Position Context

Galiwin’ku Women’s Space Inc. is a Yolngu run organisation established by a passionate group of women from Galiwin’ku working towards a solution to domestic and family violence in Galiwin’ku Community, NE Arnhem Land. The organisation operates with a two worlds approach by combining the skills and knowledge of both societies, Yolngu and Balanda.  GWS ‘s vision is to stop the cycle of violence in Galiwin’ku through the provision of crisis management and prevention services, including Crisis Accommodation, that strengthen culture and empower families.

Position Purpose 

The DFSV Primary Prevention Counsellor will also be responsible for designing, implementing and monitoring initiatives and policies that aim to address the underlying drivers of violence against women in Galiwinku.

Essential Criteria

​Qualifications:

• A registered Psychologist or Social Worker and Mental Health Accredited
• Tertiary qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Occupational Therapy or Counselling along with current registration with the professional body relevant to your qualification/s. 
• Applicant must host a current Ochre Card and be willing to undergo a criminal history check. A criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history.

​Skill Requirements:

• Good interpersonal and relationship building skills 
• Outstanding ability to interact and connect with people in a cross-cultural environment
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Competent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• NT Working with Children’s Check (essential)
• Current Police Check (essential) 
• NT Manual Driver’s License (essential)
• Senior First Aid Certificate (or the ability to obtain)  
• In line with NT Government Covid-19 vaccination requirements (if applicable)

Values and Approach Requirements 

• Encourages self-reflection and feedback on performance  
• Values and takes on board guidance around cultural sensitivities 
• Open and transparent with values, experience, and approach 
• Earns trust through authentic and genuine actions
• Always striving to connect ‘two worlds’, Yolngu and Balanda 
• Prioritises developing strong local foundations through capacity building of Yolngu people
• Having empathy and showing compassion through your work 
• Computer literacy is essential
• Being a female is a genuine occupational requirement for this position

​Knowledge Requirements:

• Knowledge and understanding of the impacts of those experiencing domestic and family violence
•  Knowledge of NGO governance and related legislations 
• Working within a cross cultural environment/ organisation
• Experience working in an Indigenous Community

next steps

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If you have any questions about the role, GWS context and location, the Position Description or anything else relating to the position please do not hesitate to get in touch by calling 0447 504 362 or emailing [email protected] using the subject line: DFSV Primary Prevention Counsellor - Galiwin'ku enquiry via EthicalJobs.