• Fixed Term Part Time (12 Month Position)

• 72 hours per fortnight

TOGETHER, WE CAN CREATE OUTSTANDING!

Counsellor Advocate GVCASA, Goulburn Valley Centre Against Sexual Assault, Nixon Street, Shepparton.

About GV Health

At GV Health we are so much more than a regional health service. As the largest employer in the region, we work with purpose and pride and are committed to respecting and embracing diversity, inclusion and accessibility for our people and community.

It is an exciting time to join our GV Health team! We are currently in the midst of an exciting $229 million transformation of our Graham Street site, which comprises of a five-storey Inpatient Unit building, expansion of our current theatre capacity, new Critical Care Unit, a state of-the-art Dialysis Unit and an extension of the current Emergency Department.

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To find our more information about GV Health you can visit our website.

About the team

Goulburn Valley Centre Against Sexual Assault (GVCASA) is a program of GV Health and is one of 15 Centres Against Sexual Assault that operate throughout Victoria providing a range of services for those impacted by sexual assault.

The GVCASA team is growing in response to increased local demand for sexual assault support services.

About the role

The GVCASA Counsellor Advocate plays an integral role within our team, and works within a trauma informed practice framework to provide a range of therapeutic, counselling and advocacy services to those who have been impacted by sexual assault.

Our clients include women, children, young people, men and people who identify as gender diverse; a large proportion of our clients are children and young people; so if you have experience working in a trauma related industry with children or young people, or adults, you are encouraged to apply.

The role also includes the opportunity to contribute to the delivery of community education and professional training to students, teachers, parents and community and professional groups to raise awareness of sexual assault. You will be provided with regular supervision, training and professional development opportunities.

The main office is located in Shepparton, but services are provided across the Goulburn (West Hume) region; applicants who live in Wallan, Seymour, Numurkah, Cobram, Shepparton and surrounds, are encouraged to apply, as we have outreach locations throughout the area.

The impacts of sexual assault can be complex; working in this sector can be challenging but tremendously rewarding. We are looking for a professional who understands this and is motivated and ready to join our committed and respected team. We hold our clients at the centre of everything we do, and value a commitment to inclusiveness, fairness and equity.

The successful applicant will possess:

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Psychiatric Registered Nurse, Counselling, or other relevant profession; with a minimum of 4 years’ experience.
• A commitment to making a meaningful difference to those affected by sexual assault, & possess excellent communication, decision making, advocacy & negotiation skills.
• An understanding of the issues surrounding sexual assault, and impact on victim survivors.

Our offer to you

• Generous salary packaging, subsidised staff parking & discounted leisure memberships
• Flexible work practices and options to purchase additional leave to help create some important work/life balance
• Professional development and study leave to help reach your learning and career goals

For a confidential conversation please contact Chelsea Sofra on (03) 5858 9300 or email [email protected], using the subject line: Counsellor Advocate (GVCASA)

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Job number: 12058

Vaccination against COVID-19 is a mandatory requirement for this role.

All appointments are made subject to satisfactory police check and Victorian ‘Employee’ Working with Children’s Check. Completion of a Commonwealth of Australia Statutory Declaration is required prior to commencement. GV Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

Recruitment agencies should note that GV Health does not accept agency resumes. GV Health is not responsible for any fees related to any unsolicited resumes submitted by Recruitment Agencies.