Child & Family Practitioner

Location: Frankston

• Early intervention
• Build on your existing experience in the mental health field
• Frankston based (full time or part time)

Outstanding opportunity for an experienced Clinician to join our Family Mental Health Support Service.

Better Place Australia (formerly Better Place Australia) has a vision of “An Australia where all people experience positive relationships, truly value each other and live safer, more confident lives”. As a community focused not-for-profit organisation with an ever-growing range of psychological and community support services, Better Place Australia is taking a leadership role in the provision of high-quality, effective services for a wide range of community groups across 25 locations in Victoria.  This is an opportunity to join our expanding team of highly experienced and passionate people who want to make Australia a better place.

The position of Child and Family Practitioner forms part of Better Place Australia’s Family Mental Health Support Service (FMHSS) with the appointee providing early intervention support to vulnerable families with children and young people who are showing early signs of or are at risk of developing mental illness.  Key work tasks associated with this role include the provision of:

• Intensive, long term early intervention support (informed by a child centric, family systems approach);
• Short term information, referral and assistance for families and carers, and;
• Community outreach, mental health promotion/education and community development activities.

To be considered for appointment to this role, prospective candidates must possess an appropriate tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioural Sciences or other related field together with relevant professional work experience in the mental health field.  The appointee will possess demonstrated experience in providing assessment, case management and support to children, young people and their families in the context of mental illness and a proven ability to demonstrate resilience in the face of complex client risks and systemic challenges.  Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills are essential as are sound engagement and rapport building skills.  Strong needs and risk assessment skills are also essential together with the ability to work both individually and as part of an integrated team.

This position is based in our Frankston office and is available on a full-time basis.  Candidates seeking part time employment (0.6 – 0.8 FTE) who meet the above-mentioned criteria are also encouraged to apply.

Better Place Australia offers a workplace culture reflective of a vibrant, learning organisation where our people are highly engaged in their work and committed to making a difference.  As an equal opportunity employer, we aim to create an inclusive environment where differences including gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and family and caring responsibilities are valued.  We invite you to be part of a not for profit organisation that fosters a diverse workplace.

Further information

Enquiries may be directed to Tom Lothian – Regional Services Manager on 9355 4700.

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all prospective candidates, please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Our organisation is committed to child safety and satisfactory completion of a Working with Children Check and National Police Check are mandatory for the preferred candidate.

We welcome your interest and look forward to your application.

Executive Manager Corporate Services & Company Secretary

Location: Cheltenham

• Rare flexibility on offer in a senior role
• Senior leadership opportunity: Finance, administration, governance, risk and compliance
• Dynamic not for profit organisation on a growth trajectory

Outstanding leadership opportunity for a Senior Finance professional to join our Executive team

Better Place Australia (formerly Better Place Australia) has a vision of “An Australia where all people experience positive relationships, truly value each other and live safer, more confident lives”. As a community focused not-for-profit organisation with an ever-growing range of psychological and community support services, Better Place Australia is taking a leadership role in the provision of high-quality, effective services for a wide range of community groups across 25 locations in Victoria.

2019 and beyond will see Better Place Australia continue to expand our footprint and the breadth of our service delivery.  Central to our success in doing so is the effective leadership of our Corporate Services division.  Reporting directly to the CEO, this key Executive role is responsible for the strategic direction and operational excellence of Better Place Australia’s finance, administration, governance and risk and compliance functions. The role is available on a part-time basis (0.7 FTE) and hours can be tailored to suit the individual. Based at our corporate head-office in Cheltenham, the appointee can also work from our Narre Warren or Chadstone sites upon agreement with the CEO.

Applications are now invited from suitably qualified candidates with specific areas of responsibility including:

• Complete oversight of Better Place Australia’s financial and governance services to ensure they support efficient and effective operations and the organisation’s strategic objectives
• Strategic and operational management accounting to ensure that Better Place Australia complies with relevant statutory frameworks
• Oversight of Better Place Australia’s risk management framework and annual process to ensure effective risk controls are in place across the organisation
• Oversight of the provision of an efficient and customer focused administrative service across Better Place Australia locations. This includes leadership and coaching with an emphasis on innovation, professionalism, productivity and sound fiscal management.

