Ability Action Australia's South Eastern team are looking for Behaviour Support Practitioners who have current suitability at either Entry or Core level - as confirmed by the NDIS Quality and Safegaurd Commission.

We offer:

• Benefits – Professional Development allowance, staff referral scheme, Fitness Passport… just to name a few
• Flexibility – You can select the hours and days - full-time or part-time - that work best for you as an individual
• Excellent remuneration – Industry leading salary + kilometre reimbursement + laptop + smartphone + Performance with Purpose Reward and Recognition Program + salary packaging options
• Work-life balance – Combine the convenience of working from home with the social interaction of working in the community plus the support of office and clinic hours
• Career progression – Access to ongoing training tailored to your interests and long-term goals combined with professional development opportunities with Ability Action Australia and our parent company MedHealth
• Passionate and uplifting culture – You will be part of a purpose and values driven team focused on delivering outstanding service to NDIS participants

Responsibilities will include:

• Assisting NDIS participants, along with their families and/or carers, to identify their needs through assessment and person-centred planning
• Evaluating, developing and delivering evidence-based support plans within a complex support space
• Developing meaningful goals and practical strategies utilising a positive behaviour support framework, and with a commitment to eliminate restrictive practices, in the home and community
• Ensuring individual plans reflect our NDIS participants' goals, passions and strengths, as well as ensuring they get more out of life
• Building the knowledge, capacity and strengths of those who support participants in their lives - family, carers, friends, etc
• Acting as an advocate and role model for best practice
• Working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

• Full-Time | 1-Year Fixed Term Contract
• This hybrid role requires working across Melba offices in Lilydale/Cheltenham and from home.
• Join a values-oriented Human Rights Organisation

About Us:

Melba has been supporting the Victorian community for over 50 years. What began with three families in search of a different kind of day support for their children with disabilities, has become a mission to open a world of opportunities for people to live fabulous lives of their choosing. The human rights of the people we support are at the centre of everything we do.

We are seeking a Senior Business Analyst and Process Lead to play a vital role in delivering impactful programs that transform processes, systems, and outcomes for Melba.

What You'll Do

• Business Analysis & Process Leadership:
• Conduct detailed requirements gathering, process mapping (As-Is/To-Be), and gap analyses.
• Develop clear documentation, including business rules, customer journey maps, and process models.
• Identify, recommend, and support implementation of process improvements to achieve strategic goals.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Facilitate workshops and meetings with cross-functional teams to define needs and solutions.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, including IT, project managers, and change leads.
• Support business case development and align solutions with organizational priorities.
• Support Key Projects:
• Contribute to project scope definition under Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Assist in vendor assessment and evaluation processes.
• Provide training support, testing oversight, and documentation for successful implementation.

About You

• At least 5 years of proven experience in business analysis, process improvement, and project collaboration in medium to large environments.
• Familiarity with BPMN, UML, or equivalent process mapping methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to elicit and document complex requirements.
• Advanced communication and stakeholder management skills, including executive-level engagement.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, Visio, and project tools like Miro or Asana.
• Experience in the care/disability support sector (desirable).
• Familiarity with the BABoK. CCBA or CBAP certified (desirable).

Requirements: A current NDIS Worker Screening and Working with Children Check (we can support you through the process of obtaining one or both checks if you don’t already have them).

Why Join Us?

• We are a human-rights, values-based, not-for-profit community organisation committed to providing services that support individuals with disability to lead everyday lives of their choice, if this resonates with you, come join us!
• Join a supportive and collaborative culture where your contributions make a real impact.
• Enjoy onsite parking and other benefits.
• Access to Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging.
• Flexible work arrangements, with the ability to work from home or the office.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Click "Apply" now and submit your resume. We look forward to meeting you!

We are an equal opportunity Employer and aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background, ability, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion. First nations people; people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

As a provider of supports and services to children, Melba is committed to ensuring that every child feels safe and respected. All Melba staff and volunteers have a responsibility to make sure that children’s wellbeing and safety comes first, that they are supported to achieve their potential, respected, and protected from abuse and neglect.