Therapeutic Play Facilitator: Parent-Child Support

Uniting

Oatlands

On-site

AUD 39,000 - 50,000

Part time

10 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing support
Career with purpose
Clinical supervision framework

Job summary

Uniting NSW.ACT is seeking a compassionate Play Facilitator to join the Newpin team in North Parramatta. This permanent part-time role supports parents and children (0-10 years) through trauma-informed, play-based activities in a therapeutic playroom.

You will help strengthen attachment and emotional regulation while modelling positive parent-child interactions. Work 63 hours per fortnight, Monday to Thursday with alternate Fridays, with wellbeing support and supervision within a strong clinical

Qualifications

  • Bachelor qualification in a relevant field with experience working with children (0–10 years).
  • Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and attachment theory.
  • Experience building therapeutic relationships and managing challenging behaviours.
  • Ability to support parents in developing positive parenting skills.
  • Ability to capture meaningful family observations and translate into clear written documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate therapeutic play sessions for parents and children (0–10 years).
  • Support the development of positive parent-child relationships.
  • Provide strategies to guide children's behaviour and help with emotional regulation.
  • Implement trauma-informed practices in a safe and nurturing environment.
  • Collaborate with the team to create stimulating, educational play programs.

Skills

trauma-informed practice
attachment theory
therapeutic relationships
managing challenging behaviours
positive parenting skills
observation & documentation

Education

Bachelor in a relevant field

Job description

Uniting NSW.ACT is seeking a compassionate Play Facilitator to join the Newpin team in North Parramatta. This permanent part-time role supports parents and children (0-10 years) through trauma-informed, play-based activities in a therapeutic playroom.

You will help strengthen attachment and emotional regulation while modelling positive parent-child interactions. Work 63 hours per fortnight, Monday to Thursday with alternate Fridays, with wellbeing support and supervision within a strong clinical

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