To be considered for appointment to this role prospective candidates will be tertiary qualified in Accounting and possess full membership of a recognised accounting body (CPA/CA).  Extensive senior managerial experience in a Finance leadership role is required ideally gained from within the health and community services/not for profit sector.   Substantial and broad experience in flexing between both strategic and operational deliverables is essential as is demonstrable evidence of effectively leading a range of corporate service functions.

Better Place Australia is a not for profit organisation and we provide services for all members of the community regardless of religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, lifestyle choice, cultural background or economic circumstances.  We offer a workplace culture reflective of a vibrant, learning organisation where our people are highly engaged in their work and committed to making a difference.

More Information

Our organisation is committed to child safety and satisfactory completion of a Working with Children Check and National Police Check are mandatory for the preferred candidate.  Whilst we appreciate the interest of all prospective candidates, please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Enquiries from prospective candidates may be directed to Kim Mackellin in the first instance on 9556 5323.

To apply, please click on the link below to submit your application – which should include a cover letter and CV.  We appreciate your interest and look forward to hearing from you.

Psychologist or Accredited Mental Health Social Worker

Location: Wyndham Vale

• Dynamic not for profit organisation
• Full time (or part time 0.8 FTE/4 days per week)
• Wyndham Vale region with outreach to Melton

Follow your passion and make a real difference to the lives of individuals, children and families

Better Place Australia (formerly Better Place Australia) has a vision of “An Australia where all people experience positive relationships, truly value each other and live safer, more confident lives”. As a community focused not-for-profit organisation with an ever-growing range of psychological and community support services, Better Place Australia is taking a leadership role in the provision of high-quality, effective services for a wide range of community groups across 25 locations in Victoria.

This is an opportunity to join our expanding team of highly experienced and passionate people who want to make Australia a better place.

The Role

The role involves the provision of counselling under the Family and Relationship Services Program and psychological services under Better Access to Mental Health for eligible clients.  The primary target group for the service are individual adults, couples and families experiencing distress or dysfunction. The appointee will possess comprehensive experience and interest in the assessment and treatment of a variety of psychological conditions across a broad client group.  Key work tasks associated with this role include:

• Provision of assessment & treatment by way of individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy and/or group therapy;
• Referral of clients to alternative support services where appropriate.

Professional Qualifications

• Registered as a Psychologist, with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA); or
• Qualified and Registered as a credentialed Mental Health Social Worker and eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW).

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years post-registration and experience in mental health
• Clinical experience working in a community-based setting funded by Better Access to Mental Health (Medicare) is essential
• Previous experience working with families and/or children is highly desirable

Employee benefits

Better Place Australia is serious about being an employer of choice and to back that claim we offer:

• Generous above award salary rates
• Salary packaging (which increases your take home pay)
• Additional paid annual leave (between Christmas and New Year)
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• An 11% super contribution
• Twelve weeks paid parental leave
• Up to 20 days family violence leave
• Paid study leave and extensive professional development opportunities

This position is available on a full time or part time (0.8FTE) basis based in the Wyndham Vale and Melton regions with outreach as required.  Evening work until 8pm will be required one day per week.

Better Place Australia offers a workplace culture reflective of a vibrant, learning organisation where our people are highly engaged in their work and committed to making a difference.  As an equal opportunity employer, we aim to create an inclusive environment where differences including gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and family and caring responsibilities are valued.  We invite you to be part of a not for profit organisation that fosters a diverse workplace.

More Information

Enquiries may be directed to Tom Lothian – Regional Services Manager on 9355 4700.

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all prospective candidates, please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Our organisation is committed to child safety and satisfactory completion of a Working with Children Check and National Police Check are mandatory for the preferred candidate.

We welcome your interest and look forward to your application.

Financial Counsellor

Location: National Debt Helpline Cheltenham

Better Place Australia (formerly Better Place Australia) has a vision of “An Australia where all people experience positive relationships, truly value each other and live safer, more confident lives”. As a community focused not-for-profit organisation with an ever-growing range of psychological and community support services, Better Place Australia is taking a leadership role in the provision of high-quality, effective services for a wide range of community groups across 25 locations in Victoria.

