About the opportunity
The therapeutic Caseworker (MST-CAN) provides casework support using the Multisystemic Therapy Child Abuse and Neglect (MST-CAN). MST-CAN is an evidence-based intensive family preservation and restoration model directed at families with children ages 6 to 17 years old where there is substantiated physical abuse and neglect.
This is a full time permanent position where you will work 35 hours a week Monday to Friday from our office in Coffs Harbour, NSW.
Key Responsibilities:
- Contribute towards the efficiency and effectiveness of the team.
- Work closely with MST-CAN Therapists, model developers and DCJ in the provision of in home MST-CAN service delivery where there has been physical abuse and /or neglect of a child aged 6-17 years.
- Deliver the service in a culturally inclusive framework for Aboriginal and culturally diverse families with respect and attention to the additional complexities of working with Aboriginal and CALD families within the child protection system.
- Facilitate and participate in the development and review of the family’s treatment plan in accordance with the program model timeframes. Ensure plans are linked to safety risks and referral behaviours.
- Contribute positively to the development of collaborative partnerships with DCJ Community Service Centres in the region and other key organisations. Establish and maintain community networks when required.
About You
- Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Social Science, Childhood Education or a related subject area.
- At least 3 years’ experience working with families in a Therapeutic setting.
- Experience working with families in a community-based setting.
- Experience working with child protection and court systems.
- Experience managing suicidal or homicidal threats and family safety risks.
- Demonstrated knowledge of behavioural therapy targeting behavioural change in children at home and school.
- Demonstrated experience implementing interventions within or between systems in the youth’s natural ecology that affect or influence the behaviour of youth (i.e., family, peer, school, and community.
- Demonstrated knowledge in behavioral therapies theory and application, child development theories and application.
- A working understanding of the culture and strengths of the families within the MST-CAN population.
- Ability and willingness to work flexible hours and on-call to meet the needs of families as required.
- NSW Working with Children Check and satisfactory completions of a national police history check.
- Current driver’s licence and willingness to transport families in company vehicles.
The salary range for this role is from $76,515 to $91,245 base salary with superannuation added on top and $15,990 salary packaging available.
If you feel you have the passion and ability to make a real difference then please apply now. If you have any questions or require further details then please contact Zoe Banbury on zbanbury@uniting.org
Employment with Uniting is subject to satisfactory background checks which include a National Police Check and Reference Check.
