Job Summary
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- Job posted on: 6th Jul 2021
We currently have opportunities for experienced trauma practitioners to join our 1800RESPECT team, providing specialist counselling services to people impacted by domestic and family violence and / or sexual assault. The role works within a national framework and requires the highest level of professionalism, ethical behaviour and compassion. You will be joining a team of highly experienced and supportive practitioners that provide amazing support and make a difference every day in the lives of so many.
We are currently seeking to fill a variety of shifts across a 24/7 roster, including days, evenings, overnights and weekends. We are particularly interested in speaking with people who are keen to work evening and overnight shifts. Flexible with the number of shifts we can offer, anywhere up to 9 per fortnight.
The role will have you:
There is the opportunity for flexibility with the number of shifts you work each fortnight (up to 9 shifts) across the 24/7 roster. We provide set fortnightly rosters once the training period has been completed.
You will need a minimum of 3 years specialist counselling experience (phone counselling desirable) supporting clients who have been impacted by domestic, family and / or sexual violence.
Other essential requirements include:
It is a genuine requirement of this position that it be filled by a woman as permitted in sections 25, 104 and 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act, 1991.
All offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks including a National Police Check, Working with Children Check (Blue Card), referee checks and proof of eligibility to work in Australia.
To apply for this position please ensure that you:
If you would like more information about the role please email [email protected] using the subject line: Specialist Trauma Counsellor enquiry via EthicalJobs, or phone Danielle (People & Culture Officer) on 3156 2302.
DVConnect is committed to nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture of opportunity. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, workers of all ages, people with disabilities and people who identify as LGBTIQ.
All applications will be treated on their merits. Please note those applications without a cover letter addressing the selection criteria and/or the right to work in Australia cannot be considered. We thank you for your application however only those shortlisted will be contacted.