Sexual Violence Trauma Counsellor - Senior Practitioner

Job Posting Organization:
54 reasons is Australia’s leading child rights organisation, proudly part of the Save the Children Australia Group and a global movement dedicated to ensuring that children and young people have their rights met and thrive in all their diversity. The organization focuses on providing quality services to children and their caregivers across every state and territory, including remote areas and capital cities. With a workforce of approximately 600 people, 54 reasons embraces diversity in race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexuality, cultures, and beliefs, reflecting the communities they serve.

Job Overview:
In this full-time, permanent role, the Sexual Violence Trauma Counsellor will work as part of the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Service team in Mount Isa/Gulf and Surrounds. The primary function of this position is to provide holistic case management and support to vulnerable and disadvantaged clients, particularly focusing on children and families affected by trauma. The role emphasizes the importance of the child's voice and aims to create lasting change for victim survivors. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying client strengths, establishing program goals, and promoting skills that enhance health, safety, and development. This position also involves enhancing stakeholder relationships and working collaboratively within a small team to deliver best practices for women and children experiencing domestic and family violence (DFV).

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Sexual Violence Trauma Counsellor include:

• Providing holistic case management to vulnerable and disadvantaged clients, ensuring their needs are met effectively.
• Supporting relationships and establishing goals for clients, while regularly reviewing their progress.
• Promoting skills that increase health, safety, and development among clients.
• Ensuring that the voices of children and young people are heard and considered in all aspects of service delivery.
• Enhancing stakeholder relationships and partnerships to provide comprehensive support to clients.
• Collaborating with a small team to deliver best practices in supporting women and children experiencing DFV.
• Documenting case notes and maintaining accurate records of client interactions and progress.
• Participating in professional development and training opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge in trauma-informed care and DFV.

Required Qualifications:
The position requires a minimum of a 3-year tertiary qualification in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate eligibility for membership with either the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), the Australian Counselling Association (ACA), the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), or the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA). While membership is not required, candidates should provide evidence that they meet the eligibility requirements for these organizations. Candidates must also have demonstrated experience in case management and a solid understanding of relevant legislation related to domestic and family violence.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a minimum of a 3-year tertiary qualification in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field. This educational background is essential to ensure that the candidate has the necessary theoretical knowledge and practical skills to effectively support clients dealing with trauma and domestic violence.

Experience:
The role requires demonstrated experience in case management, particularly within the context of domestic and family violence or closely related human services. Candidates should have a strong understanding of the impact of sexual violence trauma on children and families, as well as experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and families. Previous experience in a similar role will be highly regarded.

Languages:
While the job description does not specify mandatory languages, proficiency in English is essential for effective communication with clients and stakeholders. Additional language skills, particularly those relevant to the local community, would be considered advantageous but are not explicitly required.

Additional Notes:
This is a full-time, permanent position based in Mount Isa, Queensland, Australia. The organization offers an award rate salary (Level 5.1 currently $53.43 per hour) along with access to full salary packaging benefits. Employees in remote locations receive a generous annual remote location allowance, flight benefits, and five weeks of annual leave. The organization emphasizes workplace wellness and provides access to a confidential Employee Wellbeing Program. They also celebrate diversity and have a highly inclusive culture, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to apply. The application process is designed to be straightforward and accessible for all applicants, and the organization is committed to ensuring a safe working environment for its employees and clients.