In Home Therapy Assistant - Rockhampton

About Us

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. In 2021 - 2022 we provided services to 39,002 people, including over 23,000 children. Through prevention, treatment, research, education and advocacy, we are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives.

About Our Culture

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. We are committed to an ongoing culture of respect, safety, and support for our team to be able to bring their true authentic selves to work.
• Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose.
• We welcome applicants from all walks of life. We honour the strengths and unique experiences of a team as diverse in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, neurodiversity, culture, and belief as our communities and the communities we support.
• Employer of Choice: Awarded in 2019, categories including Health/Wellbeing; Leadership; + Work-Life Balance.

About the Position

We are looking to welcome an In-Home Therapy Assistantto work directly with children, families and carers in the Individual Support Services (ISS) Program to embed the therapeutic strategies developed by the Practice Lead and the child’s care team.

This position is classified Level 4 under the SCHCADS award. Salary range is $82,046- $88,288 plus super. We offer excellent salary packaging options which can significantly increase your take home pay.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide specialist trauma informed, attachment-based coaching and role-modelling to carers and stakeholders.
• Supporting families to foster secure attachments with their child, develop appropriate routines and boundaries and support emotional regulation.
• Working collaboratively with all ISS practitioners to ensure parenting strategies and child behaviour support is in line with appropriate child development and parental capacity.
• Delivering practical intervention with the family as guided by the therapy team in line with the ISS Therapeutic Intervention Plan.

You can read our full position description here under the relevant vacancy.

About You

• Tertiary degree in a relevant discipline (social work, human services, allied health).
• Professional registration (if required) and membership of a relevant professional association (desirable).
• At least two years’ experience working with children, young people and their families who have been impacted by trauma or have experienced abuse and neglect.
• Knowledge and understanding of family functioning, parenting and attachment, including assessing family relationships and parenting capacity and functioning.

If you bring a lot of what we are looking for (or not all), we encourage you to submit your application. We consider a person’s suitability in relation to the opportunities they’ve had.

Benefits and Support

• Above-award leave provisions available – including parental, study and exam leave opportunities.
• Professional Development - Our priority is to support your learning journey wherever you are in your career. Annual opportunity to apply for the Professional Development Fund to support you towards your personal and professional goals, as well as structured support.
• Our Employee Assistance Program includes access to curated mental health resources, 24/7 counselling support, and health and wellbeing portals with resources and guided activities for yourself and your family.
• Access to salary packaging, meal, and entertainment benefits - up to $15,900 per year tax free as well as up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for meal and entertainment benefits. 

Other Requirements

• Eligibility for a Working with Children Check or professional exemption.
• 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're committed to enhancing employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities or chronic health conditions. 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 about the role, contact Jennifer Korn on 0448 118 *** or *************@actforkids.com.au.

Closing Date: 18 February 2024