Renew Psychology & Behaviour Support

09/06/2025

Renew continues to grow and expand in the Toowoomba and Southwest regions! Do you want a role in which you make a difference every day? Respond to the attached Seek add to become a part of our passionate and creative team of practitioners!

03/05/2025

Struggle to focus—for yourself or your child? 😓
Tasks that require long periods of attention can feel impossible with ADHD. And sadly, many people with ADHD are labelled lazy… and may even start to believe it. But that’s not the truth.

✨ You’re not lazy. You’re wired differently.
ADHD brains are more sensitive to distractions and crave stimulation. But with the right strategies, focus can be trained—and even enjoyed.

Here are 3 powerful tools to help kids and adults with ADHD improve focus and follow-through:

🔹 Outsmart Yourself 🤔💪
Remove high-stim distractions like phones or games. No pressure to work—just block the dopamine sources. Your brain will naturally turn toward focus.

🔹 Observance 👀🧘‍♂️
You are not your thoughts. Notice distractions, detach, and let them pass without grabbing on.

🔹 Increase Engagement 🚀🎧
Make tasks more stimulating. Use music, fidget tools, or turn it into a game.

💡 Try one today. Focus isn’t about willpower—it’s about strategy.

19/04/2025

♿️ NO WAITLIST – GLADSTONE ✨

We’re now accepting immediate referrals for NDIS Behaviour Support in the Gladstone region.
Our team works with you—not just for you—to deliver truly collaborative, evidence-based support that’s active, responsive, and real.

🔹 Behaviour Support Plans built with the individual and their whole team.
🔹 Ongoing contact and involvement every step of the way.
🔹 Whole-team insight, not just one practitioner.

Whether you’re a support coordinator, parent, or provider — we’re here to help.

📞 Call us today on (07) 4659 9133
🌐 renewpsychologyandbehavioursupport.com.au

16/04/2025

Most escalations don’t come out of nowhere — even if it looks like they do.

They usually start small: stress builds, needs go unmet, early signs get missed.
When we understand this, we stop reacting to “escalations”…
And start responding to what’s really going on before reaching a crisis point.

3 Practical Prevention Tools:

1. Know the Early Signs
2. Have a Plan, Not a Panic
3. Connect Before Correct

Prevention is always better than reaction.

04/04/2025

Your tone is more powerful than you think.
In behaviour support, especially with individuals who have experienced trauma, the way we speak matters just as much as what we say.

This post explores how tone of voice can either escalate or de-escalate situations—and why a trauma-informed approach begins before behaviour even occurs.

Whether you’re a support worker, therapist, educator, or parent, these simple reminders can make a big difference.

🧠 Trauma-aware
🗣️ Tone-conscious
💛 Relationship-first

Let us know what resonated with you—or share it with someone who might benefit.

29/03/2025

🧠 Behaviour is Communication – Are You Listening?

Every behaviour—especially those we find challenging—is a form of communication. Instead of reacting, we need to pause and ask:
👉 What is this person trying to tell us?

In Positive Behaviour Support, behaviour is seen as functional—it serves a purpose. Whether it’s to avoid a task, gain attention, access something important, or meet a sensory need, there’s always a reason behind the action.

✅ Behaviour isn’t random.
✅ The same action can have different meanings.
✅ Understanding the ‘why’ helps us support the ‘how’.

At Renew, we help decode the message behind behaviour so support can be more effective, respectful, and empowering.

14/03/2025

✨ Quality of life is at the heart of behaviour support. ✨

Behaviour Support Practitioners don’t just focus on reducing behaviours of concern—they work to empower individuals to live fulfilling, independent, and meaningful lives.

Every person’s quality of life looks different, and it’s not up to others to decide what that should be. Instead, behaviour support helps by:

✅ Addressing barriers that impact well-being
✅ Building skills to support independence and communication
✅ Creating supportive environments that foster success
✅ Enhancing social & emotional well-being

When quality of life improves, the need for behaviours of concern naturally decreases. 🌿

🔍 Want to learn more? Follow us for insights into behaviour support and how we can create meaningful change together.

05/03/2025

🚨 Important Update: Office Closure Due to Severe Weather 🚨

Due to the impact of Cyclone Alfred and the extreme weather conditions expected over the coming days, our Toowoomba office will be closed on Thursday and Friday, the 6th and 7th of March.

Our team will continue working remotely, ensuring ongoing support for our clients. However, for safety reasons, all home visits have been cancelled during this period.

We encourage everyone to take necessary precautions, stay safe, and follow weather updates. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to returning to the office on Monday, the 10th of March.

For any urgent inquiries, please reach out via email or phone. Stay safe, and we’ll see you soon! 🌧️💨

28/02/2025

🚀 We’re Hiring: Behaviour Support Practitioner – Toowoomba

Join Renew Psychology and Behaviour Support, a team that’s authentic, inclusive, and committed to making a real difference in the lives of people with disabilities. We’re looking for a Behaviour Support Practitioner to provide proactive, outcome-focused support to clients in the Toowoomba region.

What is a Behaviour Support Practitioner?

A Behaviour Support Practitioner works with individuals with disabilities, their families, and support teams to develop strategies that enhance quality of life and reduce challenging behaviours. Think of them as a detective, uncovering the root causes behind each person’s behaviour and using evidence-based strategies to empower people with disabilities by enhancing their quality of life, reducing challenging behaviours, building essential skills, and promoting well-being and safety, so they can achieve greater independence and success in their daily lives.

🌟 Why work with us?
✅ Strong community connections & a values-driven culture
✅ 6-month onboarding, training & mentoring program
✅ Enjoy a 4-day work week that prioritises work-life balance, helps prevent burnout, and ensures you can bring your best self to work—resulting in greater productivity and high-quality support for our clients.
✅ Meaningful work that empowers individuals to overcome obstacles & achieve goals
✅ Professional development & career growth opportunities

📌 About the role:
As a Behaviour Support Practitioner, you will develop and implement individualised Positive Behaviour Support Plans, conduct behavioural assessments, and create evidence-based therapeutic strategies to support individuals. You’ll mentor support staff, evaluate program effectiveness, contribute to training programs for staff, families and the community, and ensure all work aligns with Renew’s values and policies. Learn more about the role on our SEEK page.

📍 Who we’re looking for:
✔️ Degree-qualified in a related field such as Psychology, Social Work, Special Education, etc.
✔️ Experience in disability or special education
✔️ Passion for empowering individuals with disabilities
✔️ Strong communication & relationship-building skills

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and become part of a team that’s changing lives.

🔗 Apply now: https://www.seek.com.au/job/81790750?ref=direct-share-cm-ui&fbclid=IwY2xjawIu_LRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHYJmVD_hcogqOSywvqhgyWkiLC2yV_Hc7kbJbSc_4LyPX-nmKq-61RcadA_aem_FW-s81TyVZ33o57zk0ENQg

Are looking for a role with purpose, where you will make a difference every day? Join our team of Behaviour Support Practitioners at Renew!

21/02/2025

📢 Why Do People Engage in Challenging Behaviour?

Challenging behaviours don’t happen without reason—they serve a purpose. Understanding the why behind these behaviours helps us respond with empathy and effective support.

People with disabilities may engage in challenging behaviour to:

✅ Gain access to something they want (e.g., a toy, food, or activity).
✅ Avoid or escape an unwanted situation (e.g., a noisy environment or difficult task).
✅ Seek social attention (whether positive or negative).
✅ Gain sensory stimulation (self-soothing behaviours like rocking or hand-flapping).
✅ Find relief from pain or discomfort (e.g., sensory sensitivities, headaches, or gastrointestinal distress).

By identifying the reason behind a behaviour, we can provide better strategies to support individuals in a way that meets their needs. 💡

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17/02/2025

Sensory tools can be life-changing for people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), helping to manage sensory overload, improve focus, and promote relaxation. Whether for kids navigating school or adults looking for tools to stay regulated, these simple supports can make a big difference! 🧩💙

🔹 Noise-Canceling Headphones – Block out overwhelming background noise and create a calmer environment.
🔹 Weighted Blanket – Provides deep pressure stimulation to ease anxiety and support better sleep.
🔹 Chewable Jewellery – A safe and durable way to meet oral sensory needs and aid self-regulation.
🔹 Sensory Swing – Encourages movement, balance, and a sense of calm.
🔹 Fidget Tools – Small, textured items that promote focus and reduce restlessness.

From classrooms to workplaces, these tools help individuals with ASD feel more at ease in their daily lives. 💡✨

15/02/2025

📢 Preventing Escalations: The Power of Predictability in Community Outings 🏙️

For individuals with ASD, unexpected changes, sensory overload, or emotional distress can lead to meltdowns or escalations when out in the community. The key to reducing anxiety and promoting confidence? Predictability.

In this post, we explore how step-by-step planning and self-regulation strategies can make outings smoother and more enjoyable. Learn how to:

✅ Create a structured plan for outings
✅ Use visual schedules to provide clarity
✅ Teach self-regulation strategies for unexpected changes

By making environments more predictable—or building predictability within the individual—you can reduce stress, foster independence, and prevent escalations.

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