Job description
Organisation Description:
The Australian Childhood Foundation stands at the forefront of transformative reforms in Western Australia’s Out-of-Home Care (OOHC) sector. Aligned with the WA Government’s initiatives, the Foundation emphasises stability in care, and cultural sensitivity, and aims for seamless transitions and strong cultural connections for young people. Awarded a contract to deliver foster care services in the Perth area, the Foundation collaborates closely with Karla Kuliny Aboriginal Corporation to provide trauma-transformative therapeutic services, making significant strides in improving care outcomes for children and young people.
About the Role:
The Therapeutic Specialist position will have a focus on equipping and supporting carers in their provision of therapeutic care to children and young people in the program. The Therapeutic Specialist will provide case consultation and advice to other staff, particularly around trauma, attachment, and assessments. They will offer leadership and direct service in the clinical assessment and support for children and young people in the program.
The Therapeutic Specialist will develop and implement a range of appropriate therapeutic supports for children and young people in out of home care and training for professionals and carers in trauma-informed therapeutic approaches to out of home care.
The Foundation currently has a number of full-time opportunities available for Therapeutic Specialist’s based in East Perth on an ongoing basis.
Key Selection Criteria/ About You:
- An appropriate tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, or a related discipline.
- Eligibility for membership of the relevant professional association.
- Demonstrated ability to provide leadership and direct service in the clinical assessment and treatment of children, young people, and families.
- Previous experience in working in a similar role in out of home care.
- Highly developed ability to provide secondary consultation and advice to clinicians and other professionals.
- Demonstrated capacity to lead and manage in an area of challenging and complex practice.
- Demonstrated knowledge of trauma, attachment and neurobiology frameworks and theories.
- Substantial experience in the area of child abuse and/or in working with traumatised children.
- Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively and the capacity to negotiate and liaise with key stakeholders, including carers, Department of Communities, other agencies, and the community.
- A sophisticated understanding of the complexity of the service system.
- A current driver’s licence and Working with Children check or equivalent.
Remuneration and Benefits:
- Competitive compensation based on your experience and qualifications.
- A company provided vehicle.
- Tailored salary packaging for financial flexibility.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program for personal wellbeing.
- Access to professional development opportunities
Join us in making a difference. Apply now to contribute to our transformative work and help shape a brighter future for children and young people.
To apply, please upload a copy of your Resume and Cover Letter.
For more information, or to request a copy of the position description, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Therapeutic Specialist – Out of Home Care enquiry via EthicalJobs.
The Australian Childhood Foundation (ACF) is committed to safeguarding children and young people. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
ACF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTIQ+ community. All are strongly encouraged to apply.