
Counsellor Advocate
1 day ago
Join to apply for the Counsellor Advocate role at Foundation House Victoria (VFST Inc.)
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the Counsellor Advocate role at Foundation House Victoria (VFST Inc.)
Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.
- Ongoing, part-time position (0.8 EFT) with a values-bas organisation.
- Based in our Sunshine office, parking onsite, close to PT
- Salary of 106-111k + Super + Salary Packaging (pro rata to 0.8EFT)
- Ongoing, part-time position (0.8 EFT) with a values-bas organisation.
- Based in our Sunshine office, parking onsite, close to PT
- Salary of 106-111k + Super + Salary Packaging (pro rata to 0.8EFT)
Your impact
Foundation House adopts a holistic and integrated approach to meeting the complex needs of our refugee background clients and their communities to ensure the application of trauma-informed principles and trauma focused interventions.
As a Counsellor Advocate, you will work with the Foundation House Trauma Recovery Framework to provide expert assessment and counselling, using a diverse range of developmentally appropriate psychosocial therapeutic interventions. These services address both the complex psychological impact of torture and trauma, along with addressing the many challenges our clients face in terms of the broader social and economic determinants of mental health.
Your role will also involve a range of advocacy including liaison and facilitated referrals with relevant health, community, education, and legal services.
The CA role
We currently have a part-time (0.8 EFT), ongoing position available in our Sunshine office.
Regular supervision, guidance and professional development support is provided to assist you in undertaking your work as a Counsellor Advocate and to support high quality services to our clients.
For further details on our Counsellor Advocate model, please see our website https://foundationhouse.org.au/be-involved/careers-with-us/our-counsellor-advocate-model/
About You
We are looking for Counsellor Advocates who are committed to advancing human rights and are passionate about supporting trauma recovery for refugee background individuals and families.
You Will- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments with individuals and families to develop clear formulations and client-centred therapeutic goals.
- Provide developmentally appropriate trauma-informed and trauma focused counselling and therapeutic interventions using a range of evidence-based modalities.
- Provide psychoeducation in individual, family and group settings.
- Identify critical issues clients experience that are affecting their sense of wellbeing, mental health and safety, and develop strategies for responding to those issues. This includes making referrals and undertaking advocacy with relevant health, community, education, legal services and government agencies.
What You Will Need To Successfully Apply
Positively respond to the below selection criteria:- Relevant tertiary qualifications in psychology, social work, counselling, or other related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience and expertise in counselling, preferably in a similar trauma recovery context or another area of trauma-focused service provision.
- Demonstrated experience conducting psychosocial assessments and risk assessments of adults and families.
- Ability to write high quality professional psychosocial reports for a variety of key stakeholders, including legal and government bodies.
- Good understanding of how to negotiate and advocate with multiple service systems in Victoria to support the needs of clients and their families.
- Previous experience working with Asylum Seeker clients would be highly advantageous.
You Will Be Rewarded With- an attractive remuneration package, ranging between 106k and 111k plus superannuation (based on experience and pro rata to 0.8 EFT).
- salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550, plus novated car leasing options.
- a role with true purpose to make a difference in people's lives.
- a welcoming, highly diverse and supportive team environment.
- excellent training and professional development.
- generous leave provisions with option to purchase additional leave.
- access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for both staff and family members.
Foundation House is an equal opportunity employer; we foster a work environment that is inclusive and diverse. We are values driven and are committed to improving the life outcomes of refugees and asylum seekers.
Foundation House is a state-wide agency offering services throughout Victoria.
We currently have approximately 250 staff across our five offices in Brunswick, Dallas, Dandenong, Ringwood and Sunshine, and we also provide services in partnership with other agencies in regional and rural Victoria.
Foundation House is a Child Safe organisation committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children. We actively play a part in combating family violence, as reflected in our organisational policies, protocols and staff development.
How To Apply
Refer to the position description on our website for detailed information about the role and for more information about our hiring process, please refer to our careers with us page.
Applications are due to close 7th of July 2025. Please note, applications will be considered as they are received and may close early.
For enquiries please contact our HR Team via jobs@foundationhouse.org.au or phone Justin Curreen-Harris on 03 9389 8985.
