Clinical Specialist

Playgroup Queensland Ltd; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fun and inclusive workplace

EAP support

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Play Matters Australia is seeking a Clinical Specialist to deliver Sing&Grow sessions for children and families, aligning with clinical manuals and funder specifications. You will create an inclusive, engaging environment and support families to meet children's needs.

Applicants should have a postgraduate music therapy qualification with relevant experience, be eligible for Australian Music Therapy Association registration, and hold a Working with Children Check.

Qualifications

• We are seeking a passionate team player to join our Sing&Grow team.
• Postgraduate qualification in music therapy with 2 years relevant experience or equivalent.
• Registration or intent to register with the Australian Music Therapy Association.
• Demonstration of core competencies in music therapy as outlined by the Australian Music Therapy Association.
• Currently hold or are eligible to hold Working with Children Check.

Responsibilities

• Organise, plan, and deliver sessions that align with clinical manuals and funder specifications.
• Create an inclusive, welcoming environment and communicate effectively with parents to meet children's needs.
• Collaborate with partner organisations and maintain networks with local service providers to enhance program effectiveness.
• Set up and pack down resources, provide guidance to Host Organisation workers, and direct families to resources outside program delivery.
• Maintain and contribute to contemporary professional knowledge.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Education

Postgraduate qualification in music therapy

Australian Music Therapy Association registration

Working with Children Check

Job description

At Play Matters Australia, we enrich lives through connection and play. We value collaboration, inclusivity, creativity, fun, accountability, and contemporary practice. Recognising parents and caregivers as a child’s first teacher is central to our programs.

Join us in creating playful, nurturing environments where all children thrive.

Commitment to Child Safety:

Play Matters is committed to the safety of children and young people across the organisation. Our recruitment practices include Working with Children Checks and reference checks to support the selection of suitable people.

Your New Role:

• Organise, plan, and deliver sessions that align with clinical manuals and funder specifications, ensuring relevance to group needs and participant engagement.
• Create an inclusive, welcoming environment and communicate effectively with parents to meet children's needs within the program's scope.
• Collaborate with partner organisations and maintain networks with local service providers to enhance program effectiveness and support organizational growth.
• Set up and pack down resources, provide guidance to Host Organisation workers, and maintain professional boundaries by directing families to appropriate resources outside program delivery.
• Maintain and contribute to contemporary professional knowledge and respond to local inquiries to ensure the ongoing success of the sessions.

Culture and Benefits:

• Fun and inclusive company.
• EAP support including an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support line.
• Flexible working arrangements.

Your Skills Profile (Mandatory)

• We are currently seeking a passionate team player to join our Sing&Grow team at Play Matters.
• If you hold a post graduate qualification in music therapy with 2 years relevant experience or tertiary qualification/s at degree level with substantial experience this is the role for you.
• Registration or intent to register with the Australian Music Therapy Association.
• Demonstration of core competencies in music therapy as outlined by the Australian Music Therapy Association.
• Currently hold or are eligible to hold Working with Children Check.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Statement

At Play Matters Australia, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As part of our core values, we embrace inclusivity and actively uphold our Reconciliation Action Plan through a dedicated working group. We strive to ensure that every team member feels valued, respected, and supported. We have also introduced cultural leave to honour and recognise the diverse cultural backgrounds of our employees. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and communities to join us in making a positive impact on the lives of children and families.

If you would like to request any adjustments so you can participate in this recruitment process, please let us know so that we can accommodate you.

For any questions, please reach out to Rowan Harding:[e-mail] using the subject line: Clinical Specialist enquiry via EthicalJobs.