NBMLHD - Family Therapist - Youth Drug & Alcohol Service - Perm PT

Selection Criteria to be addressed:

1. A recognised qualifications in social work, psychology, counselling or equivalent as deemed by the health service and eligibility for membership with relevant professional.
2. Demonstrated clinical experience working with adolescents/young people and their families utilising evidence based individual and family focused interventions.
3. Demonstrated understanding of theoretical frameworks underlying youth and family interventions.
4. Demonstrated partnership building and negotiation skills with a wide range of service providers and well developed understanding of the interface between services.
5. Evidence of an advanced level of verbal/written communication skills, analytical and interpersonal skills, and experience with electronic Medical Records, and the ability to apply these skills within a Youth Drug and Alcohol Service setting.
6. Demonstrated advanced reasoning skills with proven ability to work autonomously and as part of a medically led multidisciplinary team.
7. Experience in, or commitment to, working with individuals and families from Aboriginal backgrounds and/or diverse cultural backgrounds.
8. Current Driver's Licence and willingness to use for work purpose travel.