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Form of workArt Therapist
Be Centre Overview
Be Centre is an exciting, impactful charity providing one-to-one Play Therapy and other therapeutic supports for kids aged 3–12 years. We are dedicated to early intervention, stopping cycles of harm and helping children heal from difficulties and major trauma, so they can thrive. Our mission is to provide hope and healing through clinically proven creative therapies such as play, art and drama therapy. We aim to empower children who are experiencing emotional, social or behavioural difficulties, or who have been traumatised - to be the best they can be.
It is estimated that 1 in 7 children experiences a mental health disorder. Mental health disorders can significantly impact family life and adversely affect children’s learning. This has become even more prominent during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Role
The role of the therapeutic team at the Be Centre is to help children to make sense of difficult life experiences or complex psychological issues through children’s natural language of play and creativity.
Knowledge, Skills & Qualifications required
- Post Graduate Certificate or a Post Graduate Diploma or Masters in Art Therapy
- Minimum 3 years' experience in working therapeutically with children aged 3-12 years.
- Expert skills relative to performing the role of a drama therapist at the Be Centre in a community context.
- Advanced understanding of theoretical frameworks relevant to drama therapy methods, such as play, creativity, improvisation, storytelling and role.
- Ability to practice as a drama therapist, designing and facilitating specific activities and series of activities for individuals and groups utilising play, drama and theatre as a therapeutic tool.
- Advanced communication skills (verbal and non‐verbal), in responding to the diverse needs of clients in a range of contexts and cultures.
- Empathic and with an open and friendly manner
- The ability to gain the trust of children
- Resilience and insight for working with children in emotional distress
- Excellent spoken and written communication skills
- A broad knowledge of child development
- A good understanding of the different ways children communicate their feelings
- The ability to work with complex cases, without making judgements
- A good understanding of maintaining confidentiality
- Competent in using systems and technology to manage day-to-day admin tasks like scheduling and case notes etc.
Responsibilities
- Conduct therapeutic modality offered to a high, professional standard
- Support families to respond to their child’s emotional needs
- Liaise with other health professionals and organisations as appropriate
- Meticulous, professional record keeping to clinical standard
- Work collaboratively with other Be Centre Therapists and with the Fundraising & Development Team to help promote Be Centre brand/services
- Promote play and creative therapies to the broader community
- Act in the best interests of the Be Centre business when administering scholarships
- Adhere to Be Centre’s policies and procedures
- Act ethically, responsibly, and respectfully
In return we offer
- Salary packaging for charity sector
- A beautiful and vibrant office environment that is purpose-built for the work we do.
- Subsidised monthly supervision and regular group supervision
- An annual contribution towards professional development of your choosing; and
- Free onsite parking and close to B-Line
Other Role Requirements
- Maintain professional development & association membership appropriately (e.g. ANZACATA)
- Undertake supervision with a high degree of participation
- Keep abreast of legislative requirements for expressive Therapists
- Provide and keep current a Working With Children check and undergo a Police check
- Dress appropriately in professional attire
- Maintain good working relationships in the centre and the community
