Therapeutic Specialist Opportunity
We are seeking a skilled Therapeutic Specialist to join our team in Dubbo. As a key member of our staff, you will play a crucial role in supporting the development and well-being of children and young people in our care.
The successful candidate will possess a strong background in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or a related discipline, with current registration or eligibility for registration with the relevant professional body.
You will be responsible for coordinating and delivering high-quality assessment, consultative, and referral services to support the development and well-being of children and young people in our care. This includes developing and reviewing therapeutic support plans, providing therapeutic expertise and guidance to support managers, and facilitating reflective practice sessions.
To succeed in this role, you will need to have experience using evidence-based assessment tools with young people who have trauma-informed behavior. You will also need to be able to advocate and lead ethical, evidence-informed therapeutic practice, in alignment with legislation, professional standards, and organisational policy.
About the Role
* Lead therapeutic assessments and planning through comprehensive assessments and Positive Behaviour Support Plans
* Develop, review and support implementation of relevant therapeutic support plans
* Provide therapeutic expertise and guidance to support managers with reflective practice
* Develop a thorough working knowledge of the CARE and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) models to deliver training as required
* Advocate and lead ethical, evidence-informed therapeutic practice
What We Offer
* A generous salary packaging benefit
* Flexible hybrid working arrangements
* A monthly RDO + access to fitness passport
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and covering letter in one document. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible as applications are continuously reviewed prior to the closing date; and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice.