Counsellor Advocate Children, Youth and Families

Help us achieve a community free from sexual violence. Support children and young people with trauma-informed counselling, support, advocacy and recovery-focused care in this vital and rewarding role

Classification – Health Professionals Grade 2

Pay range – $47.65 to $54.34 per hour

Ongoing (the ongoing status of this position is subject to the renewal of government funding)

Up to Full-time

76.0 hours per fortnight (1.0 EFT)

60.8 hours per fortnight (0.8 EFT) may be considered

About CASACV

CASACV is a leading agency in the prevention of sexual violence and the provision of specialist, evidence-based therapeutic services for children, young people and adults across the Loddon region. Services also extend to the support networks of those affected.

All services provided by CASACV are free and confidential, and include:

Specialist counselling for adults, young people, and children who have experienced sexual assault and/or family violence – either recently or in the past – as well as for their non-offending parents, partners, families, and friends.

24-hour crisis care for recent sexual assault survivors, offering crisis response, support and advocacy.

The REFOCUS Program, a family-centred, early intervention therapeutic service for children and young people under 18 who have engaged in problematic or harmful sexualised behaviours (HSB).

Sector and community capacity-building through advocacy, secondary consultation, professional training, and community education.

At the heart of our work is feminism, which guides our commitment to gender equality and champions the rights of children, young people and adults to live free from sexual violence and harm as a fundamental human right.

About the Role

This role is responsible for providing specialised, trauma-informed counselling and support to children and young people who have experienced sexual assault and/or family violence, either recently or in the past. The role also involves providing support, guidance, and psychoeducation to non-offending parents, caregivers, and support networks to promote safety, healing, and recovery. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the role contributes to holistic, client-centred care through advocacy, case coordination, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

The role of Counsellor Advocate Children, Youth and Families is to:

Manage a defined client caseload ensuring high-quality service delivery

Conduct client assessments aligned with CASACV frameworks and best practice

Develop, implement, and regularly review evidence-based therapeutic treatment and counselling plans with clear, measurable goals

Advocate for clients and represent their needs within broader systems and with other professionals

Deliver crisis responses to people who have been recently sexually assaulted

Facilitate and engage in therapeutic group work sessions

Attend outreach or co-location sites as required or rostered

About You

With a tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, counselling, family therapy or a related discipline and a minimum of one year of experience in providing therapeutic counselling to children, young people and their parents or caregivers, you will be able to demonstrate:

Strong understanding of the impacts of sexual assault, family violence, and trauma on children, young people, and families

Experience in developing and reviewing evidence-based therapeutic plans with measurable outcomes

Proficiency in trauma-informed, evidence-based therapeutic modalities

Skilled in conducting comprehensive client, risk, and safety assessments

Clear and professional written communication skills, including case notes and reports

Ability to engage clients with empathy, respect, and cultural sensitivity

Effective time management and administrative skills in a fast-paced environment

Collaborative team player with experience in multidisciplinary settings

Why work for CASACV?

CASACV is a values-driven organisation and employer of choice, committed to staff health, wellbeing, and professional growth. We offer:

A positive, supportive, and family-friendly workplace

Generous above-award pay and entitlements

Up to $2,500 in relocation and accommodation support

5 weeks’ annual leave

Additional leave options including purchased leave, wellbeing leave, and cultural leave

Ongoing training, education, and professional development opportunities

Generous salary packaging up to $18,550 annually, with further options available

Health and wellbeing initiatives, including free annual flu vaccinations

Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Clinical supervision with experienced professionals focused on reflective practice and growth

A strong commitment to diversity and inclusion – we actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, and people of diverse gender identities and sexual orientations.

How to Apply

For more information on this position and to receive a copy of the position description, please contact:
Emma Schneider
Team Leader Children, Youth and Families
Tel: 03 5441 0430

To apply, please send your application to [email protected] and include your:

CV

A cover letter

Response to the Key Selection Criteria

Please note applications without these components will not be considered

All positions are subject to a satisfactory Police Check, a valid Working with Children Check and confirmation of full Australian working rights.

Applications will remain open until we find the right candidate – someone who aligns with our values, shares our vision, and is a strong fit for our organisation.