The Domestic Violence Action Centre (DVAC) is currently seeking a caring and dedicated Sexual Violence Counsellor to join our Response, Recovery, and Healing Team. By joining DVAC, you will have the opportunity to contribute to creating a safe environment for individuals seeking assistance.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in your community, have a strong commitment to providing outstanding support, and are enthusiastic about working together with a team to address gender-based violence, we would love to hear from you.

ABOUT DVAC

DVAC works with individuals and communities to eliminate, prevent, and respond to domestic and family violence, and sexual violence by:

• Collaboratively providing quality support services
• Challenging social norms and structures that enable people to use violence/enable the use of violence.
• Building awareness and capacity within the community, and
• Encouraging egalitarian relationships.

Our Vision: Reduce the prevalence and impact of gender-based violence in our communities.

Equal Employment Opportunities: DVAC is committed to diversity in our workplaces. We encourage people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, have a disability, come from different cultural backgrounds and the LGBTQ+ community to work in our organisation.

ABOUT THE ROLE

In this position, your main responsibilities will include providing specialised counselling to individuals and families who have been affected by domestic and/or sexual violence. This will involve offering trauma-informed support and guidance to both adults and children who have experienced or are currently experiencing these types of abuse. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to facilitate group therapy sessions for those who have been impacted by domestic violence and sexual violence.

Another important aspect of this role is case coordination and management, where you will be involved in ensuring that clients receive the necessary support and resources. You will also be responsible for reporting any risk management issues that may arise, prioritising the safety and well-being of the clients. Furthermore, you may be required to provide services in schools, specifically focusing on assisting women, children, and young people who have experienced domestic and sexual violence. Collaboration with other service providers and maintaining effective communication with colleagues within the organisation will also be essential. Finally, you will be responsible for minor financial tasks and administrative duties related to the program, ensuring that all activities are carried out within the allocated budget.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Possession of relevant tertiary qualifications in the psychology, social work, or counselling field.
• Well-developed experience and skills in counselling and therapeutic support for individuals who have experience sexual violence.
• Knowledge and skills to ensure the provision of trauma informed services to clients.
• Knowledge and skills to ensure the provision of culturally, gender and age-appropriate services to clients.
• Knowledge regarding feminist practice and its application in working against both domestic & family violence, and sexual violence.
• Experience and skills in gender-based violence risk assessment, trauma informed practice, safety planning, crisis support and system advocacy.
• Current driver’s licence and Blue Card.
• All DVAC staff are required to complete a National Police Check upon successful offer of position.
• Working knowledge of the Domestic & Family Violence Protection Act 2012 and knowledge of court and legislative proceedings as they relate to the Act.

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Get rewarded for your hard work and dedication with a competitive remuneration package and a generous EBA.
• Achieve a better work-life balance with additional board leave.
• Enhance your skills and well-being with access to a professional development budget, supervision, and a comprehensive employee assistance program available 24/7.
• Take advantage of salary sacrifice packaging options.
• Join a tight-knit team that embraces and champions feminist principles, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment.

Next steps

If you have a passion for helping others and possess the necessary qualifications and experience, we encourage you to click "Apply Now" and apply for this rewarding role.

Applications will be assessed with interviews being conducted as they are received so do not delay in applying!

Please no agency enquiries.

A position description is attached.