Your role:
FFT-CW is an evidenced informed short-term therapeutic program which aims to provide all carers within a family skills and training in family communication, parenting skills and conflict management with the aim being to improve family communication and dynamics, creating positive and nurturing family environments for Children and Young People.
It may also be helpful to look at the model FFT here: https://www.fftllc.com/
About you:
- Previous experience in a therapeutic environment is preferred
- Knowledge and experience working with families with complex needs, mental health, AOD, family violence
- Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships and rapport with families and young people
- Willingness to work outside of normal hours mostly evenings between 4pm and 8pm to see families together and at home
- Experience working to reduce conflict and to increase hope and a positive family environment.
- Show us how you identify how family interactions can affect behaviour.
- Ability to recognise family’s support network, e.g. extended family, teachers, Youth Justice workers
Qualifications:
A relevant degree in Social Work, Psychology, and/or a related degree in behavioural sciences, with substantial experience in the relevant service stream.
The important stuff:
- A salary at SCHCADS level 6 $96,962- $99,096 plus super
- Intensive supervision, feedback and training in Functional Family Therapy
- Based at our office in Bendigo
- Access to discounted health insurance, free Employee Assistance, Salary Packaging and a range of other employment benefits supporting your physical and mental health
- Working hours are flexible, Monday to Friday, which is great for work life balance
- Anglicare Victoria are leaders in the industry
- A commitment to career progression, professional development, training, support and a culture of inclusivity and resilience
- Recognition as innovators
- Our Rainbow Tick Accreditation
- A leadership team that are passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes.
Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement. AV employees are required to either be fully vaccinated against Covid 19 or have a medical exemption. AV will require evidence that you are compliant with these requirements.
How to Apply:
Click apply below and submit your resume with a cover letter that describes your passion for working with vulnerable children, young people and their families.
To learn more about the role a full Position Description is available here: FFT-CW Practitioner June 2022.pdf
For further enquiries contact Emma Schneider Lead Practitioner 03 5440 1144 or email [email protected]
You can also contact our Recruitment Specialist Paul Ridley on 03 9412 6078 or email [email protected] for an informal discussion about this role or any other role available at Anglicare Victoria.
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