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3 days ago
About the Position
We are seeking a Therapeutic Play Specialist to join our team in Bidwill. This is a permanent full-time opportunity working 35 hours per week (Monday - Friday). The successful candidate will be based at Newpin in Bidwill and will provide therapeutic play opportunities to help families referred for child restoration.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and attachment theory, as well as experience in developing therapeutic relationships and managing challenging behaviors. They will also have the ability to support parents in developing positive parenting skills and work collaboratively with the team to create stimulating, educational play programs.
About You
- Tertiary qualification in a relevant field with experience working with children (0-5 years)
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and attachment theory
- Experience in developing therapeutic relationships and managing challenging behaviors
- Ability to support parents in developing positive parenting skills
Important Considerations
Appropriate cultural knowledge and understanding of First Nations history, challenges, and protocols is important to deliver effectively in this role. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Critical Capabilities
- Demonstrated ability to work with children who have experienced trauma and a lived experience in the child protection system
- Demonstrated skills and experience providing therapeutic activities and guiding a therapeutic play space while working through a trauma-responsive lens
- Demonstrated skills and experience providing a safe therapeutic space for children and their parents
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