We’re looking for a professional Outreach Therapeutic Worker with relevant experience who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference on a Permanent Part-Time basis, working 22.8 hours per week based in Frankston.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.

For almost 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.

We are passionate about the work we do.

We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society - a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve. 

THE ROLE

This position will provide therapeutic support through an outreach mode of delivery to the students and their families participating in the Re-engagement Program, a partnership program between Brotherhood of St Laurence and Monterey Secondary College, for Year 7 to Year 9 students who have disengaged from school or are at risk of disengagement. This is conducted through consultation, therapeutic sessions and interventions, planning in a holistic framework, and risk management, and will include remote learning and outreach opportunities, accommodating for all students’ needs. The position will aim to achieve student and family well-being in line with the Re-engagement Program’s Practices and is a collaborative approach in a partnership with School Staff.

• Provide a range of evidence based therapies through individual, group and family work, for students and their family, undertaking an integrated approach to support a trauma informed education model
• Support the student and their families to achieve improved self-regulation and problem solving capacities in their education participation
• Develop sustainable skills and strategies to improve well-being and family functioning
• Support the student and their families to connect with external referral pathways based on individual circumstances and needs
• Develop individualised and tailored delivery learning plans for each student, inclusive of remote learning and outreach opportunities, accommodating for all students’ needs.

Salary will be in the range of $85,264.31 to $89,124.91 pro rata per annum, based on skills and experience plus superannuation.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.

To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for an who has the following key skills and experiences:

• Relevant tertiary degree qualifications in social work, psychology, occupational therapy or family therapy with eligibility for membership with appropriate professional body
• Well-developed knowledge of youth issues, community development principles and leading practice program and service response. 
• Demonstrated experience providing therapeutic interventions and counselling practices
• Understanding and knowledge of trauma informed practices, mental health and well-being interventions, and working with vulnerable families and diverse communities

BENEFITS

• Extensive salary packaging options to reduce amount of tax you pay
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program

CULTURE

BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.

If this looks like a role that’s right for you, APPLY NOW or contact Lisa Buchner on 0414 253 542 for a confidential discussion.

To review the Position Description and address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here.

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics. Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.