Want to join our team?

Contractor Requirements

• Masters of Child Play Therapy from a tertiary institution in addition to a relevant undergraduate degree (e.g. Psychology, Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Social Work, Nursing, Education, Disability Support).

• Registered with APPTA and/or PACFA member (provisional registration is acceptable) and fulfil all ethical and professional standards in accordance with membership.

• Able to self-manage client load demands, including weekly Play Therapy sessions, parent review meetings, report writing, case conferences, and alike.

• Ability to work in a team environment.

• Detailed and timely note keeping; upholding best practice, in-depth case analysis, self-reflection, and legal subpoena.

• Ability to communicate in a highly professional and respectful manner with families/carers and support services, with a focus on working systemically to impact change within all areas of a child’s life.

• Uphold a high standard of privacy and confidentiality.

• Uphold Wildflower Play Therapy’s vision and ethos of creating a team of Play Therapists providing high-quality, holistic supports, tailored to each child and family’s needs.

• Highly organised, self-motivated and able to work independently.

• High standard of personal ethics.

• High capacity for self-reflection and a commitment to professional development.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Characteristics

• At least two years’ experience working therapeutically with children and families.

• Trained in parenting programs such as Circle of Security.

• Familiar with Splose appointment keeping software or similar.

Contractor Responsibilities

• Possess or willing to obtain own ABN.

• Current National Police Check.

• Current Working with Children Check clearance.

• Have or willing to obtain own public liability and professional indemnity insurance.

• Organise and participate in regular supervision with a registered Play Therapy supervisor.

Benefits

• Be a member of a small team of fun, creative and enthusiastic highly trained and highly ethical Play Therapists seeking best practice for children and families.

• Be a part of a well-respected, reputable Play Therapy practice.

• Opportunities for professional development and support to pursue own areas of interests and strengths.

• Opportunities for regular debriefing, peer supervision and mentoring.

• Participation in monthly team meetings which maintain a supportive and team-oriented environment, with the chance for experientials, collaboration, training, innovation, and more.

• Generous contractor percentage of fee for service.