About this resource
A plan only works if people can use it. This template plans training for each key strategy: who needs it, how it will be taught through explanation, modelling, practice and feedback, how competence will be checked and when refreshers will happen, including for new staff.
Purpose
To make sure everyone can use agreed strategies consistently.
Who it is for
Primary profession: Positive behaviour support practitioners. Also relevant for disability support workers, NDIS providers and support coordinators.
Client or participant group: Behaviour support practitioners and team leaders.
Practice setting: Implementation of behaviour support plans.
Suggested uses
- Behaviour support plan implementation
- New staff induction
- Refreshers
- Quality reviews
Instructions for practitioners
- Prioritise proactive strategies.
- Use modelling and practice, not just reading the plan.
- Observe staff using strategies and give feedback.
- Plan training for new and casual staff.
Accessibility considerations
Offer training in different formats and languages.
Scope and limitations
A training plan template. It does not cover restrictive practice authorisation or reporting.
Research basis
Clinical supervision and structured reflection support learning, safe practice and professional development. Positive behaviour support aims to improve quality of life and reduce behaviours of concern by understanding their function and changing environments and skills.
- Allen, D., James, W., Evans, J., Hawkins, S., & Jenkins, R. (2005). Positive Behavioural Support: Definition, Current Status and Future Directions. Tizard Learning Disability Review, 10(2), 4–11. https://doi.org/10.1108/13595474200500014
- Gibbs, G. (1988). Learning by doing: A guide to teaching and learning methods. Further Education Unit, Oxford Polytechnic. https://thoughtsmostlyaboutlearning.files.wordpress.com/2015/12/learning-by-doing-graham-gibbs.pdf
- Milne, D. (2007). An empirical definition of clinical supervision. British Journal of Clinical Psychology, 46(4), 437–447. https://doi.org/10.1348/014466507x197415
- NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission. NDIS Practice Standards and Quality Indicators. https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au/rules-and-standards/ndis-practice-standards
What is included
A 2-page printable A4 PDF, including a practitioner notes page with the research basis (version 1.0).
Originality
Original Practitioner Plus content: wording, activity structure, layout and icons were created for this resource. No third-party worksheets, illustrations or text were reproduced.
