaborative: We work with everyone in the participant’s life to build consistent support
• Inclusive: Our plans are accessible and culturally appropriate
• Flexible: We adapt as the participant grows, learns, and changes
• Evidence-Based: All recommendations are grounded in established behavioural science

In some circumstances, restrictive practices may be in place to ensure safety. These can include physical restraints, environmental restrictions, or limited access to items. Under NDIS rules, these practices must:

• Be reported to the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission
• Be used only as a last resort
• Be part of a plan that includes strategies to reduce and eliminate their use over time

Our practitioners are trained to guide organisations and families through this reporting process while focusing on eliminating these practices through proactive strategies.

Some of the results our participants have achieved include:

• Reduced frequency and severity of outbursts
• Increased attendance at school or day programs
• Successful transitions from residential settings to community-based living
• Greater independence with daily routines
• Improved relationships with family and peers
• Better understanding of personal triggers and coping strategies

These outcomes are not only measurable but deeply meaningful for participants and their families.