• A mix of leadership and project management - enhance practice, systems and processes
• Permanent full time, based at our office in Frankston
• FFT-CW is an evidence informed model that produces strong results

Your role

As the Lead Practitioner it is your role to liaise with DFFH, monitor risk and safety plans and identify performance trends and areas for improvement.

FFT-CW is an intensive family and community-based intervention focused on supporting children, young people and their families aged 0-18 years. FFT-CW uses a short-term intervention approach with an average of 12 to 20 sessions, over three to five months. FFT-CW aims to keep families together, potentially preventing children and young people from entering out-of-home care. The intervention involves a strong cognitive behavioural component integrated into systemic skill-training in family communication, parenting skills, conflict management skills and numerous other skills linked to a variety of referral problems. 

Who we are looking for:

• A practitioner who has previously lead teams or provided secondary case consults
• Ability to reflect on practice and spot gaps in service delivery
• Provide coaching and feedback
• Previous experience in a therapeutic environment ideally utilising recognised therapy practices such as motivational interviewing
• Knowledge and experience working with families with complex needs, mental health, AOD, family violence
• Willingness to work outside of normal hours to see families together and at home
• Ability to engage quickly and assess risk 

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology and/or related behavioural sciences at degree level with relevant experience; or diploma level with substantial experience 

What you need to know

• Salary above $100,000 plus super plus salary packaging (Level 7 SCHCADS)
• Office location: Frankston
• Step in to a role that allows you to develop and improve your leadership skills
• Involvement with projects, project management and improvement
• Working with an evidence informed model that helps keep families together
• Access to discounted health insurance, free Employee Assistance, Salary Packaging and a range of other employment benefits supporting your physical and mental health
• Professional development, training, support and a culture of inclusivity and resilience
• Our Rainbow Tick Accreditation
• A leadership team that are passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for children, young people and families 

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement. AV employees are required to either be fully vaccinated against Covid 19 or have a medical exemption. AV will require evidence that you are compliant with these requirements.

Ready to take the next step

Please take a look at the Position Description attached here: Position Description - Lead Practitioner (AVAW LP FPR FFTCW 2021V1) (1).pdf

Click "Apply Now" below which will take you to a login page where you will need to input your information.

You will also be requested to attach your resume and cover letter that describes your motivation to apply for this role and any skills and experience relevant to the role.

To discuss the details of the role or to ask any questions please reach out to Kristy Reed Program Manager Family Services on 03 97816700 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Lead Practitioner - Functional Family Therapy / Child Welfare enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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