Are you a Counsellor who is passionate about providing high level support to victims of sexual assault to empower and provide a space for healing that is safe, inclusive and trauma informed? If you said ‘yes’, then look no further because this is the perfect role for you!

At Windermere, our small counselling team of 6 staff, are committed to helping consumers take control of their life through our expert coaching guidance.

We partner with our broad range of service areas to provide counselling for people with a NDIS plan or for people with specific trauma.

Why work at Windermere?

We are committed to outcome-focused care for children, families and individuals and to making a positive difference in the community. As well as tailored support services for individuals and families, Windermere provides a varied scope of services to support disadvantaged and vulnerable people. Windermere offers a culture of flexibility, support and wellbeing.

Staff Benefits - this is where we stand out from the crowd!  Windermere offers staff a wide range of unique benefits beyond the salary.

• Flexible Ways of Working - home, in the office or combination of both
• Above Award Personal Leave and 17.5% annual leave loading
• Gifted days off (between Christmas and New Year)
• Employee Referral Program
• Flexible Leave Scheme (50/52, 51/52)
• Study leave and opportunities for professional development
• Generous salary packaging (up to $15,900 per year + additional $2,650 meals and entertainment)
• Staff discount program for everyday items
• Rostered Days Off
• Paid Parental Leave

Windermere care about staff and strive for continuous improvement, which is why we regularly ask our staff and consumers about what we can do better. In our latest staff survey 95% of respondents said they are "happy to tell their family and friends they work at Windermere" and 95% agree "staff are welcome regardless of age, cultural background, race, religion, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation".  

Now, let’s talk about this role!

The Counsellor will be responsible of holding a caseload and providing direct counselling support to victims of sexual assault.

This role is permanent, 0.8 – 1.0 FTE (4 or 5 days per week) and a truly rewarding opportunity for someone with a professional background in counselling and working with victims of sexual assault.

Key Selection Criteria:

• Tertiary qualifications in counselling, social work, psychology or relevant equivalent
• Demonstrated understanding of the impact of trauma and trauma informed practice.
• Demonstrated understanding of the impact of sexual assault and working with children who display harmful sexual behaviours.
• Demonstrated assessment skills, including psychosocial assessment and the MARAM framework.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills. Able to maintain consumer files and databases. Ability to prepare written reports.
• Planning and organising – excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to work under pressure.
• Willingness to promote and support practices that are inclusive, culturally responsive, safe and accessible.
• Current Victorian Drivers’ Licence.
• Willingness to undertake relevant pre-employment screening and checks.
• Right to work in Australia e.g. Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or Visa holder with full working rights

If this job excites you, then click the “Apply” button to view the Position Description.  Please address the Key Selection Criteria in your application letter.

If you require any specific access adjustments or support within the Windermere recruitment, interview or onboarding process please contact our Talent Acquisition Specialist via phone +613 8794 1311 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Counsellor Sexual Assault enquiry via EthicalJobs

Windermere is committed to equity & equality for consumers and employees, this by building diverse and inclusive services and work environments, where all peoples from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander, CALD, LGBTIQ+ Communities and those living with disability will know and feel accepted, affirmed, safe and celebrated. Windermere is delivering this through the continued development and implementation of our Welcoming and Inclusion Strategy 2021 to 2024 as we seek to provide a diverse workforce at all levels.