Possability delivers high-quality, diverse care services to champion vulnerable Australians and achieve national impact. They provide foster care, family group homes, and residential services, ensuring children and young people in their care are safe, supported, and empowered.
The opportunity involves leading the Care Team in delivering therapeutic supports for children and young people, reporting to the Operations Manager. Key responsibilities include:
- Provide therapeutic support to children and young people with complex needs
- Lead Care Teams to ensure safe, supportive, and trauma-informed care environments
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop tailored intervention strategies, including positive behaviour support and care/case planning
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating referrals, managing transitions, and ensuring placement stability
About the ideal candidate:
- Tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, occupational therapy, or a related field
- 5+ years of experience delivering therapeutic support to children and young people
- Commitment to trauma-informed, person-centred practice
- Resilient, confident, and pragmatic when managing complex situations
Aboriginal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
What's on offer:
- Attractive salary with access to not-for-profit benefits
- Career development and ongoing professional learning opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements to support work–life balance
- Leadership role supporting children with complex needs
The Orchard Talent Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work. We pay our respect to their Elders past, present and emerging, for they hold the memories, traditions, culture and hopes of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Therapeutic Specialist in Newcastle employer: Orchard Talent Group
CELA is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a collaborative and values-driven culture that empowers its team to make a meaningful impact in the early childhood education sector. With a strong focus on professional development and leadership opportunities, employees can thrive in a supportive environment while contributing to the growth and quality of services across Australia. Located in the vibrant Sydney CBD, CELA offers a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance and community engagement.
