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Form of work- Use your considerable expertise to deliver high quality, evidence-based early intervention Mental Health services to families with children aged 0-18 years.
- Full time fixed term until 30 June 2026.
- Generous salary packaging opportunities resulting in a 6-12% increase to take-home pay.
UCWB
Our purpose: Together we build connected and thriving communities.
Our Values:
- Bold and Brave
- Open and Curious
- Connected and Inclusive
Our Strategy:
- Innovate and build thriving communities.
- Grow positive impact together with community.
- Mobilise our vibrant, engaged, learning organisation.
UCWB builds connected and thriving communities with a team of over 220 staff and volunteers. For 140 years, we’ve been helping people create positive futures and lead independent lives they are proud of.
UCWB provides services throughout the greater Adelaide region, Mental Health, aged care, NDIS, Child and Family, psychology, and financial wellbeing. We also operate two social enterprises, Psychology SA, and Torrensville Community Child Care Centre.
At UCWB, we celebrate the power of difference and the strength that harnessing our differences creates. We value the experience and expertise of people from all cultures, ages, spiritualties, disabilities, genders, sexualities, thinking patterns, caring status, bodies and backgrounds. We are committed to action that makes our organisation and the wider community welcoming, safe and inclusive.
Commitment to Children & Young People
UCWB recognises and promotes the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, their right to be heard, participate in decisions affecting them, and their needs be taken seriously in a safe and respectful environment. We are committed to practices that reflect the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Child and Family Mental Health Practitioner in our Child and Family Services division. They will provide early intervention and non-clinical community Mental Health support for children and young people, aged up to 18 years, who are showing signs of, or are at risk of, developing mental illness. This role works within the Commonwealth funded Family Mental Health Support Services program.
About You
Seeking an intrinsically motivated person with a vested interest in working with children and young people. This position has direct contact with children and young people delivering individual therapeutic support, small and larger group work and community education. You will be part of a broader Child and Family focussed team & contribute to building a child safe culture in practice & across the organsiation. NB The position requires sound experience in a similarly broad generalist role.
The CFSS sector is a constantly changing environment so you must also enjoy working under pressure and be able to prioritise work to maximum efficiency.
You will have:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Social Science or equivalent e.g. Counselling, Psychology, Wellbeing
- Demonstrated experience and knowledge of Child and Family-centred practice, child development and Mental Health, particularly that of vulnerable families and children from backgrounds of trauma and/or disadvantage.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, the ability to multitask and maintain meticulous attention to detail.
- High level of communication skills, literacy, and well-developed writing skills.
- Strong computer literacy and proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of programs.
What we can offer you
- You’re joining an organisation that truly cares about your wellbeing, values what you do and celebrates success.
- Industry-leading job satisfaction and workplace flexibility.
- Salary packaging/tax free income for eligible employees offering 6-12% increase in your take-home pay.
- An equal opportunity workplace where diversity, inclusion and lived experience are genuinely valued.
- Career and personal development opportunities.
- Personalised support and counselling for Mental Health challenges for you, your immediate household members, in person, over the phone or online.
- Flexible leave provisions including access to 4 weeks paid parental leave in excess of the government scheme for eligible employees, option to apply for up to 2 weeks leave in advance and option to cash out long service leave after 7 years of service.
- Superannuation Guarantee paid on every eligible dollar earned.
- Discounts on a range of products and services through our salary packaging provider Community Business Bureau (CBB).
- You will thrive in a supportive workplace which celebrates its rich, diverse, and inclusive workforce.
Location
UCWB office is based at Bowden, just a short walk to the popular Plant 3 and Plant 4 entertainment complex in Gibson Street. However, the role encompasses significant work off-site in respective funded LGA’s including delivery in early years centres, primary and or secondary schools & community centres
To Apply for this Job
- Review the Role Profile (UCWB recruitment website) and consider whether you meet the Essential Criteria and the Screening Requirements.
- Submit your application and upload your resume and cover letter at this link (UCWB recruitment website).
- Applications close 5.00pm on Friday 19 April 2024, however shortlisting will commence on receipt of suitable applications and thepositionmay close sooner.
- UCWB will provide reasonable adjustments for applicants with a disability throughout the recruitment process. If you require adjustments, please advise us via *******@ucwb.org.au or by telephoning 82457100.
