Trauma-Informed Counsellor Opportunity

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeChild Full time $89,300 - $113,100

Role Summary:

Join a team that makes a profound impact in the lives of children as a Senior Counsellor.

This role involves delivering high-quality counselling and support services to children, young people, and their families and care systems on an individual and group basis. The Child Trauma Service provides counselling and treatment for children and young people who have experienced sexual abuse, family violence, or have engaged in harmful sexual behaviour.

This opportunity will work alongside Aboriginal and other local organisations in the delivery of programs and services.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

  • To deliver therapeutic assessments using psychometric tools to enhance understanding, assessment, and need of the child or young person.
  • Provide therapeutic counselling and support to children, young people, and families using a variety of client-focused, trauma-informed modalities that support healing from trauma.
  • Collaborate with parents, carers, external stakeholders, and government departments.
  • Undertake case planning, goal setting, and outcome evaluation to ensure effective service delivery.
  • Develop and implement strategies to support vulnerable populations.

Qualifications and Experience:

Appropriate tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, or a related discipline.

Eligibility for full membership of the AASW, APS, or other relevant professional body.

Substantial experience in the area of child abuse and/or working with traumatised children.

Well-versed in working with children and young people who display harmful sexual behaviours is preferred.

A current Victorian Working with Children Check and driver's licence (or equivalent).

Benefits

Competitive Compensation: Salary that reflects your experience and qualifications.

Set up for success with the right equipment: Provided with a laptop and mobile phone as part of your role.

Salary Packaging: Personalise how you receive your rewards to suit your financial goals.

Employee Assistance Program: Access a wide range of support services to enhance your well-being.

Guided Individual and Group Supervision: Benefit from regular sessions providing clinical guidance and support.

Collaborative Connections: Join forces with our Australian-wide Therapeutic Services Teams, a network of professionals committed to making a difference.

Access to Extensive Resources Library: Dive into a wealth of knowledge and insights from leading experts in the field, continually enhancing your impact.

Attend International Conferences: Access to biannual Childhood Trauma Conference.

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