THRIVE Children's Therapist.

Limited Tenure
Hours available up to 1 EFT 

REF # A00971

Colac Area Health currently has an opportunity for a Child and Family Therapist to join our busy THRIVE - a Family Violence Therapeutic Interventions Project in our

The successful applicants will have;

• Related tertiary qualifications to the role, (i.e.: Social Work/Welfare/Psychology/Counselling) or equivalent experience and training.
• Current drivers license
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice including an understanding of domestic and family violence legislation and the socio-political context of poverty, violence and the way this impacts on children, women and their family relationships.
• Familiarity and experience in delivering a range of family focused evidence-based counselling therapies, (i.e: Child, Adolescent and Family Therapies)
• DESIRABLE:
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to work flexibly within tight time schedules and in accordance with variable workload demands.
• Willingness to participate in further training and professional development.
• Demonstrated communication (both written and verbal) skills and computer literacy.
• Experience and understanding of group work programs and interventions for children, young people and their families, particularly those who have experienced trauma.

Further information may be obtained by contacting Tamara Holmes - Practice Leader - Family and Community Program - 52325373.

Applications for the above position should include a resume, a letter of application and an address of the qualifications, experience and personal attributes as outlined in the position description. Applications for the above positions should be lodged at https://colacareahealth.mercury.com.au/  by COB 7th May 2018

All staff are required to provide a current Victorian Police Check and complete a Statutory Declaration as per the Aged Care Principles prior to commencement of employment. Some positions will also require a WWC Check.

We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.