This is an opportunity to join our expanding team of highly experienced and passionate people who want to make Australia a better place.

The role

Financial Counsellors in our National Debt Helpline team support clients to resolve or alleviate financial stress and to improve their ongoing financial capability and inclusion.  Key work tasks include:

• Assessing a client’s financial situation to understand the extent of a person’s financial difficulties and to identify options to address these;
• Conduct interviews with clients over the phone and provide triage services as required;
• Book face to face appointments for clients and refer to other services including other Financial Counselling services where applicable;
• Advising clients on how to access a range of entitlements and resources to improve their ability to manage their financial affairs.

Required qualifications and experience

Prospective candidates must possess a Diploma of Community Services (Financial Counselling), have experience in assisting clients in financial crisis and hardship and be eligible for membership of the Financial and Consumer Rights Council.  Other essential criteria include the ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to issues as they arise, excellent communication skills, well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to rapidly build rapport with clients.  Previous experience as a Practitioner in a telephone-based role would be a distinct advantage.

Employee benefits

Better Place Australia is serious about being an employer of choice and to back that claim we offer:

• Generous above award salary rates
• Salary packaging (which increases your take home pay)
• Additional paid annual leave (between Christmas and New Year)
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• An 11% superannuation contribution
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Up to 20 days family violence leave
• Paid study leave and extensive professional development opportunities

Better Place Australia offers a workplace culture reflective of a vibrant, learning organisation where our people are highly engaged in their work and committed to making a difference.  As an equal opportunity employer, we aim to create an inclusive environment where differences including gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and family and caring responsibilities are valued.  We invite you to be part of a not for profit organisation that fosters a diverse workplace.

Further information

Full time and part time roles are available.  Enquiries may directed to Ms Nicola Byrne – Regional Services Manager on 9556 5333.

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all prospective candidates, please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Our organisation is committed to child safety and satisfactory completion of a Working with Children Check and National Police Check are mandatory for the preferred candidate

Financial Counsellor

Location: Frankston

• Frankston location
• Full time or part time (0.8 FTE/4 days per week)
• Established Financial Counselling team

Outstanding opportunity for an experienced Financial Counsellor to work as part of an integrated service model.

Better Place Australia (formerly Better Place Australia) has a vision of “An Australia where all people experience positive relationships, truly value each other and live safer, more confident lives”. As a community focused not-for-profit organisation with an ever-growing range of psychological and community support services, Better Place Australia is taking a leadership role in the provision of high-quality, effective services for a wide range of community groups across 25 locations in Victoria.

This is an opportunity to join our expanding team of highly experienced and passionate people who want to make Australia a better place.

The role

Our Financial Counsellors support clients to resolve or alleviate financial stress and to improve their ongoing financial capability and inclusion.  Key work tasks include:

• Assisting clients to understand their consumer rights and advocate to creditors and service providers;
• Provide information about debt options for clients in financial hardship;
• Helping clients to access a range of entitlements and resources to improve their ability to manage their financial affairs in the future.

Required qualifications and experience

Prospective candidates must possess a Diploma of Community Services (Financial Counselling), have experience in assisting clients in financial crisis and hardship and be eligible for membership of the Financial and Consumer Rights Council.  Other essential criteria include the ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to issues as they arise, excellent communication skills, well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to rapidly build rapport with clients.

Employee benefits

Better Place Australia is serious about being an employer of choice and to back that claim we offer:

• Generous above award salary rates
• Salary packaging (which increases your take home pay)
• Additional paid annual leave (between Christmas and New Year)
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• An 11% superannuation contribution
• 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Up to 20 days family violence leave
• Paid study leave and extensive professional development opportunities

Better Place Australia offers a workplace culture reflective of a vibrant, learning organisation where our people are highly engaged in their work and committed to making a difference.  As an equal opportunity employer, we aim to create an inclusive environment where differences including gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and family and caring responsibilities are valued.  We invite you to be part of a not for profit organisation that fosters a diverse workplace.

Further information

This position is available on a full time or part time basis (0.8 FTE/4 days per week).   Enquiries may directed to Ms Nicola Byrne – Regional Services Manager on 9556 5333.   

