Are you an experienced Psychologist, Social Worker or post graduate Counsellor who works with young people and is excited by the prospect of working beyond the limitations of conventional practice settings?
Would you like to work in an extraordinary service with an engagement rate of close to 95%? Somewhere that you know you make a difference?
At Human Nature, we support and empower young people to heal and thrive through a deeper connection with themselves, with peers, with nature and their community. As an Adventure Therapist, you will work with a multi-disciplinary team to provide therapeutic support with vulnerable young people in nature-based settings. As a member of our team, you will be personally and professionally supported to make a positive difference in the lives of our participants.
About the role
The Adventure Therapist is a key member of a small team of mental health professionals and youth workers who are relentless in their pursuit of doing things better and differently. The team is deeply supportive and caring. We meet young people where they are at, we listen, support and connect and provide them with the tools and confidence to move forward together.
The role works collaboratively with our Team Leader and program team to deliver holistic care to young people across a suite of integrated programs.
About you
- Highly developed therapeutic skills, with demonstrated experience in providing effective and evidence-based therapies to vulnerable young people aged 14 – 18 with multiple support needs including mental health challenges and/or complex trauma.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to undertake case management and work in partnership with other services and agencies, including an understanding of referral processes and the value of those services to the wellbeing and recovery of the young people and their family/carers.
- Demonstrated capacity to work therapeutically in an outreach, non-clinical, and/or nature-based context, or aptitude and willingness to do so.
- A level of physical fitness and capacity suitable for multi-day hiking, and other adventure therapy activities such as stand-up paddleboarding, bike riding and kayaking.
Benefits
- Above award salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications
- Generous salary sacrificing
- Opportunity to provide meaningful support for vulnerable young people whilst connecting to nature
- Flexible work hours
- Work collaboratively as part of a small, high-energy team
- Professional support and development structures embedded into the team and approach to service delivery.
Enquiries
Please review the position description carefully. If you have any further questions, contact our Head of Operations, Jen Parke by email [email protected] or mobile (during work hours) on 0458 451 618.
How to apply
All applications must be received through Seek to be considered.
Please note applications will be considered as received and advertising will close once suitable candidates have been selected.
Refer to the Position Description on our website https://humannature.org.au/get-involved/work-with-us/
Please note applications will be considered as received and advertising will close once suitable candidates have been selected.
Please provide:
- Current resume
- Two page (maximum) cover letter including responses to the Essential Criteria and Essential Requirements from the position description (also listed below):
All candidates must meet the Essential Criteria and Requirements
Essential Criteria
- Demonstrated relevant experience in the provision of evidence based therapeutic services and person-centred practice working with diverse populations and specifically at-risk and disadvantaged young people experiencing mental health challenges and/or complex trauma.
- Demonstrated ability and willingness to undertake case management and work in partnership with other services and agencies, including an understanding of referral processes and the value of those services to the wellbeing and recovery of the young people and their family/carers.
- Demonstrated capacity to work therapeutically in an outreach, non-clinical, and/or nature-based context, or aptitude and willingness to do so.
- High level of culturally appropriate interpersonal skills.
- Understanding of child safety principles and practices.
- A level of physical fitness and capacity suitable for multi day hiking, and other adventure therapy activities such as stand-up paddle boarding, bike riding and kayaking.
Essential Requirements
- One of the following tertiary qualifications: Psychologist or Social Worker or post graduate Counselling.
- Valid drivers licence for use in NSW/Australia and willingness to travel across the Northern Rivers in the course of employment.
- Current full Registration with AHPRA, AASW or equivalent.
- Australian residency.
- NSW Working with Children Check, and clear Federal Police Check.
- Proof of full vaccination with an approved COVID 19 vaccine.