Independent Non-Executive Director - Voluntary Committee Role Jenny's Place
JENNY’S PLACE, is a leading non‑profit organisation providing safe passage and transformational support to women and children living with Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence, and/or Homelessness.
We have been providing trauma‑led practical support and championing the rights of some of the most uniquely vulnerable people in our community for almost 50 years now, and we have earned the trust and understanding of our community.
We don’t just need our clients to survive, we need them to heal
As we look to the future, we are seeking to recruit a committee member with a clinical psychology background, who can support our vision to strengthen the Early Intervention and Recovery programmes at Jenny’s Place.
Our Vision is to become the most credible and respected innovator in the domestic, family violence and homelessness service sector, and to lead the way in shaping early intervention and recovery. We aim to succeed by engaging the whole of society to help solve the problems of intergenerational violence in our community.
The Role
Help Shape the Jenny’s Place Centre for Change, and Centre for Learning.
Provide trauma‑led, clinical expertise and strategic leadership and guidance to the CEO, the Committee and the wider organisation.
Collaborate with fellow Committee members to develop and oversee Jenny’s Place’s strategic plan and monitor key milestones.
Support the CEO and Committee to deliver optimal NFP and Sector Governance standards.
Actively participate in bi‑monthly Committee meetings.
Advocate for Jenny’s Place vision and initiatives within your network.
Support fundraising efforts and community engagement activities.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Psychology.
Master of Psychology (Clinical).
Ideally currently registered with AHPRA‑PBA Registered Psychologist.
A minimum of 5 years working as a registered Psychologist.
Experience in the DFSV trauma and counselling space.
Join a visionary team looking to bring about whole system change.
Collaborate with a diverse group of professionals and thought leaders.
Enhance your leadership skills and expand your professional network.
Play a key role in shaping the future of early intervention and mental health recovery support for domestic, family and sexual violence victims.
How to apply
If you are interested in this rare opportunity, please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications to Management@Jennysplace.org.
Jenny’s Place encourages diversity and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Application Questions
Your application will include the following questions:
* Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
* How many years' experience do you have as a Non‑executive Director?
* Have you completed a qualification in psychology?
* Are you currently registered as a psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)?
* Which of the following risk assessment techniques are you familiar with?
* Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
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