Identified Counsellor

Description:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Identified DFSV Trauma Counsellor to join our clients organisation. In this role, you will work closely with the Head of Programs to support the clinical objectives of our organization, providing trauma-informed care to individuals and families impacted by domestic, family, and sexual violence (DFSV).
The organisation is dedicated to supporting women and families affected by domestic, family, and sexual violence. They are committed to delivering trauma-informed care, and promoting recovery and healing through a feminist, holistic framework. The organisation emphasis's culturally responsive practices, collaboration with diverse communities, and continuous professional development to ensure the highest standard of care. They are driven by a mission to empower women, support their rights, and work towards gender equality and social justice.
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with external service providers and government agencies, focusing on recovery and healing in the DFSV sector.
• Provide comprehensive assessments and therapeutic interventions using trauma-informed, client-centered approaches.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support and advocate for women impacted by DFSV.
• Contribute to policy development, service planning, and evaluation.
• Maintain accurate client care records in line with organizational policies and legal obligations.

Selection Criteria:

• Experience in providing therapeutic intervention to survivors of DFSV, with a commitment to trauma-informed practices.
• Ability to provide culturally responsive counseling, particularly to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, with an understanding of intergenerational trauma.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.

Essential Criteria:

• A genuine interest in and commitment to the organization's vision, mission, and values.
• Demonstrated experience providing therapeutic intervention to victim-survivors of domestic, family, and sexual violence (DFSV), including a commitment to trauma-informed service delivery principles and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to provide culturally responsive counselling to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, with an understanding of the needs of Aboriginal communities, particularly concerning intergenerational trauma and the stolen generations.
• Experience working collaboratively and effectively in a diverse workplace environment with multidisciplinary professionals to support the recovery and healing of women from DFSV.
• Knowledge of and experience using a trauma and violence-informed approach, including for the delivery of group work and casework.
• Capacity to develop effective working relationships and collaborative partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to working within a feminist, socially just, and anti-racist framework.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Clear National Criminal History Check.

Join Us:
If you are passionate about supporting recovery and healing for those impacted by domestic, family, and sexual violence, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
This position is Aboriginal identified. To perform this role, it is essential that the person who holds the role be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. It is a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 that applicants are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.
Due to the nature of our clients service, to perform this role it is essential that the person who holds the role be a women. It is a genuine occupational requirement for this position under s 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 that applicants are women.
To apply hit APPLY NOW as we will be shortlisting for this position soon.
For a confidential discussion OR to find out more about the role please call Emma McCaffrey on 0434 835 314, or Connect on LinkedIn to stay up to date with all our vacancies