• Part time (0.8 FTE), continuing position
• Based in Bendigo

The Family Relationship Practitioner provides high quality educational group work and individual support to parents, carers, and children to support them through the challenges and transitions of family life such as separation, relationship stress, blending families, parenting, and grief. This is done within the framework of CatholicCare Victoria’s purpose, vision and values.

Specifically, the position is responsible for:

• Undertaking intake and assessment, including risk assessment and screening
• Planning and delivering high quality parenting and post separation education programs
• Providing information, advice and referrals to individuals and couples
• Building relationships with, and knowledge of, other service providers and undertaking joint work on behalf of clients

Working for CatholicCare Victoria

At CatholicCare Victoria we offer:

• A family friendly working environment
• Training and development opportunities
• Flexible working arrangements
• Salary packaging for eligible staff

We embrace, value and respect an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated.

We are committed to the safety of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply. We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

To be considered for this position

You will require:

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Education or relevant discipline
• Demonstrated experience in planning, establishing and facilitating groups, as well as an understanding of adult learning and group work theories
• Experience working with adults, families, and children utilising a range of therapeutic approaches and frameworks
• Experience working collaboratively and effectively across services, programs, sectors, and organisations to meet client need

For further information and how to apply, visit our website www.ccds.org.au.

Enquiries: Jo Rodriguez, Team Leader Parenting and Group Work / Chaplaincy, on 03 5438 1300.

The successful applicant must have right to work in Australia.

Should you require cultural or other support in submitting your application, please contact our HR Department on 03 5438 1321.

Should you require information in alternative formats, please contact our HR Department on 03 5438 1321.