Therapeutic Specialist - Social Work, Psychologist

CASPA SERVICES LTD - POSITION VACANCY – Therapeutic Specialist - Darwin

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Therapeutic Specialist plays a critical role in overseeing and coordinating the functions within the Intensive Therapeutic Care programs undertaken by CASPA Services Ltd.

You will demonstrate commitment to the care and protection of children and young people through ensuring all elements of therapeutic care are consistently applied across programs, services, and practice, delivering optimal outcomes for individuals associated with CASPA in the NT.

This role is being offered at part-time (3 days per week) and may include travel on an as needed basis across the NT.

CASPA supports flexible work arrangements where possible, this hybrid role provides opportunity to work from home one day per week.

A high level of cultural competency is extremely important for these roles, prior experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people will be highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities (non-exhaustive)

• Engage in intake, assessment, and outcome processes for children and young people in CASPA's Programs
• Develop and review clinical formulations, therapeutic plans, and treatment plans, providing expert guidance on high-risk Safety and Case Plans
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and deliver therapy sessions when needed
• Offer psychoeducation and training sessions
• Manage a caseload of young people, and employ creative strategies in planning and evaluating evidence-based programs tailored to individual therapeutic needs.

To obtain a comprehensive overview of the skills and experience required, further key responsibilities, and CASPA's hiring process, please email careers@caspa.org.au.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• We believe taking care of your physical health is important. That’s why we offer subsidised memberships at a range of fitness providers and locations to support your wellbeing.
• As a not-for-profit organisation, our employees to receive up to $15,900 of their salary tax-free plus additional benefits.
• CASPA have a partnership with Summerland Bank through their Priority Partner Program. CASPA employees can assess special banking benefits
• CASPA has a partnership with Medibank, and all employees can access benefits and discounts through Medibank.
• Comprehensive systems, including a Human Resources Information System and a Central Rostering System.
• 12% Super Guarantee
• Generous Leave Entitlements
• Supervision Sessions and opportunities for Internal Training, Career Growth & Progression

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

CASPA Services Ltd is a not-for-profit organisation providing a range of specialised care services to support complex trauma-based needs for children, young people, families, and people living with disabilities. Our programs include Therapeutic Intensive Residential Care, Intensive Family Preservation, Therapeutic Foster Care, Restoration, and other associated care types, we are a registered NDIS provider and operate a social enterprise Maintenance and repairs business. As a growing and diversifying organisation, we have approximately 650+employees working in communities across New South Wales, Queensland, and the Northern Territory.

If you are looking to join a committed team making a powerful difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you. CASPA is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

We are seeking to employ those who reflect the diversity of our young people to ensure we can support each individuals needs and wants, while aligning with our values: ' Inspiring People to Thrive'

Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Checks and a valid drivers licence are requirements for employment at CASPA. Working with Children checks will be required for frontline roles in direct contact with Young People.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application via the CASPA Careers Website or, where applicable, the SEEK Website.

We encourage you to apply ASAP! We reserve the right to close this campaign at any time if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Applications will be assessed as received. A comprehensive mandatory Induction and Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training will be provided upon commencement.

Please include a current Resume supported by a Cover Letter outlining your suitability for the role through addressing the specific criteria.