Strengthening Connections Clinician

• Part-time at 0.3FTE or 1.5 days per week
• Fixed Term 12 months
• Located in Brunswick
• Attractive remuneration,  17% super,  and leave loading
• Hybrid & Flexible working arrangements offered

About the position

La Trobe University’s success is driven by people who are committed to making a difference. They are creative and highly motivated, pursue new ideas and create knowledge. La Trobe is one of Australia’s research leaders, and the largest provider of higher education to regional Victoria.  Our teaching and research address some of the most significant issues of our time and we’re passionate about driving change through operational excellence to benefit the communities we serve.

Established in 1956, The Bouverie Centre is a systemic practice-research organisation that draws on its history of bringing Family Therapy to Australia to promote its vision of healthy relationships in families, organisations and communities. The Centre is a value–based learning organization that integrates clinical, workforce development, academic and research. The Centre receives recurrent funding from The Department of Health and Human Services and generates fee-for-service income. 

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

• For work specific to the Women in Prison Project;
• A clinical post-graduate qualification including Masters in Clinical Family Therapy, Masters of Social Work, Clinical Psychology or Occupational Therapy or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, or equivalent training qualification and acknowledged experience.
• The incumbent must hold at least provisional registration with their peak body, and be eligible for general registration (Australian Association of Family Therapy, Australian Psychological Society, Australian Association of Social Work etc).
• Extensive experience and expertise or an equivalent alternate combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience will be considered.
• Sound knowledge and significant experience in the provision of clinical services in the specialist field of family therapy adult mental health services;
• Experience in working with families from different cultural backgrounds;
• Skills in working with trauma, abuse and child protection related issues from a systemic perspective; and/or dual diagnosis from a family sensitive perspective;
• A demonstrated ability to write reports and assist in the implementation of research and evaluation;
• Well developed interpersonal and communication skills with a capacity to work independently and as part of a team as circumstances require;
• A demonstrated ability to work flexibly and collaboratively, both within a team context at The Bouverie Centre and externally with other agencies;

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

About La Trobe

La Trobe University’s success is driven by people who are committed to making a difference. They are creative and highly motivated, pursue new ideas and create knowledge. La Trobe is one of Australia’s research leaders, and the largest provider of higher education to regional Victoria.  Our teaching and research address some of the most significant issues of our time and we’re passionate about driving change through operational excellence to benefit the communities we serve.

Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below: 

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Benefits

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• Onsite childcare facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm Monday 11th July 2022.

Position Enquiries:  Anna Booth, [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries:  [email protected]

Position Description below: 

 PD HEO7 Strengthening Connections Clinician.docx

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

The University’s Health and Safety Procedure – COVID-19 Vaccination and Other Measures, requires staff engaged to perform work onsite at La Trobe University to be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they are exempt from being vaccinated due to a recognised medical contraindication.  This position will require the incumbent to work onsite.  As such, an offer of employment will be conditional upon the applicant being Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 or medically exempt from receiving a COVID-19 vaccination, and providing satisfactory evidence of their vaccination or exemption status to the University.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter, including a paragraph outlining your suitability for the position based on the information outlined in the PD; and
• An up to date resume.

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Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in future

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005.  If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.