Therapeutic Specialist. Permanent Full Time - Geraldton

Life Without Barriers; Geraldton; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social purpose organisation is seeking a Therapeutic Specialist in Geraldton to conduct assessments and develop care plans for Children and Young People. This full-time role requires a degree in psychology or related fields and experience in therapeutic care. The position offers a supportive work environment with no after-hours shifts. A candidate must reside in the Geraldton area.

Benefits

Monthly RDO

NFP tax benefits

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Current registration or eligibility for registration with the relevant professional body.
• Experience working with Children and Young People in OOHC.
• Understanding of complex trauma effects on children.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and develop care plans.
• Facilitate reflective practice sessions for staff.
• Advocate for Children & Young People.

Skills

Psychology expertise

Child development knowledge

Experience in trauma-informed care

Evidence-based assessment skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, or related

Job description

Therapeutic Specialist. Permanent Full Time - Geraldton

Apply now Job no: 505689
Employment type: Full Time
Location: Geraldton, Gascoyne & Midwest
Categories: Child, Youth & Family

• Work for a leading social purpose organisation
• Permanent full time (Monday - Friday), no after hours or weekends
• Benefits include monthly RDO, and NFP tax benefits
• Based in Geraldton

About theOrganisation

Every day, Life Without Barriers provides support and care to children and young people, as we work collaboratively with families, carers, and communities, to ensure they have the environment they deserve to grow. With a focus on ensuring safety and respect, this is an opportunity to make a positive and meaningful difference in these young lives and help pave a brighter future.

Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia. We support children, young people and families, people with disability, older people and people with mental illness. We work with people who are homeless and refugees and asylum seekers.Join a community of people dedicated to breaking down barriers.

We want to employ people who reflect the diversity of our clients to ensure we can support each client's individual needs and wants. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability to apply.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team in the Geraldton as the region's Therapeutic Specialist.

As a Therapeutic Specialist, you will conduct assessments, develop and supervise the implementation of therapeutic care plans & positive behaviours support plans along with providing ongoing practice support and training to team members.

The role is offer with flexible work between our regional office in Kalgoorlie and from home. You must reside in Geraldton or nearby to be considered for this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Champion the CARE Principles and TCI system as the model for delivering Intensive Therapeutic Care in our residential settings.
• Facilitate regular reflective practice and clinical support sessions for direct care staff.
• Develop and assist in the implementation of Behaviour Support Plans & Individual care plans of Children & Young People.
• Undertake various assessments of Children & Young People, as determined by their current and ongoing needs.
• Provide expertise and support to Child & Family Practitioners & Senior Support staff in the formulation and ongoing management of Therapeutic Care Plans, and to ensure purposeful supports are provided in line with CARE principals.
• Coordinate preventative strategies to ensure continuity of care and mitigate placement breakdowns.
• Advocate on behalf of Children & Young People by engaging agencies and organisations to support consistent therapeutic practice.
• Complete client matching, contribute to intake assessment and support the transition of Children & Young People into homes.

Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health Nursing or related.
• Current registration or eligibility for registration with the professional body relevant to qualification.
• Experience working with Children and Young People in OOHC, ideally in an Intensive Therapeutic Care setting.
• Experience using evidence-based assessment tools with young people with trauma informed behaviour.
• Demonstrated understanding and application of child development and complex trauma and its effects on children and young people in out of home care.

Successful candidates will be required to clear probity checks including National Criminal History Record Check, WA WWC & DCP395 Child Protection Check.

How to Apply

Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts. For any enquiries including persons with disability that require adjustments, contact [e-mail]

Applications close at midnight Tuesday 14th of October 2025.

Advertised: 16 Sep 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 14 Oct 2025 23:55 W. Australia Standard Time