• Work with an organisation that has a positive impact on clients and communities
• Are you passionate about making a difference?
• Convenient Parramatta location

About CatholicCare Western Sydney & The Blue Mountains

CatholicCare Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains is a not-for-profit that aims to serve the community in the Catholic Diocese of Parramatta by overseeing the provision of high-quality social services operating according to the principles of Catholic Social Teaching. CatholicCare respects the dignity, worth, diversity, cultures and beliefs of all people and is renowned for its hands-on and practical approach to the service and pastoral care of people in this area.

At CatholicCare, what inspires us most is hearing what really matters to our clients so we can support them to live with joy and purpose. We are a unifier, bringing together individuals and families with their community. This is what inspires us every day so all those in our community may live with joy and purpose.

About the Opportunity

A pivotal member in an engaged and dynamic Client Care Team, the Lead Intake & Brief Intervention Therapist will work closely with clients, families and other community members to provide coordinated access to our clinical services. You will be responsible for connecting with our clients and completing comprehensive screening assessments of clients, conducting brief intake assessments, coordinating supported referrals and providing a range of evidence-based treatment interventions.

About You

• Tertiary qualification in Psychology or Social Work backed by an AHPRA Registration or other relevant Professional Membership
• The ability to make recommendations and referrals to appropriate services based on the needs and risk assessment which take into account client choice and the range of service options available
• Previous experience of at least 3 years desirable
• Experience working with diverse groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and CALD communities
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) including cultural awareness
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• A current NSW drivers’ licence with the flexibility to travel to multiple locations
• The successful candidate will be required to hold or be willing to obtain a valid Working with Children Check in accordance with Child Protection legislation and Criminal Record Check (obtained within the last 6 months) with no disclosable court outcomes

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration and salary packaging
• Collaborative working environment
• Flexible working
• Generous paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program

Want more information?

For more information, please email: [email protected], using the subject line: Lead Intake & Brief Intervention Therapist enquiry via EthicalJobs.

The position description can be downloaded below.

CatholicCare is committed to safeguarding all children, young people and vulnerable adults and that all children, young people and vulnerable adults have an equal right to protection from abuse. We will take every reasonable step to ensure that children, young people and vulnerable adults are protected. All suspicions and allegations of abuse will be taken seriously and responded to swiftly and appropriately.