Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault – Morwell VIC
* Attracts a Post Graduate Allowance of $5,000 per annum (FTE)
* Health and Professional Services Award
* $2.65 per hours OTE
* Re-location allowance available.
Position Fraction: Full time - 76 hours per fortnight, and or min. equiv. 0.8
Location: Based in Morwell (Multidisciplinary Centre) & Warragul
APPLICATION INFORMATION
* Application must include statements addressing each of the selection criteria listed. This is most important, as consideration for interview will be based on whether the essential requirements of the position are addressed within your application.
* Applications should include a current resume with 3 referees names and contact details.
* GCASA is culturally inclusive and welcomes applications from diverse cultures including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
* All applicants will receive a full copy of the position description.
All applications are to be emailed and marked ‘Confidential application for the role of Counsellor Advocate and emailed to:
CEO
Email : ***@gippscasa.org
CLOSING DATE: 25.11.2024
If you have any further queries regarding this position, please contact: Kate Neocleous Clinical Manager on 5134 3922.
About Us:
Gippsland Centre Against Sexual Assault (GCASA) is a trauma-informed organisation dedicated to supporting individuals impacted by sexual assault and promoting community awareness. We operate within a collaborative Multidisciplinary Centre alongside Victoria Police SOCIT and Child Protection services, offering specialised care throughout Inner and Outer Gippsland.
About the Role:
We are seeking a dedicated Counsellor Advocate to join our team. You will provide one-to-one counselling, conduct assessments, and support clients' safety, wellbeing, and recovery through short to medium-term therapeutic interventions. The role involves case management, secondary consultation, and collaboration with community partners. You'll also contribute to the development of community awareness and social inclusion programs.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct client assessments and intervention planning
* Provide trauma-informed counselling for children, young people, and adults
* Maintain accurate, confidential client files and records
* Engage in professional development and contribute to GCASA's evolving practice
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment
Key Selection Criteria
Applications without a Key Selection Criteria response will not be considered. Please provide a response on how you meet or can demonstrate the below criteria:
* Degree level qualification or equivalent certification from a nationally accredited provider in the area of social welfare, counselling, social work, family therapy, psychology, creative arts therapies or community mental health nursing.
* A minimum of 2 years recent counselling experience working with children, young people and adults within a therapeutic setting, providing short to medium term trauma informed intervention.
* Knowledge related to the incidence and impact of sexual assault, as well as an understanding of the dynamics that support the occurrence of sexual assault, including feminist empowerment philosophy and social inclusion theory.
* Well-developed organisational skills including time management and ability to multi-task, broad computer/IT skills, high level communication skills using data systems that support client management and record keeping.
* Knowledge of the legislative requirements governing the collection and storage of personal information; client confidentiality and the protection of children/young people through mandatory reporting.
* Demonstrated experience in Assessment and ability to respond to client needs and distress as first entry point to service.
Why Join Us?
* Relocation allowance and ongoing professional development
* Inclusive, supportive workplace committed to continual learning
* Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals and the community
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