About Us Our client provides specialist family violence services to Victorian Aboriginal women and their children since 1976. We focus on culturally safe, trauma-informed support, including crisis accommodation, case management, and advocacy.

About the Role We are seeking a Therapeutic Counsellor to impacted by family violence, with a significant portion of the role based in a women’s prison. This role emphasizes empowerment, self-awareness, and strengths-based therapeutic interventions tailored to the unique needs of each woman.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide culturally safe, trauma-informed, and strengths-based counselling (individual, family, and group).
• Conduct initial assessments, create and monitor case plans, and ensure thorough safety plans for clients.
• Deliver high-quality risk assessments and collaborate with internal/external stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date case notes and adhere to privacy requirements.
• Advocate for clients and maintain effective relationships with partner agencies.
• Participate in reflective practice, team meetings, and case management reviews.

Key Selection Criteria

• Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in psychology, social work, or counselling.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience in providing trauma-informed counselling to individuals affected by family violence.
• Ideal: Understanding of the unique challenges faced by Aboriginal women, particularly those dealing with family violence.
• Skills: Ability to work creatively and flexibly with clients with complex needs.
• Knowledge: Understanding of mental health, trauma, and their impact on individuals.
• Collaboration: Experience developing and facilitating therapeutic group programs.
• Self-Management: Capacity for reflection and self-care in a high-demand role.

Requirements

• Current (or willingness to obtain) Working with Children Check.
• National Police Check.
• Valid Victorian Driver’s License.
• Compliance with policies and procedures.

Why Join Us?

• Work for a respected Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation.
• Be part of a passionate team empowering Aboriginal women and children.
• Access professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Salary packaging available to maximize take-home pay.

Please click APPLY attaching your CV if you'd like to hear more about this role, alternatively you can apply direct to [email protected]
or call Conor on 0432 332 821