Child Therapist / Counsellor
STOP’s Children’s Service is expanding and are seeking to employ a highly motivated professional, 32 – 40 hours per week, based in Christchurch
Summary about this job
Psychology, Counselling & Social Work
Company: STOP Services
Location: Canterbury
Work type: Full Time
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Phone: +64-7-873-5180
Fax: +64-4-902-1865
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Detail information about job Child Therapist / Counsellor. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Free health insurance & 5 weeks annual leave (NZ residents)
- High quality supervision and training opportunities provided
- Modern, purpose-built premise
STOP Children’s Service – Christchurch
STOP is a specialist provider of high quality community-based intervention for children who have engaged in concerning sexualised behaviour. Our services make a difference in the lives of children and families.
STOP has achieved a reputation for staff well-being and offers free health insurance for NZ residents, plus five weeks annual leave per year. STOP provides professional development through high quality supervision, training opportunities and offers a positive and professionally stimulating work environment.
STOP’s Children’s Service is expanding and are seeking to employ a highly motivated professional, 32 – 40 hours per week, based in Christchurch. The role involves delivery of therapy with the child in the context of their family, supporting schools in managing sexualised behaviour and working with other community agencies involved with the child.
The successful applicant will have the following attributes, skills and experience:
- Be a passionate advocate for the safety and well being of children
- Have proven therapeutic experience and skills in clinical work with children and families.
- Experience in working alongside and supporting families in stressful situations
- Ability to work closely with the child’s school and social systems
- A recognised qualification in child psychotherapy, psychology, counselling, family therapy or equivalent. Social workers with clinical experience are welcome to apply
- Have an understanding of trauma and attachment focused models of practice
- A commitment to being part of a supportive and dynamic interdisciplinary team
Applications for this position should include a cover letter, CV and any additional attachments and be sent to: [email protected]
Applications will be processed as they are received.