- Permanent Full Time Opportunity
- DIDO – 1 week in Parkes, 3 weeks WFH or metro office (Sydney or Newcastle)
- Competitive Remuneration Package/Salary Sacrifice Options
We have an exciting opportunity to welcome a Therapeutic Specialist to to join our Child & Family Services team in Parkes, NSW. We are looking for a Therapeutic Specialist local to Parkes or drive in-drive out to Parkes for one week of the month.
Our Therapeutic Specialist’s provide clinical knowledge and expertise to support children and young people who are residing in Out of Home Care.
Keep Calm and Be Happy – What are the benefits?
Joining Lifestyle Solutions makes you feel like you are making a difference in people’s lives. Our team is here because they care, and because of this, we have an enriching and rewarding culture within our teams. Other benefits include:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Salary Packaging options up to $16k p/a
- Self-Organising Team structure and an inclusive culture
- Ongoing Professional Development and Training opportunities
Own It – How we get the job done
The Therapeutic Specialist works with residential care worker, family, kin and case managers to ensure children and young people who have experienced trauma, receive positive support and therapeutic care. This will include development of therapeutically appropriate plans and services, including assessments and behaviour support plans. A background in clinical delivery and therapy will be an advantage.
This role forms part of a Multi Disciplinary outreach team providing responsive and tailored programs, assessment and therapeutic supports to children and young people across the NSW region.
Make It Matter – What you will bring to make a difference in other’s lives
Essential Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or Mental Health Nursing (or any other related disciplines such as social, health, and behavioral sciences)
- Current registration in relevant and appropriate Registration Body
- Relevant experience and knowledge obtained in a therapeutic care setting or working in a clinical environment with Children and Young People
- Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience and the Child Protection and or Out of Home Care Service System,
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of relevant legislation and operational issues across the Child and Family Services
- National Police Check and Working with Children’s Check WWCC. National Police Check will be completed by us for the successful candidate.
Respect – Who we are and why we do it
We’re people who care. Lifestyle Solutions provides services to people with a disability, young people and children in Out of Home Care, their families, and communities. Our customers receive services designed to meet their everyday needs and support them to achieve their goals. Our national workforce is committed to providing service that is reliable, responsive, flexible, friendly, empathetic, and caring.
We believe everyone is equal.
We stand for everyone in society having equal opportunity and equal respect. We do this by providing our customers access to quality services and dedicated people who make a real difference in their lives. We believe this is everyone’s fundamental right. You can learn more about us here.
Join Us – Next steps
All applications must be lodged online.
For all enquiries regarding this position, please contact Rebecca Gibbs, Talent Acquisition Specialist on 0477 120 176 or rebecca.gibbs@lifestylesolutions.org.au
Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.