Child Therapist

3 weeks ago


Sunshine Coast, Australia Act for Kids Full time
About Act for Kids

Act for Kids is a leading provider of prevention, professional therapy, and support services for children who have suffered abuse and neglect. With over 33 centres nationally, we have supported thousands of children and their families for more than 30 years.

Our Mission

We are committed to helping keep kids safe, heal from trauma, and lead happy lives. Our team is dedicated to providing evidence-based therapeutic assessment and intervention for young people and their families who have experienced early adversity and trauma.

Key Responsibilities
  • Identify and work towards client goals and achieve successful case outcomes for children who have experienced complex trauma.
  • Complete discipline-specific assessments to contribute to therapeutic plans, in collaboration with the integrated therapy team.
  • Provide therapeutic support to children and their families using evidence-informed therapies focused on attachment, emotional and sensory regulation, and socio-emotional wellbeing.
Requirements
  • Tertiary qualifications in psychology.
  • Registration as a Psychologist with AHPRA.
  • At least two years' experience working with children, young people, and their families who have been impacted by trauma or experienced abuse and neglect, or at least two years' experience working in similar roles.
  • Clinical and therapeutic understanding of the impacts of trauma on child and family functioning.
What We Offer
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional development and growth.
  • A competitive salary and benefits package.


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