Fixed term parental leave cover to 29th December 2026- secondment opportunities available Every family has a story that deserves to be told and heard Make it work with internationally recognised training and weekly supervision Family focused, intervention involving alliance and involvement of the whole family Your role: FFT-CW is an evidenced based model of behaviour change, that is therapeutically focussed, which aims to provide all family members with skills and knowledge to improve family communication, parenting skills and conflict management. The aim of the program being to improve family communication and dynamics, creating positive and nurturing family environments for children and young people who are at risk of being placed in Out of Home Care. FFT-CW focusses on preventing family breakdown by interrupting negative patterns of behaviour that can lead to escalations within family units. You can learn more about the model here- https://www.fftllc.com/fft-child-welfare Make Your Mark. Working with families, in an outreach capacity, in home sessions. Working with families with complex needs, including trauma, mental health, AOD, and family violence. Use your positive, strength based communication skills to rapidly build relationships and rapport with families. Reduce conflict and to increase hope within family environments. Identify how family interactions can affect behaviour. Recognise and engage with family’s formal and informal support networks. With our commitment to continual improvement and learning through training and supervision. Qualifications: A relevant degree in Social Work, Psychology, and/or a related degree in behavioural sciences OR applicants with Diploma of Community Services may be considered if they also are able to demonstrate significant experience levels working with families. Make A Move: A salary at SCHCADS level 6 which equates to around $110,102 plus super at 12%. This is senior level salary offering excellent remuneration. Fixed term to 29th December 2026, covering parental leave, full time. Intensive supervision, feedback and training in Functional Family Therapy. Based at our office in Bendigo. How to Apply: Click apply and submit your resume with a cover letter that describes your passion for working with vulnerable children, young people and their families delivering a respect based, strength based, non judgmental, relational model such as FFT. To learn more about the role a full Position Description is available here: Practitioner PD FS FPR FFT-CW E AW6 2024 V1.3 (2).pdf If you have any questions at all please contact Georgia Thomas via email at georgia.thomas@anglicarevic.org.au or reach out to our recruitment specialist Paul Ridley at paul.ridley@anglicarevic.org.au or call 03 9412 6078 Applications close Sunday 11th January 2026
