Fair Foundations is seeking a skilled and compassionate Child and Family Therapist who will play a pivotal role in changing the trajectory of children and young people displaying problematic or harmful sexual behaviours. Delivering evidence informed, trauma focused and culturally safe therapeutic interventions, this is an opportunity to support healing, strengthen families and build safer futures across schools and community settings. Deliver developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions that reduce risk and promote healing Join an organisation committed to social inclusion, outstanding outcomes and enabling resilience in multicultural communities Part time, 3 days per week, contracted until June 2028 with the possibility of extension The Impact of the Organisation Born from the heart of the Fairfield community in 1973, Fair Foundations was founded by the people, for the people. Established to support new migrants and refugees facing social isolation and disadvantage, the organisation has grown into a trusted, place based leader driving equity and community led change across Greater Western Sydney. With a deeply embedded commitment to social justice, Fair Foundations delivers services that bridge language and cultural barriers, enable inclusion, and empower communities to shape their own solutions. Guided by the values of Grit, Love, Excellence, Equity and Integrity, the organisation works to disrupt cycles of disadvantage and help people find their place and forge a fair future. The Impact of the Role As the Child and Family Therapist within Community and Psychosocial Services, you will deliver trauma informed, developmentally appropriate and culturally safe therapeutic interventions for children and young people who have displayed problematic or harmful sexual behaviours, and for their families. Through comprehensive assessment, structured risk management and tailored therapeutic planning, you will reduce risk, promote healing and strengthen protective factors within each child’s socio ecological environment. Working collaboratively with the Family Navigator, you will provide individual, family and group based therapeutic support, incorporating evidence informed approaches such as play based, narrative, cognitive behavioural and psychoeducational strategies. Your work will address intersecting needs including school engagement, carer wellbeing and broader family stability. Reporting to the Head of Wellbeing and Clinical Practice, you will contribute to high quality, culturally responsive practice aligned with the Minimum Practice Standards for Specialist and Community Support Services Responding to Child Sexual Abuse and the National Clinical and Therapeutic Framework for Responding to Children and Young People with Harmful Sexual Behaviour, strengthening both individual outcomes and broader service capability. Key Responsibilities Deliver evidence informed, trauma focused therapeutic interventions tailored to developmental stage and cultural context Conduct comprehensive risk and needs assessments and develop integrated therapeutic plans Provide individual, family and group based therapy and psychoeducation Develop and implement safety planning with families and manage identified risk behaviours Adapt therapeutic materials and strategies to meet cultural and linguistic needs, including in language or interpreter assisted delivery Collaborate with the Family Navigator, schools, youth justice, child protection and community organisations to ensure coordinated care Contribute to workforce capability through reflective practice, shared case discussions and practice guidance Maintain accurate documentation, data collection and reporting in line with professional, ethical and WHS standards Support evaluation and continuous improvement initiatives across the service Uphold Fair Foundations Cultural Diversity Principles across all aspects of service delivery About You You are an experienced and reflective therapeutic practitioner with a strong commitment to child safety, trauma informed care and culturally responsive practice. You are confident conducting assessments, managing risk and delivering structured interventions with children, young people and families. You will bring: A minimum Bachelor degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling or a related field, with post graduate qualifications preferred At least three years’ experience working in a clinical or therapeutic role with children, young people and families, including those displaying problematic or harmful sexual behaviours Experience delivering evidence informed, trauma focused interventions such as play based, narrative, cognitive behavioural and psychoeducational approaches Registration with the relevant professional body, such as AHPRA or equivalent Strong assessment, risk management and safety planning capability Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including high quality report writing and case documentation Demonstrated cultural competence and experience working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple cases effectively A current NDIS Worker Screening Check and Working with Children Check, or willingness to obtain Current First Aid and CPR certification, along with a valid Class C NSW Driver’s licence and access to a vehicle Benefits offered by Fair Foundations include Generous salary packaging of up to $18.5K per annum 17.5% Leave Loading Two Gifted Days per annum, pro rata Employee Assistance Program Discounts and Perks Career Development and Training Discounted Childcare services, 40% discount on out of pocket fees If you are motivated by the opportunity to provide therapeutic leadership that creates safer futures for children and families, we encourage you to apply. Join an organisation committed to social inclusion, exceptional outcomes and strengthening resilience in multicultural communities. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the position and relevant experience. For a confidential discussion, please contact Chloe Barton at chloe@impactadvising.com.au or 0426 161 985. Impact Advising is committed to creating diverse and inclusive work environments that reflect the rich tapestry of our communities. We believe that diversity enriches organisations and fosters innovation. We are dedicated to building workforces that are representative of the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our society. We embrace diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, and cultural background. We actively seek to foster inclusive workplaces where all employees can bring their whole selves to work, feel respected and valued, and have equal opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to providing a fair and unbiased recruitment process, and we strive to eliminate any barriers that may impede the inclusion and participation of underrepresented groups in the workforce.
