Show Notes
Behaviour support is sometimes talked about as though practitioners spend their days writing reports and collecting a high hourly rate. Laura Barnes gives a much more honest account of what the work actually involves, especially when supporting people with complex mental health needs, dual diagnoses, substance use, violence and significant risks to themselves or others. In this episode of the NDIS Provider Growth Journey, Michael speaks with Laura, a behaviour support practitioner and clinic...
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