Senior Counsellor Role
Be part of a national feminist organisation that is dedicated to making a future where gender equality is a reality.
This role is perfect for someone ready to bring their skills to a place where they can truly make a meaningful impact in the lives of women, young women & gender diverse people.
* Location: Darwin | office & remote
* Contract: Full-Time | Ongoing
* Salary: $55.72 to $58.19 an hour + Super
* Benefits: Salary packaging up to $18,550
About Us
For over 140 years we have been working at the forefront of gender equality through our housing, community programs and advocacy.Our five-year plan has a focus on making young women's leadership and women's housing our priority for gender equity in Australia.
About the Team
The Gendered Violence and Family Programs Team provided a vital role in supporting cis, non-binary and gender diverse women and their families impacted by domestic and family violence.Joining our team means becoming part of a passionate group committed to trauma-informed, client-centred care and meaningful social change.
About the Role
We are seeking a talented Senior Counsellor to provide one-on-one and group-based counselling supporting cis, non-binary and gender diverse women domestic and family violence, focused on improving safety and wellbeing.
1. Provide one-on-one and group-based, strength-focused counselling, using evidence-based approaches.
2. In collaboration with the Manager, support and mentor the domestic and family violence team fostering professional growth and wellbeing.
3. Assist in meeting funding and reporting obligations, including data collection, evaluations, and compliance with organisational requirements.
4. Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies to enhance service delivery and collaboration.
5. Lead by example, promoting our values, continuous improvement, and safe, inclusive work practices, including participation in the after-hours on-call roster.
About You
The ideal applicant will have:
* Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, or Counselling, with eligibility for professional membership (e.g., AHPRA, PACFA, AASW, ACA).
* Proven experience in domestic and family violence counselling and leadership roles, with strong knowledge of counselling practices.
* Skilled in mentoring, building capability, and fostering collaborative relationships through clear, tailored communication.
* Demonstrated ability to lead change and a strong commitment to women's rights, social justice, and advocacy.
* Hold or able to hold a valid working with children/vulnerable people check
* Experience in the not-for-profit sector is highly desirable.
What To Expect
Before you start, successful candidates will need to complete the following pre-employment checks:
* National Criminal History Check
* Valid State-Based Working with Children Permit
* Medical Declaration