Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 20th Apr 2022
The Australian Childhood Foundation has a strong reputation for delivery of clinical services, professional training and secondary consultation programs built upon up to date and evidence and based upon theoretical frameworks including the neurobiology of trauma, attachment and relational theories and child development. This theoretical framework provides the foundation upon which all elements of care and intervention are provided by the therapeutic care programs.
We currently have a part time (0.8fte) Therapeutic Specialist role available in our Hobart office. The position provides a statewide therapeutic out of home care service program to carers and children/young people in foster care, kinship or family group home care and specialised packages of support to children and young people in out of home care with complex needs.
The Foundation has secured the statewide contract to deliver counselling services to children and young people affected by family violence. As a result of service expansion, the Foundation is seeking a number of Child Trauma Counsellor/Therapeutic Specialists in the north, northwest and south to work across these two program areas, providing successful applicants with a varied caseload.
The Therapeutic Specialist position will carry a varied caseload across the range of therapeutic programs offered by the Foundation. As such the role will provide initial intake as well as counselling and group work with children, young people and their carers, clinical leadership with regard to the development and implementation of appropriate therapeutic support for children and young people in out of home care and training for professionals and carers in trauma-informed therapeutic approaches to out of home care.
This position attracts a competitive base salary + phone + tablet + superannuation + salary packaging + fully maintained company vehicle. The salary is determined on the basis of the employee’s experience and qualifications. In joining a strong, values based organisation, you will also have access to:
Looking to make a difference in the lives of children?
To apply for this opportunity please upload a copy of your most recent resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.
For more information about the role or a copy of the position description please contact Bree Roberts – HR Officer at [email protected] using the subject line: Therapeutic Specialist enquiry via EthicalJobs.
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.
ACF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.