Clinical Supervisor
Job No:
92137
Location:
Sydney, NSW
- Exciting leadership opportunity for experienced Clinical Supervisor - play a critical role in clinical efficacy!
- Join an independent community organisation dedicated to supporting people affected by the criminal justice system!
- Competitive remuneration circa $44.09 per hour, plus super and generous salary packaging options!
- Flexible part time role - choose to work 4 or 5 days a week!
Community Restorative Centre - Changing Lives, Reducing Crime
Founded in 1951, Community Restorative Centre (CRC) is an independent community organisation with a broad funding base, dedicated to supporting people affected by the criminal justice system, particularly prisoners, ex-prisoners, and their families and friends. CRC is the lead provider of specialist throughcare, post-release, and reintegration programs for people transitioning from prison into the community in NSW. All CRC programs aim to reduce crime and break entrenched cycles of disadvantage, offending and imprisonment.
CRC believes a strong team that feels valued and supported is best positioned to work effectively with clients. As such, CRC works hard to create an environment that is professional, respectful and culturally safe.
With a commitment to investing in the professional development of staff, CRC delivers on the idea that the increased effectiveness and capacity of the workforce increases the effectiveness and capacity of the organisation as a whole. This has a direct flow-on effect that creates improved outcomes for CRC clients and the wider community.
About the Opportunity
Community Restorative Centre (CRC) is now seeking a Clinical Supervisor to join their team in Sydney, NSW. This role is being offered on a locum basis (30 hours per week) until October 2018, with excellent flexibility regarding days and hours - you choose whether to work 4 or 5 days!
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this critical role will oversee the clinical efficacy of all CRC casework teams, including the management and coordination of the clinical supervisory structures within the organisation. In addition, you will assist in the development and implementation of an evidence-based, best practice model for working with people with complex needs and criminal justice system involvement.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing clinical group supervision to all CRC service delivery teams across the organisation, as well as one-on-one supervision when needed;
- Contributing to the development and implementation of new programs, in relation to how they may relate to clinical practice;
- Staying abreast of research, clinical practice and best practice models of service delivery for people with complex needs and criminal justice involvement;
- Evaluating and identifying gaps in CRC policies and procedures regarding clinical best practice;
- Identifying training/learning gaps, and assisting with arranging internal/external training for team members; and
- Making recommendations to the Management team regarding ways to improve clinical practice within the organisation, to ensure consistency across the organisation.
To view a full position description, please click here.
About You
CRC is on the lookout for candidates with tertiary qualifications in Counselling/Psychotherapy, Psychology or Social Work, coupled with experience in the delivery of clinical supervision within an organisational structure. Experience working with people with complex needs (including homelessness, cognitive impairment, mental illness, AOD, trauma, etc.) and knowledge of the needs and issues facing people involved in the criminal justice system will also be required.
Due to the nature of the role, experience in the delivery of capacity building programs for staff will be essential, as will a demonstrated understanding of the socio-political nature of crime, and how this translates in clinical supervision. In addition, you will have a demonstrated understanding of issues related to Indigenous and CALD people.
Although not essential, experience in the community sector and/or in the delivery of supervision via alternative modes (e.g. Skype) would be beneficial. A Cert IV in Training and Assessment and/or experience in delivering relevant training will also be highly regarded. In addition, experience in trauma informed and/or Narrative Therapy will be highly regarded.
Please Note: A current Driver’s License is required before commencing this position. You must also be willing to partake in travel to regional sites in New South Wales.
About the Benefits
This is an incredible opportunity to join an established, best practice organisation known for its experience and expertise. Upon joining the team, you'll be welcomed into a friendly and supportive environment and management structure.
Importantly, with CRC being set up for the benefit of their clients, you'll be able to truly work in a humanistic way supporting individuals within the criminal justice system without actually being part of the system itself.
In return for your hard work and commitment, you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration circa $44.09 per hour, plus super and generous salary packaging options!
Take on a pivotal leadership role in which you can make a positive impact - Apply Now!
Please note that the Community Restorative Centre is an Equal Opportunity Employer and anyone who meets the above criteria will be considered for this role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from CALD backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please visit the CRC website to view many more positions currently available.