Department of Families, Fairness & Housing VIC – Nutfield VIC
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.
This role requires a Working with Children Check.Further advice on obtaining this check can be found here: working-with-children-check
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Therapeutic Worker x8 employer: Department of Families, Fairness & Housing VIC
The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) is an exceptional employer dedicated to creating equal opportunities for all Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable. With a strong commitment to employee development, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive work culture, DFFH fosters an environment where staff can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the community. Located in Melbourne, this role offers unique opportunities to engage with diverse stakeholders and contribute to vital child safeguarding initiatives.
Contact Details:
Department of Families, Fairness & Housing VIC Recruitment Team
