What is an NDIS Behaviour Support Plan & Do You Need One?

An NDIS Behaviour Support Plan is a formal document designed by a registered Behaviour Support Practitioner. It contains evidence-based strategies to support participants, families, and carers, and it is a legal requirement if any restrictive practices are used.

Interim vs. Comprehensive Plans

Under the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission rules, plans are divided into two distinct stages:

• Interim Behaviour Support Plan: Developed within 1 month of a practitioner being engaged. It focuses on immediate safety, identifying potential triggers, and outlining clear guidelines for carers.
• Comprehensive Behaviour Support Plan: Developed within 6 months. It is based on a Functional Behaviour Assessment (FBA) and outlines long-term skill-building strategies and reduction protocols for restrictive practices.

Do You Need a Plan?

You require a Behaviour Support Plan if:

• • Your NDIS plan contains funding under "Capacity Building - Relationships" (Category 11).
• • Your support providers utilize any restrictive practices (chemical, physical, environmental, mechanical, or seclusion) to maintain safety.
• • A participant's behaviours pose a significant risk of harm to themselves or others.

"A Behaviour Support Plan is not about control; it is a roadmap to help support teams create a safe, understanding, and positive environment for the participant."

At Pristine Care, our practitioners are fully registered with the NDIS Commission and possess clinical expertise in compiling and submitting plans. Contact us for guidance on using your NDIS budget.