• Ongoing part-time opportunity (0.9 FTE)
• Join a vibrant and exciting team with the Australian Childhood Foundation!
• Make a profound impact in the lives of children
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits package including phone, laptop and salary packaging
• Conveniently located in eastern suburbs location
• Work-life balance in a part-time role of 4.5 days per week (34.2 hours per week, Tuesdays are mandatory)

The Australian Childhood Foundation has a strong reputation for delivery of clinical services, professional training and secondary consultation programs built upon up to date and evidence and based upon theoretical frameworks including the neurobiology of trauma, attachment and relational theories and child development.

This theoretical framework provides the foundation upon which all elements of care and intervention are provided by the therapeutic care programs.

The role:

As a Senior Child and Family Counsellor, you will play a pivotal role as part of the Child Trauma Service program providing counselling and support along with being an integral member of the initial response team members, responding to referrals and initial support.

The program delivers high quality counselling and support services to children, young people and their families and care systems, on and individual and group basis. Specifically, the Child Trauma Service provides counselling and treatment for children and young people who have experienced sexual abuse, family violence or have engaged in harmful sexual behaviour.

This role will work alongside Aboriginal and other local organisations in the delivery of programs and services.

What you will bring (Key Selection Criteria):

• Professional Qualifications: Have the appropriate tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work or a related discipline.
• Membership: Eligibility for full membership of the AASW, APS, or other relevant professional body.
• Experience: You have substantial experience in the area of children abuse and/or working with traumatised children.
• Team player: Demonstrated capacity to communicate effectively and positively within a team environment and external partners and stakeholders
• Experience: You are well versed in working with children and young people who display harmful sexual behaviours is preferred. You also have transferable skills to provide therapeutic counselling and support to children, young people and families using a variety of client focused, trauma informed modalities that support healing from trauma.
• Assessment skills: Demonstrated capacity to undertake therapeutic assessments using psychometric tools to enhance understanding, assessment and need of the child or young person.
• Collaborative Approach: Demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively and have the capacity to negotiate and liaise with parents, carers, external stakeholders and government departments.
• Professionalism: An understanding of the complexity of the service system and the issues involved in providing services to statutory clients
• Commitment to improving oneself: you are always open to ongoing learning and reflecting on practice.
• Practical requirements: A current Victorian Working with Children Check and drivers licence (or equivalent)

Remuneration & Benefits

In joining a strong, values-based organisation, you will also have access to:

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a salary that reflects your experience and qualifications.
• Set up for success with right equipment: You will be provided with laptop and mobile phone as part of your role
• Salary Packaging: Personalise how you receive your rewards to suit your financial goals.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access a wide range of support services to enhance your well-being.
• Guided Individual and Group Supervision: Benefit from regular sessions providing clinical guidance and support.
• Collaborative Connections: Join forces with our Australian-wide ACF Therapeutic Services Teams, a network of professionals committed to making a difference.
• Access to an Extensive Resources Library: Dive into a wealth of knowledge and insights from leading experts in the field, continually enhancing your impact.
• Attend an international conference as part of your Professional Development: Access to biannual International Childhood Trauma Conference

How to apply:

Interested in this new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of children?

To apply for this exciting opportunity please provide a copy of your resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

For more information about the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description please contact HR team at [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Child and Family Counsellor enquiry via EthicalJobs (including REF number: VN337)

ACF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTIQ+ community. All are strongly encouraged to apply.