Organisation : Uniting
Location : Melbourne (Melbourne South Metro, East Metro & Gippsland)
Work type : Contract/Temporary
Salary type : Other
Application closing date : 3 Jun, 2021
About the organisation
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Visit us: unitingvictas.org.au
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
We work in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as Australia’s First Peoples and as the traditional owners and custodians of this land. We celebrate diversity and value the lived experience of people of every ethnicity, faith, age, disability, culture, language, gender identity, sex and sexual orientation. We welcome lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse and non-binary, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ+) people at our services. We pledge to provide inclusive and non-discriminatory services.
About the role
- Leading community services organisation
- Salary packaging and competitive sector remuneration
- Part time 3 days per week |Initially maximum term until 30 June 2022
- East-Metro Region – Box Hill, Glen Waverley & Ashwood
About the opportunity
We have an exciting opportunity for a Therapeutic Specialist to join our Therapeutic Services to Residential Care Program. The role delivers high quality trauma-informed practice advice and guidance to the care team who support young people in residential care.
The Therapeutic Specialist will conduct comprehensive assessments and develop Therapeutic Plans to optimise outcomes for young people. The role will also lead reflective practice sessions with staff to problem-solve, collaboratively develop and review strategies and approaches that promote children and young people’s healing and progress towards desired outcomes.
View the full position description here
About you
To be successful in your application you will meet the person specification in the position description, including having a degree qualification in Social Work, Psychology or a related discipline.
You will also have:
- Demonstrated experience providing high quality practice advice and guidance to professionals working with clients, who present with complex needs
- Strong understanding of child development and the impact of abuse and neglect
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of trauma informed practice and trauma recovery principles
- Extensive knowledge of the out of home care sector including relevant legislation and regulations
How to apply
If this sounds like you, find out more about this role or apply today. Please upload the following as part of your application:
- Cover Letter (outlining your suitability according to the position description)
- Current Resume
Applications close Thursday 3 June 2021
Get in touch
Adela Holmes – Manager, Therapeutic Services to Residential Care
T: 0414 244 090 (during business hours)
About Uniting
At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.
Visit us: unitingvictas.org.au
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
We work in solidarity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as Australia’s First Peoples and as the traditional owners and custodians of this land. We celebrate diversity and value the lived experience of people of every ethnicity, faith, age, disability, culture, language, gender identity, sex and sexual orientation. We welcome lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, gender diverse and non-binary, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ+) people at our services. We pledge to provide inclusive and non-discriminatory services.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Therapeutic Specialist – Youth Residential Services via Pro Bono Australia.
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