• Ashley Youth Detention Centre
• Senior role where you can make a difference to the lives of children and young people detained in youth justice facilities.
• Uniquely located onsite for three days a week at Ashley Youth Detention Centre, and one day at the ACF office Tasmania.
• 0.8 (four day) a week role, for a period of 2 years.
• Access to salary packaging.

About the position

The Senior Practice Lead: Clinical Review (Ashley Youth Detention Centre) plays a pivotal role within the CETC and Ashley Youth Detention Centre (AYDC), to achieve its' strategy and work through various activities. This unique role has three overarching and intersecting functions including building the capacity of staff and supports within the AYDC, initiate and undertake direct work and monitor and evaluate the projects and programs ACF and CETC deliver within AYDC.

This position is integral to building the capacity of staff at AYDC to provide trauma-informed care and interventions to young people in youth detention. Through the building of relationships and trust, this position will lead independent reflective practice, clinical supervision, development and delivery of training and the provision of practice supports within the detention context for various staff groups.

This role requires a deep understanding of the challenges faced by children and young people in youth justice, as well as the challenges facing staff who work within this environment and provide complex care and supervision. The Senior Practice Lead: Clinical Review is regarded within CETC as an expert knowledge source of contemporary practice approaches in youth justice, including an awareness of sector needs, AYDC development, practice challenges and opportunities. A significant part of the role is to develop and maintain key strategic relationships with AYDC management and leadership, while bringing an advisory, independent therapeutic approach and lens to the environment.

Clinical supervision and management will be provided remotely by the CETC. This position will work closely with the Clinical Support position, who is also an ACF staff member and predominantly based within AYDC. Interstate travel will be required from time to time.

About the organisation

The Australian Childhood Foundation (The Foundation) stands as a leading national children's charity committed to combating child abuse and mitigating its profound impact on children, families, and communities. Renowned for its dedication, the Foundation delivers specialised trauma counselling and therapeutic care programs tailored to children and young individuals affected by abuse. Additionally, the Foundation drives research initiatives, educational endeavours, and community-oriented programs, fostering organisational capacity building to address and reduce the trauma caused by abuse.

Across the CETC and our general professional education programs, we leverage contemporary learning solutions to expand how professionals can be supported to provide high-quality care and support to children and young people, their carers, families and significant relationships.

About you - Key selection criteria

• An appropriate post graduate qualification in trauma, social science or social work.
• Minimum 5 years' experience working with children and young people who have experienced trauma, preferably in a youth justice setting.
• Demonstrated capacity to work in a culturally safe manner with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, young people, families, carers, and communities.
• Demonstrated ability to work flexibly, supportively and responsively in a dynamic and complex team environment.
• Demonstrated experience building staff capacity, leading practice change and reform while maintaining key relationships.
• Experience initiating, writing, delivering and evaluating training for professionals.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in best practice initiatives.
• Demonstrated understanding of out of home care and/or youth justice.
• Proven experience with skills in developing internal and external partnerships.
• High level written and verbal communication skills and capacity to write for a range of audiences.
• A current Working with Children Check or equivalent.
• Eligibility for membership of the relevant professional association.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary that reflects your experience and qualifications.
• Salary Packaging: Personalise how you receive your rewards to suit your financial goals.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access a wide range of support services to enhance your well-being.
• Access to an Extensive Resources Library: Dive into a wealth of knowledge and insights from leading experts in the field, continually enhancing your impact.
• Flexibility: Enjoy flexible working arrangements with Hybrid option

How to Apply:

To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

For inquiries about the role or to request a copy of the Position Description, please contact HR at [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Practice Lead - Clinical Review - Deloraine enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Join us in creating a brighter future for children and young people. Apply today!

Australian Childhood Foundation (ACF) is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities.