About Us

Elizabeth Morgan House Aboriginal Women’s Services Inc (EMH) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation providing specialist family violence services to Victorian Aboriginal women and their children since 1976. We focus on culturally safe, trauma-informed support, including crisis accommodation, case management, and advocacy.

About the Role

We are seeking a Therapeutic Counsellor to provide culturally safe, trauma-informed counselling to Aboriginal women impacted by family violence, with a significant portion of the role based in a women’s prison. This role emphasises empowerment, self-awareness, and strengths-based therapeutic interventions tailored to the unique needs of each woman.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide culturally safe, trauma-informed, and strengths-based counselling (individual, family, and group).
• Conduct initial assessments, create and monitor case plans, and ensure thorough safety plans for clients.
• Deliver high-quality risk assessments and collaborate with internal/external stakeholders.
• Maintain up-to-date case notes and adhere to privacy requirements.
• Advocate for clients and maintain effective relationships with partner agencies.
• Participate in reflective practice, team meetings, and case management reviews.

Key Selection Criteria

• Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in psychology, social work, or counselling.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience in providing trauma-informed counselling to individuals affected by family violence.
• Ideal: Understanding of the unique challenges faced by Aboriginal women, particularly those dealing with family violence.
• Skills: Ability to work creatively and flexibly with clients with complex needs.
• Knowledge: Understanding of mental health, trauma, and their impact on individuals.
• Collaboration: Experience developing and facilitating therapeutic group programs.
• Self-Management: Capacity for reflection and self-care in a high-demand role.

Requirements

• Current (or willingness to obtain) Working with Children Check.
• National Police Check.
• Valid Victorian Driver’s License.
• Compliance with EMH policies and procedures.

Why Join Us?

• Work for a respected Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation.
• Be part of a passionate team empowering Aboriginal women and children.
• Access professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Salary packaging available to maximize take-home pay.

The majority of this role is based within a women's correctional facility.