We are seeking a dynamic Social Worker to work in our Ipswich Treatment Foster Care Oregon (TFCO) team. You will be working in a highly professional team which consists of the program supervisor, individual therapist, skills coaches and a teacher.

The Social Worker works to support restoration to the family so that the child is able to go home.

The TFCO program is particularly effective for children who may have a history of trauma and/or neglect.

For more information see here.

What you will do:

• Provide aftercare placement family therapy to the child/young person's family
• Improving parenting skills, practice sessions, coaching interventions
• Provide case documentations
• Document all sessions so they can be reported
• Complete all training in line with TFCO
• Help families overcome significant barriers

Who we are looking for:

• Tertiary Qualification in, Social Work, Psychology, Mental Health, Counselling or Family Therapy
• Knowledge of and an understanding of family systems and theory
• Cognitive behavioural and behaviour change therapy application
• Social learning theory
• An understanding of cultural contexts and the unique needs of Aboriginal children and young people
• Experience working with families and carers
• Valid Full Australian Driving Licence (essential)

OzChild offers:

• Permanent contract part-time role .8 FTE
• Flexible working days
• Expert training in the TFCO model
• Team-based treatment environment with intensive collaboration and training, supervision and consultation
• SCHCADS Level 5 88,761.92 (Pro-rata) plus super and salary packaging up to $15,900
• A laptop and phone so you can work on the road and from home
• The opportunity to promote an internationally proven evidence-based program
• A unique culture promoting diversity, cultural competence and shared values
• A collaborative and cohesive working culture
• Ex-gratia days at Christmas and Easter

How to Apply

You can apply for this position today by clicking APPLY NOW below.

For more details in relation to this role, please view the PD as attached. You will be required to submit a resume and cover letter that outlines your skills and experiences as well as your motivation for applying.

For a confidential discussion about the role or simply to ask a question, contact Elizabeth Abdilla, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist on [email protected] using the subject line: Family Therapist - Ipswich enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.

Interviews will be commencing immediately so do not delay your application!

Successful candidates will be required to undergo a police check and provide a Blue Card for QLD.

OzChild is committed to the employment of Aboriginal people and providing a work environment in which Aboriginal peoples' cultures, beliefs and values are acknowledged and respected, and in which the individual career goals and personal aims of Aboriginal staff are identified, promoted and achieved.

OzChild is a child-safe organisation committed to protecting children and young people from all forms of abuse, bullying, exploitation and neglect, and to creating environments in all our programs and services where children are safe and feel safe.

OzChild is an equal opportunity employer and encourages individuals of diverse backgrounds to apply.

All shortlisted candidates will be required to provide evidence of their COVID vaccination status.