Melinda Nation

Behaviour Support Practitioner

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I came to Positive Behaviour Support from a career background in disability support. I enjoy working with young adults and supporting people through life transitions. I am passionate about creating environments where people can build their independence, skills and self-advocacy.


Disability Support Worker
Disability Support Team Leader

Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) (Hons)
Certificate IV Youth Work
  • Blue Card
  • NDIS Worker Screening
  • Police Check
  • Working with children check and/or vulnerable people check

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Complex behaviour
  • Emotional regulation skill building
  • Supporting non-speaking people
  • Trauma-informed care

How I would describe my therapeutic style:
collaborative, evidence-based, person-centred
How participants would describe me:
calm, empathetic, engaging
making connections with people and helping to make a difference in people's lives. Helping someone to build skills and improve their quality of life is incredibly rewarding.
  • dancing
  • going to live music gigs
  • time with my dog