What is Positive Behaviour Support?

The NDIS has provided crucial support to disabled individuals across Australia, improving their lives in various areas. One valuable service is Positive Behaviour Support, which assists those with cognitive or intellectual challenges. This program aims to reduce challenging behaviors while respecting participants' independence

Challenging behaviors are regulated and addressed through Positive Behavior Support (PBS) by implementing a person-centered and proactive approach.

What to expect?
PBS process involves the following steps:

• Assessment: A comprehensive assessment is conducted to understand the individual's strengths, needs, and the factors contributing to challenging behaviors. This may involve gathering information from the individual, their support network, and relevant professionals.
• Behavior Plan Development: Based on the assessment, a tailored behavior support plan is created. This plan focuses on identifying the underlying causes of challenging behaviors and developing strategies to address them effectively. It emphasizes positive reinforcement, teaching alternative skills, and modifying the environment to promote positive behaviors.
• Skill Building: The behavior support plan includes strategies to teach the individual new skills and alternative ways of expressing their needs. This may involve social skills training, communication techniques, problem-solving strategies, and emotional regulation techniques.
• Environmental Modifications: Adjustments are made to the individual's environment to support positive behaviors and reduce triggers for challenging behaviors. This may include changes in routines, visual supports, sensory modifications, and creating a structured and predictable environment.
• Collaborative Support: A collaborative approach involving the individual, their support network, and professionals is crucial. Regular communication, training, and support are provided to all involved parties to ensure consistency in implementing the behavior support plan.
• Continuous Monitoring and Review: The behavior support plan is regularly monitored and evaluated for its effectiveness. Modifications and adjustments are made as needed based on the individual's progress and changing needs.

End Goal of Positive Behaviour Support
The goal of Positive Behavior Support is to create a supportive and empowering environment that focuses on preventing and reducing challenging behaviors while promoting positive alternatives and improving overall quality of life for the individual.