Positive Behaviour Support Planner

HealthCare of New Zealand – Christchurch, South Island Christchurch Community & Office Based | Hybrid Full Time | Permanent | 40 hours per week Competitive Salary + KiwiSaver + Phone + Laptop EAP Support + Career Development Opportunities Respectful, Inclusive Culture + Ongoing Professional Development Who we are | Ko wai mātou? At New Zealand Health Group, we are committed to supporting disabled people in Aotearoa New Zealand to live meaningful, self-directed lives. Our Disability Support Services are grounded in respect, partnership, and inclusion, reflecting our belief that all people deserve equal opportunities to achieve their aspirations. Our work is guided by strong alignment to the Enabling Good Lives (EGL) principles and Te Tiriti o Waitangi, ensuring culturally responsive, person-centred support that strengthens independence, dignity, and wellbeing. As a Positive Behaviour Support Planner, you will work alongside disabled people, children where applicable, and adults, as well as their whānau and support networks, to develop and implement positive behaviour support approaches that improve quality of life and reduce behaviours of concern. You will play a key role in coaching and supporting frontline teams to confidently and consistently implement Positive Behaviour Support strategies. Working closely with Service Delivery Managers, Health Advisors, multidisciplinary teams, and regional leadership, you will help ensure practice is consistent, evidence-informed, and aligned to best outcomes for the people we support. This role is primarily Monday to Friday, office hours, with a mix of community/residential engagement and office-based work across Christchurch and surrounding areas. A pool vehicle is available for work-related travel. Key responsibilities You will be responsible for developing and supporting positive behaviour approaches that strengthen independence, safety, and wellbeing outcomes. This includes coaching staff in Positive Behaviour Support strategies, providing practical guidance through observation and feedback, and supporting the implementation of behaviour support and safety plans. You will work directly with disabled people and their whānau to ensure plans are meaningful, respectful, and tailored to individual needs. You will also contribute to multidisciplinary collaboration across service delivery teams, ensuring integrated approaches that align with clinical guidance, organisational standards, and funding requirements. A strong focus will be placed on improving quality of life outcomes and strengthening staff capability in managing complex behaviours in a safe and person-centred way. You will have at least 1–3 years’ experience working alongside disabled people in disability, mental health, education, or a related human services environment, with direct exposure to behaviours of concern and complex support needs. You will bring experience in coaching or supporting staff to implement behaviour support approaches, with a strong understanding of Positive Behaviour Support principles. A BILD PBS qualification or equivalent training is desirable, or a willingness to complete formal Positive Behaviour Support development. A background in applied psychology, health, teaching, or a related field will be highly regarded. You will demonstrate strong emotional intelligence, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build trusted relationships with whānau, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams. You will be resilient, reflective, and confident working in dynamic and sometimes unpredictable environments. A full NZ driver licence is required, and you must be able to undergo police vetting and VCA checks. Why join us | He aha ai mātou? At New Zealand Health Group, you will be part of a values-driven organisation committed to inclusion, equity, and professional growth. You will be supported with ongoing training, structured development pathways, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of disabled people and their whānau every day. If you are passionate about Positive Behaviour Support and want to strengthen outcomes for people through coaching, collaboration, and evidence-based practice, we would love to hear from you. Applicants must be a NZ Citizen/Resident or hold a valid NZ work permit. #J-18808-Ljbffr