Therapeutic Worker

2 days ago

Melbourne, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

Location: Melbourne | Northern Metropolitan

Job type: Casual

Organisation: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing

**Salary**: $69,904 - $85,833

Occupation: Community Services

Reference: VG/DFFH/COPL/378278C

The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.

Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTQI+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.

We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people's homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.

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**THE ROLE**

**Therapeutic Worker - Therapeutic Care Program - Multiple casual positions available**

Hurstbridge Farm Therapeutic Care Program is an innovative initiative designed to provide a specialised treatment approach in Victoria.

The program provides an intensive experience for young people who are experiencing the aftermath of abuse and neglect. The practice model uses the frameworks and techniques of Trauma and Attachment Theories.

The key role of therapeutic care staff is to provide daily care and implement the therapeutic treatment strategies via everyday interactions.

**Are you**:
Interested in working with adolescents with challenging behaviours, and working with the team in helping them to develop and grow?

Able to demonstrate an understanding of the theories relating to trauma and attachment as aftermath of abuse and neglect?

Felxible and highly motivated?

**_ Please note: Shifts are predominantly after hours 5pm-1am; 5pm-8am (sleepover shift); daytime shifts also available._**

**Please open the position description to read more.**

**VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS POLICY**

The department may require its employees to be fully vaccinated against preventable diseases such as the current coronavirus (COVID-19). The department's COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy(Word) outlines the requirements for existing employees, other workplace participants and prospective employees. Please read in full prior to applying.

**HOW TO APPLY**

Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.

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