• Location: Brisbane North, based in Wooloowin with outreach North.
• Employment Type: Part-time 30 hours/week
• Wage: Level 5 SCHADS Award

About us

WWILD – Sexual Violence Prevention Association Inc. is a community-development-based organisation dedicated to achieving social justice and systemic change to uphold the rights of people with intellectual and learning disabilities to live free from violence. We empower individuals by supporting their personal growth, education, and participation in decision-making processes that affect their lives, while addressing their unique needs. Guided by a philosophy that promotes valuing of individuals and societal change, we work alongside people of all genders, recognising the gendered and ableist drivers of interpersonal violence, and its disproportionate impact on women and girls, on gender-diverse adults and children, as well as on cis-men and boys with disabilities. 

About this Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Trauma Counsellor to join our team. In this role, you will:

• Provide high-quality and client-focused therapeutic counselling to individuals with intellectual disabilities at risk of or who have experienced acute or historical sexual violence or other crime or exploitation. 
• Use diverse and creative trauma-informed methods to help clients understand their experiences, explore safety and justice options and develop coping strategies.
• Contribute to and participate in the development and delivery of community education programs or group work for clients, families, carers and professionals as required.

This position offers the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals and contribute to meaningful societal change.

The role is based in-office at Wooloowin 2 days per week, and is an outreach role two days/week, with at least one being in Caboolture, the second in the Sandgate area. Some flexible hours are available by negotiation for wellbeing and work-life balance. 

About you

We are looking for someone with: 

Essential Criteria 

• Tertiary Qualifications in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology, Behavioural Sciences, or other relevant qualifications
• At least 2 years experience in a trauma-informed counselling, preferably with survivors of sexual violence or other crimes, abuse and exploitation or similar.
• Some knowledge of the issues facing people with intellectual disabilities, including systemic barriers faced by people with disabilities and the ability to develop strategies to address these challenges effectively. 
• A valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.
• A current Blue Card (Working with Children Check) or eligibility to obtain one before commencing.

Desirable Criteria

• Knowledge and experience of the criminal justice system and its implications for our clients and other stakeholders.
• Experience in the development, co-ordination and facilitation of community education workshops. 

Next steps

Click Apply Now to submit your application.  

To discuss this role or any difficulties in submitting your application, please contact Gillian O’Brien [email protected] using the subject line: Trauma Counsellor - Brisbane North enquiry via EthicalJobs or by phone 07 32629877. 

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our passion for social justice and empowering individuals to live lives free from violence.

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