Autism SA has a highly experienced and diverse training team which includes consultants, occupational therapists, speech pathologists and facilitators who have extensive experience in working with individuals on the autism spectrum in a range of settings.

Autism SA presents training that is hands-on, practical and engaging. The emphasis is on guiding participants through a range of activities to increase their knowledge, understanding and confidence in implementing relevant intervention strategies for their particular setting.

All participants will receive a certificate with the workshop title, the number of hours and will state that the training links to the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers (where appropriate).

This workshop is presented by Autism SA’s Senior Behaviour Practitioner Jo McRae. Jo is the lead PBS Practitioner at Autism SA and has extensive experience working with families and teams to develop and support the implementation of comprehensive Positive Behaviour Support Plans. She has a background in crisis intervention and suicide prevention and currently supports Flinders University to implement the Bachelor of Disability and Developmental Education (DE) program.

This workshop has been specially designed for professionals who want a better understanding of Positive Behaviour Support Plans and evidence informed strategies to support the individuals that they work with.

This workshop aims to develop participants understanding and skills in identifying and managing behaviours of concern through an interactive, hands-on workshop. Attendees will leave the workshop with an enhanced understanding of Positive Behaviour Support and how to implement effective strategies in their setting.

This engaging workshop will cover:

• Positive Behaviour Support Frameworks;

• Functional behaviour assessments;

• Data collection;

• Understanding behaviour;

• Identifying the function of a particular behaviour;

• Planning interventions;

• Understanding restrictive practices; and

• Evidence informed strategies