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all prospective candidates, please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Our organisation is committed to child safety and satisfactory completion of a Working with Children Check and National Police Check are mandatory for the preferred candidate

Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

Location: Narre Warren

• Based at Narre Warren
• Outreach to Traralgon and Gippsland region
• Full time or part time

Outstanding opportunity for an experienced Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner based in Narre Warren with outreach to Gippsland.

Better Place Australia (formerly Better Place Australia) has a vision of “An Australia where all people experience positive relationships, truly value each other and live safer, more confident lives”. As a community focused not-for-profit organisation with an ever-growing range of psychological and community support services, Better Place Australia is taking a leadership role in the provision of high-quality, effective services for a wide range of community groups across 25 locations in Victoria.

This is an opportunity to join our expanding team of highly experienced and passionate people who want to make Australia a better place.

The role

Applications are now invited for the position of Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner.  The appointee will be responsible for providing family dispute resolution services (mediation) with specific work tasks to include:

• Identifying problem-solving options and strategies and providing assistance in clarifying clients’ problems and disputes
• Assisting parents negotiate sustainable and workable parenting plans
• Assisting parents negotiate financial settlements when these present alongside parenting issues
• Providing assessment in relation to the provision of Certificates as required by Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Regulations
• Facilitation of group programs where required.

Required qualifications and experience

Prospective candidates must be able to demonstrate registration as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner together with a proven ability to work within Family Law Act.  Knowledge of the effects of separation and divorce on families is essential as is an understanding of the concepts and philosophy of family dispute resolution including mediation.  Other essential criteria include the ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to issues as they arise, excellent communication skills, well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to rapidly build rapport with clients.

Employee benefits

Better Place Australia is serious about being an employer of choice and to back that claim we offer:

• Generous above award salary rates
• Salary packaging (which increases your take home pay)
• Additional paid annual leave (between Christmas and New Year)
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• An 11% superannuation contribution
• Twelve weeks paid parental leave
• Up to 20 days family violence leave
• Paid study leave and extensive professional development opportunities

Better Place Australia offers a workplace culture reflective of a vibrant, learning organisation where our people are highly engaged in their work and committed to making a difference.  As an equal opportunity employer, we aim to create an inclusive environment where differences including gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and family and caring responsibilities are valued.  We invite you to be part of a not for profit organisation that fosters a diverse workplace.

Further information

Enquiries may directed to Ms Kristen Poel – Regional Services Manager on 9556 5333.

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all prospective candidates, please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Our organisation is committed to child safety and satisfactory completion of a Working with Children Check and National Police Check are mandatory for the preferred candidate.

Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

Location: Cheltenham

Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

• Convenient Cheltenham location
• Based at our brand new Head Office
• Part time (0.6 FTE/3 days per week)

Outstanding opportunity for an experienced Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner based in Cheltenham

Better Place Australia (formerly Better Place Australia) has a vision of “An Australia where all people experience positive relationships, truly value each other and live safer, more confident lives”. As a community focused not-for-profit organisation with an ever-growing range of psychological and community support services, Better Place Australia is taking a leadership role in the provision of high-quality, effective services for a wide range of community groups across 25 locations in Victoria.

This is an opportunity to join our expanding team of highly experienced and passionate people who want to make Australia a better place.

The role

Applications are now invited for the position of Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner.  The appointee will be responsible for providing family dispute resolution services (mediation) with specific work tasks to include:

• Identifying problem-solving options and strategies and providing assistance in clarifying clients’ problems and disputes
• Assisting parents negotiate sustainable and workable parenting plans
• Assisting parents negotiate financial settlements when these present alongside parenting issues
• Providing assessment in relation to the provision of Certificates as required by Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner Regulations
• Facilitation of group programs where required.

Required qualifications and experience

Prospective candidates must be able to demonstrate registration as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner together with a proven ability to work within Family Law Act.  Knowledge of the effects of separation and divorce on families is essential as is an understanding of the concepts and philosophy of family dispute resolution including mediation.  Other essential criteria include the ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to issues as they arise, excellent communication skills, well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to rapidly build rapport with clients.

