The Australian Childhood Foundation stands at the forefront of transformative reforms in Western Australia's Out-of-Home Care (OOHC) sector. Aligned with the WA Government's initiatives, the Foundation emphasises stability in care, and cultural sensitivity, and aims for seamless transitions and strong cultural connections for young people.

Awarded a contract to deliver foster care services in the Perth area, the Foundation collaborates closely with Karla Kuliny Aboriginal Corporation to provide trauma-transformative therapeutic services, making significant strides in improving care outcomes for children and young people.

About the Role:

The Therapeutic Specialist position will have a focus on equipping and supporting carers in their provision of therapeutic care to children and young people in the program. The Therapeutic Specialist will provide case consultation and advice to other staff, particularly around trauma, attachment, and assessments. They will offer leadership and direct service in the clinical assessment and support for children and young people in the program. The Therapeutic Specialist will develop and implement a range of appropriate therapeutic supports 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.

The Foundation currently has a number of full-time opportunities available for Therapeutic Specialist's based in East Perth on an ongoing basis.

About You (Key Selection Criteria):

For this role, you should possess:

• 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, Department of Communities, 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 and Working with Children check or equivalent.

Remuneration and Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary that reflects your experience and qualifications.
• Company-Provided Vehicle: Navigate your responsibilities with a company vehicle.
• 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:

Join us in making a difference, to contribute to our transformative work and help shape a brighter future for children and young people.

To apply, please click "Apply Now". Please upload a copy of your Resume and Cover Letter.

For more information, or to request a copy of the position description, please email [email protected], using the subject line: Therapeutic Specialist - Out of Home Care enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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