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Job as a Family Counsellor with Families Plus, Cairns

June 2, 2010 By Megan Leave a Comment

POSITION DESCRIPTION for Family Counsellor with Families Plus-Family Intervention Service, Cairns

AWARD: LCCQ Union Collective Agreement 2008 Professional & Administrative Workers Schedule Level 5

SERVICE STREAM: Children & Families – Child Protection Family Intervention Services

PURPOSE OF POSITION: This position provides a holistic response to the needs of each individual in the family and to the family unit as a whole, to families whose children are at imminent risk of out of home placement or requiring reunification following a period of out of home care to address issues relating to, but not limited to, child protection concerns. By providing practical and emotional support and counselling families are offered opportunities to make informed decisions about, and change for, their future.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Work with families accessing the service, to identify needs and strengths and develop goals, which will address emotional, and practical concerns related to, but not limited to, child protection concerns, and provide negotiated combinations of therapeutic interventions, educative and practical services to families and link families with services and resources in their communities.
  2. Contribute to team-based decision making by liaising with the supervisor and other team members, contributing to the development of program procedures and work practices; and contributing to case planning meetings.
  3. Maintain appropriate records of work with families, writing relevant reports and correspondence.
  4. Positively represent the activities of the Families Plus Division and assist in the development and maintenance of sound working relationships with relevant statutory, government and community agencies to facilitate positive outcomes for clients.
  5. Work within the policies and procedures of Lifeline Community Care Queensland and the Families Plus Division; ensure that the provisions of the Workplace Health and Safety Act are adhered to and undertake other duties as directed by the General Manager.

ACCOUNTABILITY: This position is accountable to the Team Leader of the Family Intervention Service.

SELECTION CRITERIA: Please contact Families Plus. (07)40583500

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS / INFORMATION:

  1. Current Qld Drivers Licence – Presentation of a current Drivers Licence must be made before your appointment to the position can be confirmed
  2. Suitability Card for Child Related Employment (Blue Card) – All adults who work with people under 18 years in QLD are required to undergo a “Working with Children Check” under the screening provisions of the Commission for Children and Young People Act (2000) – Presentation of a current Suitability Card must be made before your appointment to the position can be confirmed.
  3. A criminal history check may be conducted on the recommended person for this position

RESPECT | JUSTICE | COMPASSION | WORKING TOGETHER | LEADING THROUGH LEARNING |

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Competitive advantage for teens in getting a job with animals

May 14, 2010 By Megan 2 Comments

In a constipated employment market, job seekers need a competitive advantage to get a job. A competitive advantage is a quality or skill that will win you a job over the 100 other people also attempting to get that same job. My competitive advantage is my education, my experience and my profile. Add to that my tenacity, my self esteem and my work ethic and I am exactly the sort of person I would employ. How about you though? What makes you job ready?

We are assisting our 16 year old daughter to get a job. She has dropped out of her final year of high school, refuses to go back and would rather earn some money than pursue other education at present.  She wants to do Aquaculture but the course does not begin until next January. Off to work then, but…..she has little experience and is very  naive.

In a tourist mecca where the bottom has fallen out of tourism due to the Global Financial Crisis, jobs are scarce. Jobs for unexperienced 16 year olds are even scarcer. Sixteen year old girls need a competitive advantage to get jobs.

Daughter wants to work with animals. Damn but I had NO IDEA that the animal industry was so competitive. Many people have told us stories of how they did two years of volunteer work at RSPCA or YAPS prior to getting a job in a pet store as an assistant! The local tropical  Zoos even suggested that degreed zoologists needed to volunteer prior to securing employment at the Zoos (above pic is me at the Tropical Zoo asking the wise old man to give my daughter a job).

Not prone to give up, we did the rounds of the pet stores and handed in resumes, jut in case a job came up while 16 year old was doing some volunteer work at RSPCA. On leaving a pet store I noticed a window sign: Casual Junior required. Experience necessary.

With a little coaching and a pep talk, daughter went straight back in and made the Pet Store Manager an offer: daughter used the only competitive advantage available to her at 16 years of age.

