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Act for Kids is a prominent provider of prevention, professional therapy and support services for children who have suffered abuse and support for families at risk. With over 25 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years. Through prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.
Why Join Act for Kids?
The Act for Kids team is a community of shared values. We are a team that is Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative.
- Inclusive Employer 2023-2024 named by Diversity Council Australia.
- Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose.
- Employer of Choice: Awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.
- Fitness Passport - Discounted health and fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
- Above-award leave provisions available – including study and exam leave opportunities.
- Our Employee Assistance Program includes 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals.
- Salary packaging - up to $15,900 per year tax free + an additional $2,650 for meal and entertainment.
About the Position
We are looking to welcome a Domestic andFamily Violence Therapeutic Support Practitionerto provide support to clients to reach their goals though both group and individual case work and coordinate group training programs within the Safe Families Program.
- Full Time permanent opportunity.
- Level 4 under the SCHCADS award. Salary range is $82,046 and 88,288 (pro-rata) plus super.
Key responsibilities of the role include:
- Work collaboratively with the Safe Families team to deliver activities to families and children to meet therapeutic goals and support the case plan.
- Work collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to ensure families’ goals are achieved.
- Support the coordination of group training programs within the Safe Families Program.
- Deliver group training programs that provide psychoeducation for families experiencing Domestic and Family Violence such as Drumbeat, Love Bites, Shark Cage, Caring Dads.
You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.
About You
- Certificate IV in Community Services or similar vocational qualification is required with experience in working in Domestic and Family Violence.
- Tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (eg. social work, human services, allied health, psychologist) desirable.
- Professional registration (if required).
- Membership of a relevant professional association (desirable).
Other Requirements
- Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
- Current driver’s licence.
- Legally able work in Australia (proof of eligibility will be requested).
- Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical exemption.
About Applying
- Job applications will be reviewed as soon as submitted. Please click on ‘Apply Now’ to submit an application.
- We welcome you to share any support or adjustments you need to enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process. If you have questions or concerns, please speak with the contact person before or during your application. Your information will remain confidential.
For more information or questions about the role, please contact Geoff Devereaux on 0475 775 *** or ***************@actforkids.com.au.
Closing Date: 27 March 2024
