Counsellor Advocate (GVCASA)
On-site · Shepparton, Victoria, Australia
Job Summary
Counsellor Advocate within GV CASA at Shepparton Multidisciplinary Centre providing trauma-informed therapeutic, counselling and advocacy services to victim/survivors of sexual assault, their families and significant others. Responsibilities include counselling and crisis intervention, development and facilitation of groups, community education and professional training, assessment and identification of client needs, care planning, referrals, linkages with relevant services, progress monitoring, and contribution to prevention of trauma. Requires a tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Counselling, Occupational Therapy, Play Therapy or related profession, current professional registration, and a minimum of 4 years’ experience in trauma-focused work; role supported by flexible work practices and opportunities for professional development.
Required Qualifications
- A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Registered Psychiatric Nurse, Counselling, Occupational Therapy, Play Therapy, or other relevant profession
- Nurses must have a postgraduate qualification or equivalent in mental health
- Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency or eligibility for membership with relevant professional body (e.g. AASW or APA)
- Minimum of 4 years’ experience supporting victim survivors of sexual assault, child sexual abuse and/or other forms of trauma or violence
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