• Provide tailored support based on the needs of children and their families 
• Be supported to learn and successfully deliver an evidence-based model  
• Full time, permanent, full training provided  

Your role:

FFT-CW is an evidenced informed short-term therapeutic program which aims to provide all carers within a family skills and training in family communication, parenting skills and conflict management with the aim being to improve family communication and dynamics, creating positive and nurturing family environments for Children and Young People. 

About you:

• Previous experience in a therapeutic environment is preferred 
• Knowledge and experience working with families with complex needs, mental health, AOD, family violence
• Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships and rapport with families and young people
• Willingness to work outside of normal hours mostly evenings between 4pm and 8pm to see families together and at home
• Experience working to reduce conflict and to increase hope and a positive family environment.
• Show us how you identify how family interactions can affect behaviour.
• Ability to recognise family’s support network, e.g. extended family, teachers, Youth Justice workers 

Qualifications:

A relevant degree in Social Work, Psychology, and/or a related degree in behavioural sciences, with substantial experience in the relevant service stream. 

The important stuff:

• A salary at SCHCADS level 6 which equates to around $102,000 plus super.
• Intensive supervision, feedback and training in Functional Family Therapy.
• Based at our office in Sunshine.
• Anglicare Victoria are leaders in the industry.
• We take the Health and Wellbeing of our people seriously offering a Well Worth It! Program, EIP and EAP.
• Access to discounted health insurance as well!
• A diverse and inclusive workplace for you to feel safe, acknowledged and included.
• Our people are our biggest asset, we will support you to progress your career with a dedicated L&D team.
• A workplace with Rainbow Tick Accreditation and DCA Inclusive Employer recognition.
• A leadership team that are passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes. 

What our people say- “AV is an organisation where if you want to challenge yourself or explore opportunities, you don’t have to leave to do that. There are so many great people, programs and services, so it’s an organisation where you have great conditions for growth and development”. 

How to Apply: 

We are trying to appoint quickly and will take the opportunity to interview immediately on receipt of application so please do not delay your application.

Click apply below and submit your resume with a cover letter that describes your passion for working with vulnerable children, young people and their families.

To learn more about the role a full Position Description is available here: Practitioner PD FPR&AFVITH FFT-CW E AW6 102022 V1.3.pdf

If you have any questions at all please contact Bridget Ferrito, Lead Practitioner by mobile- 0437 822 139, or email- [email protected].

You can also reach out to our Recruitment Specialist Paul Ridley anytime on 03 9412 6078 or email [email protected], using the subject line: Practitioner - Functional Family Therapy - Child Welfare enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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. 

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.