• 0.8FTE (4 days per week)
• 3 year fixed-term contract
• Located in Shepparton, VIC

The Bridge Youth Service, Australian Childhood Foundation, and Family Care have formed a consortium to deliver the Shepparton Supporting Adolescent Boys Trial (SSABT). This initiative draws on over 30 years of combined expertise to support adolescent males aged 12 to 18 who have experienced family violence and may be at risk of causing harm to others.

The program provides a sequenced range of individualised therapeutic services that include support for significant family members and systems around the young male. The model includes:

1. One-on-one therapeutic counselling and psychosocial support.
2. Promotion and modelling of respectful relationships.
3. Focus on social, cultural, and healthy masculinity.

About the Role:

As a Therapeutic Specialist, you will play a key role in supporting adolescent boys impacted by family violence through specialised, culturally safe and inclusive one-on-one interventions. You will also assist families in supporting the recovery journey of these young males.

This role is part of a multi-systemic, integrated, coordinated, and holistic approach and involves:

• Ongoing therapeutic assessment and review.
• Coordinated service planning with care teams and professionals.
• Engagement in quality assurance and program development.
• Advocacy and flexible outreach services.
• Participation in research and trial site activities.

You will collaborate with key stakeholders, ensure best practices, and contribute to a culture of safety and healing.

About You:

• Tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work or a related discipline.
• Experience in clinical assessment and treatment of young people and families.
• Knowledge of trauma, attachment, and neurobiology frameworks.
• Strong advocacy for the needs of young people and the ability to provide therapeutic leadership and consultation.
• Capacity to work collaboratively across agencies and systems.
• Current Victorian driver's licence (or equivalent).

What's on Offer:

• Competitive Compensation - Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Salary Packaging - Customise your rewards to align with your financial goals.
• Employee Assistance Program - Access wellbeing support services.
• Guided Supervision - Regular clinical individual and group supervision.
• Collaborative Connections - Join a national network of professionals.
• Resources Library - Learn from leading experts and tools.
• Professional Development - Attend the Foundation's International Childhood Trauma Conference in Melbourne, VIC.

Apply Now

To apply, please attach a copy of your resume and cover letter, or to request a copy of the position description, please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Therapeutic Specialist - 0.8 FTE - Shepparton enquiry via EthicalJobs.