Join our Supportive and Collaborative Team as a Therapeutic Specialist!

• Not-for-profit organisation - Make a difference in children's lives
• 12 month, fixed term role for 3 days per week based in Horsham
• Competitive Salary plus Superannuation and Salary Packaging and Company Provided Vehicle

The Foundation currently provides a range of therapeutic care programs in foster care and residential care in Victoria, Western Australia, Tasmania, the ACT and the Northern Territory. The Foundation is responsible for delivering the specialist therapeutic services within these programs which are delivered in partnership with a range of foster and residential care providers.

About the role:

Within the ARISE program, the Therapeutic Specialist will provide counselling and group programs to address the impacts of family violence for children, young people and their parents/carers. The primary objective of the position is to provide 1:1 counselling individualised to address the developmental and trauma needs of young people using violence, along with dyadic counselling with the adolescent and their significant adult (parent/carer), deliver evidence informed group work interventions, family therapy, and care coordination that engages care teams and the broader professional service system to improve outcomes for young people who engage in violence in the home.

About you (Key Selection Criteria):

• An appropriate tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work or a related discipline.
• Eligibility for membership of the relevant professional association.
• Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and direct service in the clinical assessment and treatment of children, young people and families.
• Highly developed ability to provide secondary consultation and advice to clinicians and other professionals.
• Demonstrated capacity to lead and manage in an area of challenging and complex practice.
• Demonstrated knowledge of trauma, attachment and neurobiology frameworks and theories.
• Substantial experience in the area of child abuse and/or in working with traumatised children.
• Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively and the capacity to negotiate and liaise with volunteers, including carers, DFFH, other agencies and the community.
• A sophisticated understanding of the complexity of the service system and the issues involved in providing services to statutory clients.
• A current driver's licence or equivalent.
• A current Working with Children check or equivalent

Remuneration & Benefits:

This position attracts a competitive base salary + phone + tablet + superannuation + salary packaging + 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:

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary that reflects your experience and qualifications.
• Company-Provided Vehicle: For business and personal use, in line with the Driving ACF Vehicles policy.
• 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.
• Guided Individual and Group Supervision: Benefit from regular sessions providing clinical guidance and support.
• Collaborative Connections: Join forces with our Australian-wide ACF Therapeutic Services Teams, a network of professionals committed to making a difference.
• Access to an Extensive Resources Library: Dive into a wealth of knowledge and insights from leading experts in the field, continually enhancing your impact.

To apply:

Interested in this new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children?

Please click "Apply Now" to be redirected to our candidate portal, where you will be able to attach a copy of your current resume along with a cover letter, addressing each of the Key Selection Criteria.

Or for more information about the role or a copy of the position description please contact Human Resources at [email protected], using the subject line: Therapeutic Specialist - ARISE Horsham 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.

Members of the LGBTIQ+ community are strongly encouraged to apply.