Employee benefits

Better Place Australia is serious about being an employer of choice and to back that claim we offer:

• Generous above award salary rates
• Salary packaging (which increases your take home pay)
• Additional paid annual leave (between Christmas and New Year)
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• An 11% super contribution
• Twelve weeks paid parental leave
• Up to 20 days family violence leave
• Paid study leave and extensive professional development opportunities

Better Place Australia offers a workplace culture reflective of a vibrant, learning organisation where our people are highly engaged in their work and committed to making a difference.  As an equal opportunity employer, we aim to create an inclusive environment where differences including gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and family and caring responsibilities are valued.  We invite you to be part of a not for profit organisation that fosters a diverse workplace.

Further information

This position is available on a part time basis (0.6 FTE/3 days per week) and will require evening work (until 8pm) one evening per week, currently on a Tuesday.

Enquiries may directed to Ms Nicola Byrne – Regional Services Manager on 9556 5333.

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all prospective candidates, please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Our organisation is committed to child safety and satisfactory completion of a Working with Children Check and National Police Check are mandatory for the preferred candidate

Psychologist/Mental Health Social Worker/Mental Health Nurse

Location: Packenham

• Dynamic not for profit organisation
• Part time (0.6 FTE/3 days per week)
• Pakenham location

Follow your passion and make a real difference to the lives of individuals, children and families.

Welcome to Better Place Australia

Better Place Australia (formerly Better Place Australia) has a vision of “An Australia where all people experience positive relationships, truly value each other and live safer, more confident lives”. As a community focused not-for-profit organisation with an ever-growing range of psychological and community support services, Better Place Australia is taking a leadership role in the provision of high-quality, effective services for a wide range of community groups across 25 locations in Victoria.

This is an opportunity to join our expanding team of highly experienced and passionate people who want to make Australia a better place.

The Role

The role involves the provision of psychological services predominantly through the Accessible Psychological Interventions (API) program funded by the South/East Primary Health Network. This will involve the provision of assessment and treatment of a variety of psychological conditions across a broad client group including families and children.  With excellent supervision and clinical governance systems in place, this role is part of a multidisciplinary team of practitioners working in a collegiate and learning environment.

Some key responsibilities include:

• Provision of assessment & treatment by way of individual, group and/or family sessions;
• Development of Psychological Treatment Plans (PTPs), Reviewing progress of PTPs and the outcomes of sessions, supports and strategies,
• Referral of clients to alternative support services where appropriate and liaise with related practitioners
• Develop and delivery group sessions where appropriate,
• Develop networks and strengthen referral pathways in the region. 

Required Professional Qualifications & Experience

• Registered as a Psychologist, with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or;
• Qualified and Registered as a Credentialed Mental Health Social Worker and eligible for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), or
• Qualified and registered as a Mental Health Nurse, and;
• Minimum of 2 years post-registration and experience in mental health.
• Clinical experience working in a community-based setting is valued.
• Previous experience working with families and/or children is highly desirable.

This is a part-time position (0.6 FTE/3 days per week) based in Pakenham. Candidates who may be seeking full-time employment are also welcome to express interest.

Employee Benefits

Better Place Australia is serious about being an employer of choice, to back that claim we offer:

• Generous above award salary rates
• Salary packaging (which increases your take home pay)
• Additional 3-days annual leave (between Christmas and New Year)
• Annual leave loading of 17.5% loading
• An 11% super contribution
• Twelve weeks paid parental leave
• Up to 20 days family violence leave
• Study leave and extensive professional development opportunities

Better Place Australia offers a workplace culture reflective of a vibrant, learning organisation where our people are highly engaged in their work and committed to making a difference. As an equal opportunity employer, we aim to create an inclusive environment where differences including gender, age, culture, disability, sexual orientation and family and caring responsibilities are valued. We invite you to be part of a not for profit organisation that fosters a diverse workplace.

Further information

Enquiries may be directed to Dr Anita Tan, Regional Service Manager on 0491 051 093.

Our organisation is committed to child safety and satisfactory completion of a Working with Children Check and National Police Check are mandatory for the preferred candidate.

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all prospective candidates, please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted.