The Centre of Excellence for Behaviour Support (the Centre) is a partnership between the Department of Communities and the University of Queensland. The Centre is leading the integration of theory and evidence-based practices in positive behaviour support to assist service providers to deliver better services to adults with a cognitive or intellectual disability in Queensland.
The Centre’s vision is to position Queensland as a world class leader in research, policy and practice in positive behaviour support. The centre aims to:
- create a culture of collaborative action
- conduct research that identifies effective practices and explores issues
- foster the collection and analysis of information to form an evidence-base for policy and practice
- build the capacity of individuals (service users, staff, carers) in the disability and other sectors
- promote information use and sharing
- clarify and align the Centre's strategic priorities for activity
- support the consistent use of effective practices in supporting people with an intellectual or cognitive disability who exhibit challenging behaviours.
The Centre has already made a number of significant contributions to research in positive behaviour support. These include:
- an evaluation of the positive behaviour intervention model for improving the quality of life for adults with an intellectual disability
- framework development for creating a comprehensive research agenda
- confirmation of quality of life as a real measure of service delivery
- establishment of consent and meaningful participation in research by people with intellectual disability
- a reduction of key risks associated with the use of physical restraint.
Read the Centre's prospectus for further information including current and completed projects or visit the Centre's website for employment opportunities and more.
Training for disability sector staff
The Centre provides training in functional assessment and positive behaviour interventions for disability sector staff. Find out more
Contact the Centre
For more information, contact the Centre:
Phone: 07 3381 1284
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