“I am prepared to do volunteer work at the RSPCA so I am therefore prepared to work for free for you for two weeks in return for the experience required to do the casual junior position. At the end of the two weeks you can decide to employ me or not. For now though, I can clean cages, I am great with people and I have a keen and growing interest in fish and Australian marine life.”

She starts her pet store work experience on Monday.

Identify your competitive advantage by turning your thinking on its head. If you think the same way you will get the same results. Think differently and you open a range of options and personal advantages. Instead of thinking, “I won’t get the job,” think, “I have qualities that nobody else has and I will utilise them to get myself a job.” Instead of thinking, “What can I get out of the job,” think, “What can I do in this job that value adds to more than myself.”

Happy think differently job hunting. Your mind is your biggest selling point. Think differently and you will be different. Dare to be different and get the job you really want.

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ACT for Kids, Cairns, Senior Practitioner

April 3, 2010 By Megan Leave a Comment

We require a full time Senior Practitioner to provide professional supervision for therapy and case management practice to team members of both the Referral for Active Intervention (RAI) and Youth Opportunity Programs (YOP).

Your thorough understanding of the current trends, practices, policies and legislation in relation to child safety and youth justice systems will see you succeed in this role.

The ideal applicant for this role also has:

� a thorough understanding of contemporary theoretical frameworks and current evidence based research relevant to the child safety and youth justice fields
� substantial experience providing professional supervision to team members with a range of professional backgrounds and experience
� cultural awareness and an understanding of how to work with families from different backgrounds, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people

Applicants must have the following qualifications:

� a tertiary qualification (degree or equivalent) in a relevant discipline and current registration with the relevant Registration Board of Queensland, where applicable
� at least 5 years working in the field
� higher level qualifications in a relevant area are desirable
� eligibility for a Suitability Card for Child Related Employment (Blue Card) unless exempted by professional registration

We will offer the right candidate an excellent salary package, commensurate with experience. Salary packaging benefits are available.

For more information, please download the position description. To apply, follow the prompt or send your CV and a one-page cover letter, which outlines your suitability for the position, to employment@actforkids.com.au
Applications close 16 April.

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

PDF Job Description

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Youth Worker positions, Cairns

March 2, 2010 By Megan 2 Comments

Youth Workers (male and female) required for a Cairns agency

 

Application close: 08-Mar-2010
Commences: ASAP
Hours: Contract Work – shifts vary
Remuneration/ pay rate: $30.00 p/h
Location: Cairns

Details: Youth Workers (male and female) required for young people with complex and challenging behaviours. Minimum two years experience in any area of human services/study is required. Applicants must also be honest and reliable and be prepared to undergo a comprehensive training program. A current Blue Card from the Children’s Commission, current driver’s license and vehicle, good communication skills and computer and email ability are also required. People with Diploma or University Degree (or study toward) in a relevant field are encouraged to apply.

Application procedures: Applicants should send a letter of application with attached resume to: The Recruitment Manager, applications@allrecruit.com.au. Interviews will happen quickly.

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Job for a Psychologist: counselling and clinical work in a busy, Cairns practice

January 30, 2010 By Megan Leave a Comment

Psychologist: counselling and clinical work in a busy, city (Cairns) practice

Do you have a psychology degree  and eligibility for / have QLD registration and a medicare provider number?

A busy and well established Cairns practice requires your services, asap.

In your new role, you will be undertake:

  • Psychometric Assessment
  • Personality Assessment
  • Complete Assessment reports
  • Conduct client interviews where necessary
  • Conduct client education and training where necessary
  • Client counselling and therapy
  • Complete sufficient case notes and client records in a manner appropriate to comply with APS Code of Ethics, legislation and office policies.
  • Prepare ancillary correspondence and reports with clients’ sponsors, solicitors and medical practitioners.
  • Promote and advertise services of the practice.
  • Make appointments for clients.
  • Receipt fees and write receipts. Hours are part-time and flexible to the successful applicant with no travel to remote communities involved.

To apply, please forward cover letter and your CV to Megan Bayliss for vetting and presentation to prospective employer.

I know the principal psychologist of the practice and this is a highly desirable place to work in a supportive and professional environment. Serious psychologists will apply. If you are considering a sea change to Cairns then this position may be exactly what you need.

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