Since 1977, Brisbane Youth Service (BYS) has worked to create a new future for vulnerable young people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, aged 12-25 years and their children.
We support young people to secure and maintain housing, address physical and mental health challenges, establish successful relationships and support networks, and access pathways to education and employment.
Find out more at Brisbane Youth Service.
Are you seeking a role with a values-driven for purpose organization where you can support young people in our community?
Are you an experienced DFV practitioner, counsellor or therapist looking to utilize your expertise in a new role?
Use your skills to positively contribute to the lives of vulnerable young people in your community.
This full-time Safe Relationships Senior Practitioner position supports our mission by facilitating the delivery of the K.I.N.D program that addresses young people's use of violence.
You'll be a great candidate for this role if you have:
A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or Social Sciences or comparable qualification OR substantial demonstrated experience in a related field
Demonstrated experience working holistically with vulnerable young people with complex needs and ability to develop strong rapport with young people
Strong practice foundations for working therapeutically with young people (e.g.
counselling skills, theories, and frameworks) and experience in program development and evaluation
Sound knowledge and understanding of the intersectionality of attachment, trauma, development, substance misuse, mental health, homelessness, cultural differences, societal and community view of gender norms
Demonstrated knowledge, gendered understanding and strong analysis of domestic and family violence including risk assessment and safety planning
Knowledge of the KIND intervention or the capacity to quickly become familiar with the modularized program
The ability to work collaboratively with both internal and external consultants/contractors and referers, and other BYS workers to provide holistic support to young people experiencing and/or using violence
Given the work that we do there will be a few non-negotiables.
You'll need to be able to have, or obtain prior to commencement:
Working with Children Suitability Card (Blue Card).
National Police Check clearance.
Evidence of vaccination, immunity, or medical exemption for the following preventable diseases - Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella (Chicken Pox); Pertussis (Whooping Cough); Hepatitis B and COVID-19.
Our staff enjoy benefits including salary packaging, flexible working arrangements, and additional annual leave per year (depending on your role).
We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity.
So, even if you don't think you quite meet all of the skills listed or tick all the boxes, we'd still love to hear from you!
If this sounds interesting, submit your cover letter telling us why you are the right person for this role, along with your resume.
If you would like to discuss this position further, please contact BYS directly on 3620 2400 or via ******.
Applications for this position close 8:30am Tuesday 17 of December 2024 We may start interviewing for this role prior to the closing date, so don't delay your application.