POSITION AVAILABLE: QUALIFIED ART THERAPIST

Location: Ipswich & Surrounding Areas, QLD
Employment Type: Subcontract | Casual with potential to progress to Full-Time
Work Type: In-person
Start Date: Immediate start available
Empowered Therapy & Training is currently seeking qualified and experienced Art Therapists to join our growing multidisciplinary team. We are a privately owned, holistic, and play-based practice, supporting individuals across the lifespan with a variety of presentations and challenges.
About Us
At Empowered Therapy & Training, we believe in fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where therapists feel supported and valued. Our practice is built on principles of compassion, community, and empowerment. Through innovative, evidence-based therapies, we help individuals better understand themselves and lead more meaningful lives.
Our Values

We are guided by values that reflect who we are and how we work:

• Foster a strong sense of community and connection
• Champion equality and diversity in all forms
• Support personal growth for clients and team members
• Create lasting change across all age groups
• Provide outstanding service with integrity and empathy
• Build relationships that make a genuine impact
• Collaborate across disciplines to better serve our clients
• Value the time, skills, and perspectives of every team member
• Act as responsible and engaged citizens in our communities

About the Role
We are looking for a compassionate and qualified Art Therapist who is passionate about working with clients through a trauma-informed, creative, and person-centred lens.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group art therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches
• Maintain accurate case notes and documentation in line with ethical and professional standards
• Work collaboratively with families, allied health professionals, support coordinators, and other team members
• Participate in team meetings, debriefs, and professional development
• Contribute to a warm, respectful, and supportive team environment

Essential Criteria:

• Tertiary qualification in Art Therapy (accredited course)
• Membership with a recognised professional body (e.g., ANZACATA)
• Experience working with children, adolescents, and/or adults in therapeutic settings
• Current ABN, professional indemnity & public liability insurance
• National Police Check, Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
• Strong communication, documentation, and clinical reasoning skills
• Right to work in Australia

What We Offer:

• A supportive, values-driven team culture
• Holistic and play-based therapeutic framework
• Scheduling and admin support provided
• Weekly team meetings and debriefs
• Opportunities for growth in a dynamic private practice

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about using creative therapies to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

• Email your CV and cover letter to: recruitment@empoweredtherapyandtraining.com
• For more information, contact our Head Office on 0434 401 436

Empowered Therapy & Training is committed to providing an inclusive, respectful, and supportive workplace. We encourage applications from therapists of all backgrounds, communities, and experiences.
Job Types: Subcontract, Contract
Pay: $85,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: On the roa

• Provide individual and group art therapy sessions using evidence-based approaches
• Maintain accurate case notes and documentation in line with ethical and professional standards
• Work collaboratively with families, allied health professionals, support coordinators, and other team members
• Participate in team meetings, debriefs, and professional development
• Contribute to a warm, respectful, and supportive team environmen