Family Violence Safe, Thriving

Family Violence Safe, Thriving & Connected Therapeutic Practitioner We are seeking a passionate Therapeutic Practitioner to deliver trauma-informed therapeutic interventions to women, children, and young people impacted by family violence. This role is part of the Safe, Thriving & Connected (STC) program, a region-wide partnership of specialist organisations committed to safety, empowerment, and long-term wellbeing for women and children. This position is funded via STC for 0.5FTE/35 hours per fortnight but can be negotiated up to 0.8FTE/56 hours per fortnight to include other therapeutic work within the organisation. ABOUT ANNIE NORTH Annie North Inc. (furthermore referred to as Annie North) provides refuge and crisis accommodation for women and children escaping family violence. We work within a feminist, rights-based framework and are committed to safety, recovery, and empowerment. Key Responsibilities As the only STC therapeutic practitioner based within Annie North, this role will work closely with the other therapeutic staff to offer the following to Annie North clients: Therapeutic support to victim/survivors within Annie North refuge, crisis and transitional accommodation as part of the STC program. (If capacity allows, the practitioner will also support other STC clients external to Annie North). Therapeutic support as part of the Annie North integrated therapeutic and case management support model which can include supporting clients with practical needs such as appointments and advocacy. Due to the unique nature of refuge work, the practitioner needs to be flexible in delivering modalities/approaches for clients who are not therapeutically ready for clinical counselling. The position is located within the Client Services Team which consists of Family Violence Case Management, Therapeutic and After Hours Practitioners. The position reports directly to the Client Services Manager. The position is based within the Annie North core and cluster facility in Bendigo during business hours; however, some travel may be required for training and outreach. ABOUT YOU Mandatory Bachelor’s degree level or higher qualification in a Health or Social Sciences related field such as Psychology, Counselling, Family Therapy, Social Work, or related discipline. Experience/qualifications in providing direct support to clients in a therapeutic setting, including clinical and risk assessments, and therapeutic interventions in one or more specific modalities. A demonstrated understanding of feminist practice and its application in therapeutic responses that address the gendered nature of violence against women and its impact on children and young people. Demonstrated ability to collect and collate data and provide written reports and complete administration tasks related to the delivery of the program. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport and foster harmonious and collaborative relationships internally and with external stakeholders. Demonstrated understanding of intersectionality as it relates to diverse and marginalised populations and their experience of family violence and other forms of gender-based violence. Demonstrated high levels of resilience and ability to work in a changing and demanding environment – exercising maturity of judgement and sound and accountable problem-solving capability. At least 2 years’ experience working in a therapeutic or clinical role with victim/survivors of family violence or other related discipline. Demonstrated experience in providing therapeutic or clinical support services to infants, children and young people. Please note this position is only open to women in accordance with the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic), Section 28, and is a special measure under Section 12 of the Act FURTHER INFORMATION Employment is subject to satisfactory reference checks. The successful applicant must provide evidence of their right to work in Australia. A current Working with Children Check and National Police Check will be required prior to an offer of employment being made (including an international police check if resided continuously in an overseas country for 12 months or more in the last 10 years). Evidence of a valid Victorian driver’s license with no passenger restrictions. The position is subject to a probationary period as outlined in the employment contract. All employees are expected to comply with the organisation’s Code of Conduct, Principles and Standards, Policies, and Procedures as well as all relevant standards, laws and regulations relevant to the role and/or relevant qualification and professional body if applicable. Annie North is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from diverse communities. WHY WORK FOR ANNIE NORTH? Annie North aims to be a family friendly workplace offering generous conditions through the Enterprise Agreement including flexible working arrangements where possible. Benefits include: Option to salary package up to $15,900 (tax free);* this allows you to increase the tax free component of your salary. If you take advantage of salary packaging, your take home pay is increased. Paid parental leave. Long service leave due after ten years, with access after seven. Generous personal leave entitlements. Cultural and volunteer leave. Study leave. Professional development and training. Commitment to staff safety and wellbeing. TO APPLY Please download the Position Description (PD) from our website at and respond, in writing, to ****@annienorth.org.au including: A response to the Key Selection Criteria (KSC) found within the PD. Your Resume Please note that only applications with a response to the KSC will be considered. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, Annie North will review applications as they come in and may close the advertisement earlier. #J-18808-Ljbffr