THE ROLE Hurstbridge Farm Therapeutic Care service (the Farm) provides therapeutic residential care for young people and is situated in a semi-rural environment in Nutfield. The Farm is the only out of home care service managed by the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (the department) and provides 24-hour care and support to young people who are child protection clients, subject to Children's Court Orders and cannot reside with family. Reporting to the Supervisors the Therapeutic Care Workers are part of a dynamic work environment and team caring for young people with complex needs. As such, the program provides an intensive experience for young people who are experiencing the aftermath of abuse and neglect. The practice model uses the frameworks and techniques of trauma and attachment theories. The key role of therapeutic care staff is to provide daily care and implement the therapeutic treatment strategies via everyday interactions.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Operate and maintain the care household through a range of essential daily routines, always maintaining the therapeutic intentionality and integrity of the practice model. This will include: preparation of nutritionally balanced meals, all usual domestic duties and all activities developed for each client as part of their Individual Treatment Plan. The model requires that the clients are actively encouraged to be engaged in these processes with care staff. Engage with clients in a professional manner to assist them towards the development of pro-social, positive emotional development.
- Effectively communicate, manage challenging and confronting behaviours and utilise normal daily activities to assist each client in a way that promotes healing, emotional growth and the development of positive attitudes and life skills.
- Operate as an effective member of team – including willingness to share information, working cooperatively and openly with colleagues, being receptive to the ideas of others and being emotionally robust and respectfully honest.
Please open the position description to read more. This role requires a Working with Children Check. Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: working-with-children-check For more information on what this means, and all other requirements, please see the Position Description.
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Therapeutic Worker X8 in Melbourne employer: Department of Families, Fairness and Housing
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its employees. With a strong commitment to employee growth, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on community impact, DFFH empowers its workforce to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable Victorians. Working across diverse settings in metropolitan, rural, and regional Victoria, employees are encouraged to collaborate and innovate, ensuring that every team member feels valued and respected.
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