Child & Family Practitioner - Better Access / Child ATAPS
Job No:
82216
Location:
Northern Melbourne
- Truly make a difference to the lives of children and families in the local community!
- Join a dynamic not-for-profit organisation!
- Salary packaging to maximise your take home pay!
- Flexible hours and TOIL scheme to ensure you achieve a healthy work life balance!
About the Organisation
drummond street services (DS) is a not-for-profit, non-denominational agency that has over 127 years in the development and delivery of innovative services that strengthens families and communities with a strong focus on evidence-based/informed practice across the prevention and early intervention spectrum of universal and targeted support.
drummond street has played a crucial role providing specialist support to members of the LGBTQI community for over thirty years through its Queerspace program.
In addition, drummond street delivers services across the following programs:
- Mental Health programs (Better Access/ATAPS)
- Family Mental Health Support Services
- Family & Relationships Services
- Royal Commission Support Services
- Group Programs
- Parent engagement, education & support
About the Opportunity
drummond street now has a fantastic opportunity for a part-time (0.4 FTE) Child and Family Practitioner to deliver psychological interventions to children and their families under ATAPS and Better Access programs.
Joining the Family Services team in Northern Melbourne, you will actively contribute to the mission, objectives, values and culture of the organization through the provision of high quality support and practice.
Key responsibilities of this pivotal role include:
- Assessing risk and protective factors using appropriate measures and clinical tools;
- Developing and implementing case plans for children (0-12yrs) in collaboration with the client and their family;
- Providing appropriate referrals and working closely with cross-disciplinary teams to facilitate treatments, programs and achieve positive outcomes;
- Completing all documentation and participating in case review meetings; and
- Developing and delivering training to community members, partners and broader sector.
To qualify, you will be a registered Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist or Mental Health Social Worker. With working knowledge of the determinants of mental health and high-level counselling skills, the successful candidate will also have two years' experience providing psychologist interventions to children and their families under the Better Access and/or ATAPS program. A valid Medicare Provider Number is also required.
You will have a strong knowledge and experience in working with refugee families, with considerable experience and understanding of trauma informed practice models in working with children and their families.
To view the position description, click here.
This role is well suited to someone who is organised, client-focused and who can effectively manage tasks and deadlines while maintaining a high degree of self-awareness and professionalism. You will also demonstrate a positive, creative and collaborative approach to the delivery of support services. You will have a strong knowledge and experience in working with refugee families, with considerable experience and understanding of trauma informed practice models in working with children and their families.
As a reflection of our values and mission, we are a non-discriminatory organisation that delivers universal and targeted interventions to families, individuals, adults, children, youth and diverse communities. We are seeking candidates who embody these values and who have particular experience working with diverse communities and families.
Don't miss this unique opportunity to join an organisation that is truly making a difference to the community by promoting well-being for life. Apply Now!
drummond street are building their team, please click below to find out more about their current vacancies!
Better Access and ATAPS Practitioner
Senior Child & Family Practitioner (Refugee Focus)
Senior Child & Family Practitioner (Family and Relationship Services)