Innovative Behaviour Support Approach to NDIS Plans
BY MELISSA SLIMMING
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How 2include’s Diverse and Innovative Team is Shaping the Future of Behaviour Support
Introduction
At 2include, we believe that Behaviour Support Plans should do more than meet compliance requirements, they should empower, include, and create meaningful change in the lives of participants. Our approach blends evidence-based practices, person-centred strategies, and innovative thinking to deliver NDIS plans that are tailored, practical, and outcomes-focused.
From understanding each individual’s unique needs and interests to collaborating closely with families and support networks, 2include ensures that every plan we create supports lasting positive change, autonomy, and wellbeing.
1. Person-Centred and Strength-Based Planning
We start every behaviour support program by listening to the participant and analysing their wants, needs and desires. Our team of experienced NDIS-registered Behaviour Support Practitioners focuses on what truly matters in the life of our participant, and this includes their interests, goals, and strengths. By tailoring our program to each individual, we ensure that supports are practical, empowering, and sustainable.
2. Innovation Through Lived Experience
At 2include, we value the perspectives of neurodivergent staff and practitioners with lived experience. We also only employ a team of practitioners who have experience working alongside someone with disability. This unique insight allows us to design plans that:
Address triggers and behaviours with nuance and understanding
Functional, usable and tailored to the participant and their environment
Prioritise strategies that reduce restrictive practices
Promote autonomy, skill development, and self-advocacy
3. Collaboration and Upskilling Stakeholders
Our approach extends beyond the individual to include families, carers, support teams, and allied health professionals, ensuring a collaborative and comprehensive understanding of the person’s needs. We gather information from all relevant stakeholders and take a close look at the various environments in which the individual lives, works, learns, and socialises. This allows us to identify patterns, triggers, strengths, and supports across all settings.
By combining these insights, we can equip stakeholders with the knowledge and skills to implement Positive Behaviour Support strategies effectively, ensuring supports are empowering, consistent, and non-restrictive. This thorough, holistic approach helps foster sustainable and meaningful change, tailored to the individual’s goals, strengths, and preferences, while promoting long-term wellbeing across every environment.
4. Evidence-Based and Outcome-Focused
We integrate research-backed practices and innovative strategies to ensure every behaviour support program aligns with NDIS standards while being tailored to the participant’s real-life needs. Our focus is always on achieving measurable outcomes that enhance independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.
5. Innovation Through Monitoring and Adaptation
At 2include, innovation in Behaviour Support goes hand-in-hand with ongoing monitoring and data-driven decision-making. We continuously track outcomes and review the effectiveness of Behaviour Support Plans, ensuring strategies remain relevant, practical, and evidence-based.
By communicating regularly with participants, families, carers, and support teams, we can adapt plans quickly to reflect changing needs, progress, or challenges. This iterative approach ensures that supports are always positive, person-centred, and non-restrictive, while achieving the best possible outcomes for the individual.
6. Continuous Professional Development and Research-Informed Practice
Additionally, 2include are committed to ongoing professional development to ensure our Behaviour Support Practitioners remain at the forefront of the field. Our team engages in regular training, expert supervision, and professional learning opportunities from external sources, including Flinders University, the Behaviour Support Practitioners Association (BSPA), and the NDIS Commission.
This commitment allows us to stay ahead of emerging research and best-practice approaches, continually adapting our Behaviour Support model to reflect the latest evidence. By integrating new knowledge and insights, we ensure that every Behaviour Support Plan we create is innovative, effective, and grounded in current research, delivering positive, person-centred, and lasting outcomes for participants.
Conclusion: Our Expert Practitioners
Lastly, our team of Behaviour Support Practitioners come from a wide range of disciplines, bringing together diverse skills and perspectives to support participants effectively.
Many of our practitioners have lived experience, are neurodivergent, or have worked closely alongside individuals with changing and complex needs. This combination of professional knowledge and personal insight allows us to design Behaviour Support Plans that are deeply empathetic, practical, and tailored to each individual.
By drawing on this collective expertise, we ensure that our approaches are inclusive, innovative, and focused on achieving meaningful outcomes for clients, families, and support networks.
