Therapeutic Specialist - Children & Youth Services

Description About Carpentaria Carpentaria is a not-for-profit organisation providing Disability and Therapy Services for children, adolescents and adults, through: • Allied Health therapy programs (including Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology) • Independent Living programs • Pathways Program • Employment and Training • Specialist Disability Accommodation We deliver innovative and flexible services to empower people to thrive and live a great life and are committed to a philosophy that respects the rights of individuals to make informed choices about their lives. Purpose The Therapeutic Specialist will be responsible for delivering high-quality evidence based, trauma informed, culturally responsive therapeutic care to children and young people along with leading clinical interventions within a multidisciplinary team ensuring therapeutic principles are consistently applied across residential services. The ideal candidate • Relevant tertiary qualification in a relevant allied health discipline and current membership with AHPRA, or membership of and adherence to the AASW standards for Social Workers or relevant governing body. • Demonstrated experience in therapeutic practice with children and young people, particularly in OOHC, trauma, or child protection settings. • Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, attachment theory, and therapeutic models (including CARE or similar frameworks). • Experience in assessment, therapeutic planning, and behaviour support. Remuneration and benefits A competitive remuneration and benefits package is on offer, including: • Competitive base salary package • Salary packaging available (equivalent of up to $6,400 additional salary) for part-time employees • 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading • Access to employee discounts and wellness benefits • Access to free confidential counselling and support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • On site cafe and free parking • Work satisfaction - love what you do and why you do it! Recruitment process Our recruitment process is based on values, skills and qualifications. Please review the position description here: https://carpentaria.org.au/wp-content/uploads/PD-Therapeutic-Specialist-April-2026-1.pdf For more information on this exciting opportunity please review the role profile here: https://carpentaria.org.au/wp-content/uploads/Role-Profile-Therapeutic-Specialist.pdf For more information on this exciting opportunity please review the position description here https: Contacts and further information For more information and the position description, or to have a confidential discussion, please contact Latia Grbac, Operations Workforce Coordinator 0439 230 870 or latia.grbac@carpentaria.org.au Further information about Carpentaria is available at carpentaria.org.au.