Hiring is subject to satisfactory Police Check, current Working with Children Check, and proof of the right to work and live in Australia.Seniority level
- Seniority levelMid-Senior level
- Employment typePart-time
- Job functionHealth Care Provider
- IndustriesIndividual and Family Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Foundation House Victoria (VFST Inc.) by 2x
Get notified about new Advocate jobs in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$100,000.00-A$140,000.00 10 hours ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
South Yarra, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Greensborough, Victoria, Australia 2 days ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Lawyer – Dispute Resolution & LitigationMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$83,317.00-A$90,372.00 1 day ago
Carlton, Victoria, Australia 10 hours ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago
Dandenong, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Graduate / First Year Lawyer | Class Actions | Melbourne or SydneyMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 20 hours ago
Account Executive/Senior Account ExecutiveMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 14 hours ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Footscray, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Head of Communications, Marketing and Advocacy (Parental Leave Vacancy)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks ago
Outreach Specialist Family Violence PractitionerSunshine West, Victoria, Australia 3 days ago
Truganina, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks ago
Women's Rights Lawyer/Solicitor (Civil Law) (w/Relocation assistance)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago
Southbank, Victoria, Australia 15 hours ago
We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.
#J-18808-Ljbffr-
Counsellor/Advocate
2 weeks ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Royal Women's Hospital Full timeAre you an existing employee of the Women's? If so, please log into SuccessFactors from the intranet and select Home > Careers to apply and view all available roles, including internal-only roles.- Counsellor Advocate role available - Sexual Assault Crisis Line (SACL)- Social Worker Grade 2 or equivalent tertiary qualifications- Ongoing Role, (0.46 FTE)-...
-
Casual Counsellor/Advocate
3 weeks ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Royal Women's Hospital Full timeAre you an existing employee of the Women's? If so, please log into SuccessFactors from the intranet and select Home > Careers to apply and view all available roles, including internal-only roles.Counsellor Advocate role available - Sexual Assault Crisis Line (SACL)Casual Social Worker Grade 2 or equivalent tertiary qualificationsParkville location with...
-
Casual Counsellor/Advocate
3 weeks ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Royal Women's Hospital Full timeCounsellor Advocate role available - Sexual Assault Crisis Line (SACL)Casual Social Worker Grade 2 or equivalent tertiary qualificationsParkville location with flexible workingMultiple public transport options available45.00 - $52.00 per hour + 25% loading (for casuals) + salary packaging + super + shift work allowancesThe Royal Women's Hospital is one of...
-
Casual Counsellor/Advocate
3 weeks ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia The Royal Women's Hospital Full timeCounsellor Advocate role available - Sexual Assault Crisis Line (SACL)Casual Social Worker Grade 2 or equivalent tertiary qualificationsParkville location with flexible workingMultiple public transport options available45.00 - $52.00 per hour + 25% loading (for casuals) + salary packaging + super + shift work allowancesThe Royal Women's Hospital is one of...
-
Trauma Support Specialist
18 hours ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeCounselling Full time $106,000 - $111,000Job Title: Counsellor AdvocateThe role of a counsellor advocate involves working with clients who have experienced trauma and torture, providing expert assessment and counselling using a range of developmentally appropriate psychosocial therapeutic interventions.Key Responsibilities:Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments to develop clear...
-
Psychologist / School Counsellor (Toorak Campus)
5 hours ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Geelong Grammar School Full time* Part-time ongoing role - Toorak Campus* 2.5 days per week, term time onlyGeelong Grammar School is one of the world's leading co-educational boarding and day schools. Offering exceptional educational opportunities across four campuses from Early Learning to Year 12, Geelong Grammar School is committed to making a positive difference for students, staff and...
-
Therapeutic Support Specialist
20 hours ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeCounselling Full time $106,000 - $111,000Foundation House offers a unique opportunity to work with refugees and asylum seekers. We are seeking an experienced Counsellor Advocate to join our team.As a Counsellor Advocate, you will work with individuals and families from diverse backgrounds, providing trauma-informed and trauma-focused counselling and therapeutic interventions. You will conduct...
-
Senior Financial Guidance Advisor
7 hours ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeFinancialCounselling Full time $65,000 - $75,000Role OverviewThe Financial Counsellor will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support services to clients.This collaboration integrates financial guidance with holistic services, addressing the complex needs of our clients through a tailored response.Familiarity and appreciation of diverse community contextsExperience...
-
Therapeutic Services Specialist
1 day ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeCounselling Full time $100,000 - $140,000Job Title:Counsellor AdvocateAbout the Role:This is a long-term part-time opportunity with an organisation that shares our values.Based in Sunshine, we offer onsite parking and proximity to public transport.The ideal candidate will work with diverse individuals, delivering expert assessments and counselling utilising trauma-informed principles and...
-
Social Worker
2 weeks ago
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia NSW Health Full timeSocial Worker (Level 1/2) - Early Intervention in Psychosis, Community Mental Health ServicesJoin to apply for the Social Worker (Level 1/2) - Early Intervention in Psychosis, Community Mental Health Services role at NSW HealthSocial Worker (Level 1/2) - Early Intervention in Psychosis, Community Mental Health Services3 days ago Be among the first 25...