• Make a difference in the lives of children
• Part-time (0.6fte) 10 month fixed term maternity leave contract
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package including, phone, tablet and salary packaging

The Australian Childhood Foundation has a strong reputation for delivery of clinical services, professional training and secondary consultations built upon up-to-date; evidence based 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 Foundation’s therapeutic care service.

The opportunity

ACF currently have a part time (0.6fte) opportunity for a Therapeutic Specialist on a 10 month fixed-term maternity leave contract. The Therapeutic Specialist will work within the Gippsland Circle program, in partnership with Anglicare; located in the Anglicare offices of Morwell, whilst delivering services across the inner Gippsland area.

The Therapeutic Specialist is primarily responsible for the provision of specialist therapeutic support to the carers and other members of the care team, the delivery of specialised training about trauma and therapeutic care to professionals, carers and volunteer support people, and direct therapeutic work with children where appropriate.

The position has a key leadership role with regard to the development and implementation of appropriate therapeutic support for each child and young person.

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.
• Substantial experience in the area of child abuse and/or in working with traumatised children, including delivering a range of appropriate therapeutic interventions to the client group.
• A sophisticated understanding of the complexity of the service system and the issues involved in providing services to statutory clients.
• Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively and the capacity to negotiate and liaise with volunteers, including carers, DHHS, other agencies and the community.
• 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.
• A current Victorian driver’s licence or equivalent and working with children’s check.
• Full COVID-19 vaccination or medical exemption.

Remuneration & Benefits

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

• Professional Development Allowance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing Program

To apply

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

To apply please click "Apply Now" and upload a copy of your up to date resume, and cover letter addressing the selection criteria.

For more information about the role or a copy of the position description please contact Bree – HR Officer at [email protected] using the subject line: Therapeutic Specialist - Gippsland Circle Program - Morwell 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.