TFM Practitioner Mooroolbark

• Multiple roles available in a Teaching Family Home on Wurrundjeri Country
• Group Interviews Wednesday 8th October
• Orientation Thursday 16th and Thursday 17th October
• Ongoing Hourly rate of $34 - $43 p/hr (unqualified) or $38 - $48 p/hr (qualified) salary packaging

The Opportunity

Join our team at Berry Streets Residential Care Program where we provide accommodation top-tier physical and emotional care and unwavering support to children and young people aged 10 to 17. These individuals placed under Child Protection orders come to us when other Out of Home Care options are not feasible.

Berry Street are implementing an evidence-based model of care called the Teaching Family Model (TFM). TFM is a therapeutic behavioural program which sees children living with highly trained staff known as Practitioners in a home setting. The TFM model uses teaching interactions relationships and skills building which is targeted to reduce challenging behaviours and increase pro-social behaviours.

The model is trauma informed and helps young people identify personal stressors and develop appropriate self-regulation techniques. Overall goals of the program include reduced problem behaviours increased pro-social behaviours increased social skills accomplishment of age-appropriate tasks and relationship development.

While the role is deeply rewarding it also presents its own set of challenges. Working with children and young people who have endured trauma neglect and abuse requires resilience compassion and a commitment to their growth and well-being. Our roster operates 24/7 offering a variety of day shifts (7am to 11pm) and overnight shifts (11pm to 7am).

• Multiple Part time Full time permanent and Fixed term roles available

On the Job You Will:

• Work collaboratively within a dedicated team to deliver high-quality therapeutic care.
• Implement current best practice therapeutic interventions and program guidelines to ensure the highest standard of care and child safety.
• Serve as a positive role model supporting young people in their educational social and recreational pursuits while fostering independence.
• Create a safe and nurturing home environment including managing household duties and providing nutritious meals.

Your Skills and Experience:

• Youre a team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders prioritising the best interests of the young person.
• Strong communication skills active listening and a commitment to maintaining professional boundaries.
• Flexibility adaptability and the ability to multitask with ease.
• Creative thinking and a non-judgmental approach to life.
• A drivers license (minimum green Ps) is essential for transporting young people.
• A minimum Cert IV in Child Youth & Family Intervention or equivalent qualification is required.
• Applicants must complete the mandatory upskilling units as required by Department of Families Fairness and Housing.

Interested

Applications including resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria for the position to be submitted.

Applications will be reviewed as received and interviews will take place as needed.

For inquiries contact our Talent Acquisition Team at

Please Note; the successful applicant will be subject to comprehensive reference and background checking prior to employment including a Working with Children Check and National and International Police check if required and Worker Care Exclusion Scheme if applicable.

Berry Street is committed to being a child safe child friendly and child empowering everything we do we seek to protect children. We are committed to the cultural safety of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children; children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds; children with a disability; children who identify as LGBTIQA. We aim to ensure every individual is treated with dignity and respect regardless of their cultural background ability ethnicity gender identity sexual orientation spirituality or religion.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability are encouraged to apply.