Counsellor - Healing and Recovery from domestic, family and sexual violence

Exciting Opportunity for a Counsellor (Healing and Recovery)

Support healing from domestic, family and sexual violence

Work in a values-driven and inclusive environment

Be part of a passionate and supportive team

Are you a compassionate and skilled counsellor with a passion for supporting women and gender-diverse people through their healing from domestic, family and sexual violence? Do you thrive in providing trauma-informed, person-centred care and facilitating meaningful change in people's lives? If you're looking to work for a feminist organisation in a supportive, collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you

ABOUT US

Women's Health and Equality Queensland (WHEQ) are leaders in women's health, gender equality, and the primary prevention of violence. We are a not-for-profit organisation that has been improving health outcomes for women for over 40 years. Our vision is to create a world where women and girls are equitably resourced, healthy, safe and thriving.

Our work focusses on HEALTHY WOMEN and SYSTEMS CHANGE and includes counselling and support services, healing and recovery after violence, health promotion, community violence prevention, professional education, capacity building, systems leadership and policy development.

Our work focusses on creating better outcomes for cohorts experiencing the highest rates of health disadvantage and inequality. We are a pro-choice organisation that supports people with diverse bodies, sexualities and gender identities. We are committed to inclusivity and ensuring that our services are accessible and welcoming to all. Our staff team of 30+ are amazing, passionate and supportive people who work collaboratively to create a better world.

Our head office is located on unceded Jagera and Turrbal Land in South Brisbane, with many of our services spanning across the entire state.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This 0.4FTE (2 days/week) position provides specialist counselling supporting women's recovery and healing from experiences of domestic, family, and sexual violence. Therapeutic counselling is the main function of this role though additionally, this role may also include case management and the facilitation of therapeutic and educational groups.

As a Counsellor (Healing and Recovery Team), you will;

• Provide trauma-informed counselling: Deliver counselling and, occasionally, case management services to women and gender-diverse people who have experienced domestic, family, and/or sexual violence.
• Support recovery and empowerment: Develop and monitor individualised care plans, ensuring they align with each participant's unique health and wellbeing needs.
• Collaborate for participant outcomes: Work closely with internal teams and external services to provide warm, effective referrals and supports.
• Shape continuous improvement: Contribute to the development of best-practice counselling frameworks, professional education, and resources that promote women's healing and recovery.

This is an office-based role located in South Brisbane. It includes virtual as well as in-person counselling appointments.

ABOUT YOU

You are a compassionate and dedicated professional with the skills to support women through their healing and recovery journeys.

• Trauma-informed practitioner: You bring a deep understanding of the effects of domestic, family, and sexual violence and are skilled in providing person-centred, trauma-informed care.
• Collaborative and adaptable: You thrive in a team environment and are proactive in working with participants and colleagues to achieve shared goals.
• Knowledgeable and experienced: You have Bachelor or Master Level qualifications in counselling or social work, and at least two years' experience supporting vulnerable client groups.
• Culturally responsive: You are committed to working inclusively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other diverse communities to ensure culturally safe and equitable service delivery.
• Purpose-driven: WHEQ's purpose resonates with you, and you are passionate about women's health and wellbeing and systems change.

ABOUT OUR WORKPLACE

Joining WHEQ means becoming part of a collaborative and values-driven team dedicated to supporting women, girls and gender-diverse people across Queensland. Benefits include:

• Impactful work in a feminist organisation: Be part of creating a world where women and girls are equitably resourced, healthy, safe, and thriving.
• Incredible team: With a supportive team, strong values, and regular opportunities for learning and connecting, WHEQ offers a collaborative and purpose-driven workplace.
• Commitment to learning and growth: Access to formal and informal support, supervision and training opportunities, supported by an allocated professional development budget.
• Fantastic work environment: This 0.4FTE (2 days/week) office-based role is in lively South Brisbane, in a freshly designed space close to public transport.
• Competitive salary and benefits: Starting at Level 5 SCHADS [$ $51.51 per hour]. Further increase your take-home pay with the option to salary package up to $15,900 annually.

INTERESTED?

Even if you don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply if this role speaks to you Share your passion and initiative with us.

WHEQ is committed to increasing employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants to apply.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from a diversity of people from all backgrounds.

People living with a disability are encouraged to apply. If you require modifications with the application process to meet your access needs, please let us know. We want to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your application by midnight Sunday 16 November on the Seek Platform. For your application to be considered, you will need to include:

1. A Cover Letter: Maximum 2 pages, briefly addressing the following:

2. What's motivating you to apply for this role?

3. A brief overview of your relevant experience and how it aligns with the skills we're looking for
4. You approach to providing trauma-informed, person-centred counselling to support healing and recovery in the DFSV space.

5. What will you bring to our organisation?

6. Your CV/Resume

We appreciate the time and effort you invest in your application and will advise all applicants of the outcome by 30 January 2025.

Questions? Reach out to with the subject line: Counsellor (Healing and Recovery Team) inquiry.