Behaviours that seem hard on the outside generally reflect more than that; there is always an underlying issue of some kind, such as an unmet need, a communication barrier, or an environment that isn't working for the person in it. Once people recognise that fact, the entire perspective of dealing with behaviours shifts from reaction to prevention, which is very different. This blog provides a description of that process, as applied by a behaviour support practitioner.
- Definition of Positive Behaviour Support
Positive Behaviour Support concentrates on the reasons why a certain behaviour occurs and not on preventing its occurrence. The practitioner assesses the triggers of the problem, the environment and what message the individual is trying to convey. They then develop a plan that would solve these issues. It maintains the dignity of the participant and makes changes.
- Role of a Practitioner in Each Stage
Stage 1 - Assessments
The Functional Behaviour Assessment (FBA) involves:
- Triggers of the particular behaviour.
- Locations and timings of the behaviour.
- What the person tries to accomplish.
- Environmental factors making the situation worse or better.
Stage 2 - Developing a Plan
The Behaviour Support Plan (BSP) includes three kinds of strategies:
- Proactive strategies to eliminate the triggers.
- Skill-building strategies that teach more appropriate communication methods.
- Reactive strategies for support staff and family members in case of an emergency.
Step 3 - Training Everyone in Your Network
A plan will not work when it is only followed by one individual. This network of Registered NDIS Providers Sydney guarantees that all the practitioners have training for the parents, teachers, and every support worker that will be involved in the implementation of the same process.
- Reduction of Restrictive Practices Over Time
Where there are restrictive practices being used for the participants, an NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner Sydney creates a reduction plan in accordance with the guidelines laid down by the NDIS Commission. This plan aims to reduce restrictive practices while keeping the participants and other people safe.
- Continuous Evaluation to Ensure Plan Success
A Behaviour Support Plan is not just signed and kept in the filing cabinet. The NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner Sydney keeps evaluating the outcome of the plan periodically and changes strategies that are not working. We believe that continuous evaluation makes an effective behaviour support plan more than a mere report.
- How to Access This Support Through Circle of Hope
Funding for behaviour support will fall under the Capacity Building section of your NDIS plan. At Circle of Hope, we help you access the services of an NDIS Behaviour Support Practitioner Sydney through our allied health coordination system, and your entire plan will be streamlined in the process.
Work with Registered NDIS Providers Sydney That You Can Trust
Circle of Hope is one of the Registered NDIS Providers Sydney you can directly connect with for behavioural support and plan coordination. Let’s create a support service that really works for your family.
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