About Marist180

Marist180 (www.marist180.org.au) is a not-for-profit organisation committed to creating positive change for vulnerable young people and their families. Marist180 is now looking for a Psychologist or Social Worker to join our team who has a depth of experience in working with clients who have experience complex trauma and working with clients within the child protection system.

The position

This a vital position within the organisation tasked to enhance the dignity, confidence, well-being and quality of life of the young people in our care. This position leads a team of therapeutic specialist and provides coordination in the development and delivery of a range of planned assessments, treatments and intervention services to Marist180 clients. This role will require you to:

• Provide therapeutic trauma informed Reflective Practice and supervision, training, support and consultation to staff you directly supervise
• Work closely with both internal and external agencies to educate, support and lead the delivery of appropriate therapeutic interventions for children and young people who have experienced significant trauma
• Lead and coordinate the collection of data and reporting as required by Department of Community & Justice (DCJ)
• Work closely with the DCJ, Central Access Unit (CAU) and Child and Family District Units (CFDU) in taking new referrals and identifying referral pathways for young people leaving the service
• Contribute to the Strategic and Operational Planning of the organisation; and
• Collaborate with Area Manager and Snr Caseworker to establish a safe and therapeutic Milieu for all young people.

Essential Criteria:

• Psychologist registration by AHPRA or Social Worker registration by AASW
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in therapeutic care setting or working in a clinical environment with children and young people
• Demonstrated experience in working effectively with the issues faced by children and young people who have a complex trauma background, and a demonstrated capacity to assist staff to provide treatment to young people
• Board approved supervisor or is eligible to be one
• Previous experience in management or providing supervision is highly recommended
• Clear National Criminal History Check
• Working with Children's Check
• NSW Drivers Licence (minimum Provisional 2 - Green P's)
• Current First Aid Certificate and CPR
• Eligibility to work in Australia

Applicants who hold a relevant Postgraduate Qualification, have training and/or experience in working in disability services, drug and alcohol, mental health and juvenile criminal justice will be highly regarded for this role.  It will also be desirable if you have previous experience leading a multidisciplinary team working with children and young people who have experienced or are experiencing complex trauma and working with families within the child protection system.

Click “Apply Now” to submit your online application, ensuring you have attached your resume and covering letter describing how you meet the position requirements.

Marist180 is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture across the agency.  We welcome and encourage applications who meet the requirements of the position from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disabilities and other diversity groups.  Marist180 recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and clients within our programs.

Please Note: Successful applicants will be subject to a National Criminal History Check and a verification of your Working with Children’s Check.

ONLY SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED.