Address· Part-Time – 4 Days Per Week, 12 months fixed term.
· Clinical supervision provided by an experienced clinical psychologist and registered supervisor.
· Training and development: access opportunities and skill development within the team.
· Pool vehicle provided for work travel.
Are you eager to provide support to children and young people who have experienced trauma? Join our dedicated team at the Australian Childhood Foundation (ACF) for an impactful 12-month part-time position (0.8 EFT). As a Social Worker/Psychologist/Counsellor, you'll play a crucial role in our Pathways to Resilience Program, offering essential outreach support to children and young people affected by family violence.
About the Role:
This is an outreach role that provides intensive therapeutic support to children and young people residing in the Southern region of Melbourne. Outreach counselling sessions often occur in counselling rooms, school spaces to occasional home environments. Your role will be diverse and rewarding. You'll provide counselling and group programs tailored to address the impacts of family violence, working closely with young people, their parents/carers, and professionals. You will work within a supportive and highly skilled team of specialists, with a strong focus on team development and collaboration.
Location: Whilst this position is primarily outreach, our office is nestled in the leafy areas of Mitcham, offering a modern workspace close to cafes and parks, providing a vibrant environment to work and unwind.
Key Selection Criteria:
What you bring to the table:
- Qualification – you have an appropriate tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, or a related discipline.
- Previous experience – you have previous experience working with children and young people, particularly, in child abuse or trauma-related work.
- Leadership skills - able to provide leadership in clinical assessment and treatment.
- Be a trusted consultant and advisor - Highly developed skills in providing secondary consultation and advice.
- Collaborator- you enjoy working as an active collaborator and engage with diverse communities.
- A current Victoria driver’s license and Working with Children Check.
Remuneration & Benefits:
We value your expertise and dedication. That's why we offer:
· Competitive compensation reflecting your experience and qualifications.
· Salary packaging options to suit your financial goals.
· Access to our Employee Assistance Program for comprehensive support.
· Guided individual and group supervision for ongoing professional development.
· Collaboration with our nationwide ACF Therapeutic Services Teams.
· Access to an extensive resources library, enhancing your impact.
To Apply:
Ready to embark on this rewarding journey? Please submit your current resume and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. For more information or a detailed position description, feel free to reach out to our Human Resources team at **@childhood.org.au
At ACF, we are committed to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage individuals from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTIQ+ community to apply.
