NDIS Positive Behaviour Support Insights | Gibelli Positive Pathways
Providing mobile PBS and Functional Behaviour Assessments to families across Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia, and Western Australia. While we support participants across multiple states, we are currently offering priority mobile capacity in Melbourne’s Western suburbs, including Melton, Werribee, and the Wyndham corridor.
Gibelli Positive Pathways is expanding! We are excited to announce immediate capacity for Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) in Western Australia, servicing the corridor from Wellard and Rockingham down to Mandurah and Dawesville.
Bridging the Gap: Specialist Positive Behaviour Support Arrives in the Peel & South Metro Regions
For many NDIS participants and families living in the corridor between Rockingham and Dawesville, finding high-quality, local Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) has historically been a challenge. Long waitlists and practitioners traveling from central Perth often mean delays in receiving the critical support needed to improve quality of life.
At Gibelli Positive Pathways, we believe that support works best when it is local, responsive, and deeply integrated into the community. That’s why we are thrilled to announce our official expansion into Western Australia, with a dedicated focus on the Peel and South Metropolitan regions.
Why Local Presence Matters in PBS
Positive Behaviour Support isn't just about a written plan; it’s about the relationships built between the practitioner, the participant, and their support network. By having a dedicated presence in the region, we are able to provide:
Faster Response Times: Our current immediate capacity means no more month-long waitlists for initial assessments.
Consistent In-Home Support: Whether you are in Wellard, Baldivis, or Halls Head, we come to you—meeting participants in the environments where they feel most comfortable.
Deep Local Knowledge: We understand the local service landscape in Mandurah and Rockingham, making collaboration with local schools, day programs, and support workers seamless.
Our Areas of Service
We are currently accepting referrals for participants residing in the following Western Australian suburbs:
Kwinana & Rockingham Areas: Wellard, Baldivis, Warnbro, Port Kennedy, and Secret Harbour.
Peel Region: Golden Bay, Singleton, Mandurah, Dudley Park, Halls Head, Erskine, Wannanup, Falcon, and Dawesville.
A Strengths-Based Approach to Change
Our expansion into WA brings our signature practitioner-led model to the West. We don't just look at "behaviours of concern"; we look at the person. Our goal is to understand the why behind a behaviour and provide families with practical, evidence-based strategies that reduce stress and increase independence.
From Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA) to the development of comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans (BSP) and staff training, we are here to ensure that Western Australian participants have the tools they need to thrive.
Ready to start your journey in WA?
If you are a Support Coordinator or a family member looking for a team with immediate capacity in the Wellard to Dawesville area, we would love to hear from you.
Make a Referral: Click here to access our online referral form
Contact Us: Email us at [info@gibellipositivepathways.com.au] to discuss how we can support your specific needs.
Gibelli Positive Pathways is expanding! We are now offering mobile NDIS Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and FBAs across Melbourne’s Western Suburbs, with current capacity in Melton and Werribee.
What is an FBA? A Parent’s Guide to NDIS Functional Behaviour Assessments
If you have recently received an NDIS plan with "Improved Relationships" funding, you may have heard the term FBA or Functional Behaviour Assessment.
For many parents in Melbourne’s West, this sounds like just another piece of clinical jargon. However, the FBA is actually the most important tool we use to understand your child’s needs and create a pathway toward a calmer, happier home life.
What exactly is an FBA?
Think of an FBA as a "detective investigation." Instead of just looking at what a person is doing (the challenging behaviour), we look at why they are doing it.
Every behaviour serves a purpose. Whether it’s a meltdown at school in Melton or a refusal to get dressed in Werribee, the participant is trying to communicate something. Our job is to translate that communication.
The Three Steps of the FBA Process
At Gibelli Positive Pathways, we break the assessment down into three clear stages:
Information Gathering: We talk to the people who know the participant best—you! We also review previous reports from OTs or Speech Pathologists.
Direct Observation: Our practitioners visit the home or school environment to see the behaviour in context.
The Analysis: We identify the "function" of the behaviour. Is it to avoid a difficult task? To gain attention? Or perhaps to meet a sensory need?
Why is the FBA so important for your NDIS Plan?
Without an FBA, a Behaviour Support Plan is just a guess. Google and the NDIS Commission require a evidence-based approach. A high-quality FBA ensures that:
Your strategies are actually targeted at the root cause.
Your funding is being used effectively.
You have a clear baseline to measure progress over time.
Local Support in Melbourne’s West
We understand that waiting for assessments can be stressful. We prioritize local families in Melton, Werribee, and surrounding suburbs to ensure your FBA is completed thoroughly and professionally, without the long commute to a city clinic.
Need an FBA for your child or participant?
Our mobile practitioners are currently accepting new referrals for Functional Behaviour Assessments across Western Melbourne.