SCHADS Level 6.1 to 6.3 (depending on experience)MondayOctober 2024Laurel House is seeking an experienced and committed counselling professional to join the Laurel House Therapeutic Services team in Launceston, supporting services across North and North West Tasmania.
This is a fixed-term, part-time position (minimum 0.6FTE) available from November 2024 to November 2026, funded through the 500 Workers Initiative Grant.Our counsellors provide specialist clinical, support, and advocacy services to victim-survivors of sexual assault, their non-offending family members, and support systems.
They may also participate in outreach services and educational program delivery.Our counsellors have access to internal and external supervision, generous professional development budgets, and the support of our highly skilled team.Does this sound like you?Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in counselling, social work, psychology, or an equivalent qualification, or occupational therapy with mental health accreditation.Knowledge of the impacts and dynamics of sexual assault and experience in trauma-informed counselling.Experience working with and counselling adults, young people, and/or children impacted by sexual assault and violence.Experience in crisis intervention, including effective intervention, prioritisation, and crisis management skills.A commitment to inclusive practice and the ability to meet diverse client needs.Ability to quickly learn Tasmanian legislation and policies related to sexual assault, child protection, and family violence.Commitment to maintaining a child and youth safe organisation and promoting the rights of children and young people.What are the benefits?As a valued team member, you will be supported in your role.
We offer:A challenging and rewarding role working alongside victim-survivors of sexual assault.Flexible working conditions.Competitive salary and packaging options.Opportunities to develop skills and knowledge through a generous training budget and regular professional supervision (internal and paid external).As a Public Benevolent Institution, Laurel House employees receive tax-effective salary packaging opportunities, including $15,899 annually tax-free, increasing your take-home pay.Laurel House's commitment to diversityWe value the expertise, lived experience, and cultural wisdom of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQA+ communities, migrants, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, people with disabilities, and those who have experienced sexual and family violence.
Applicants from these groups are strongly encouraged to apply, as are those with parenting or caring responsibilities.Child and Youth Safety StatementLaurel House is a Child and Youth Safe Organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse.
We have systems in place to protect children and young people and respond seriously to concerns and allegations.
We are committed to promoting cultural safety and ensuring the diverse needs of children and young people are met.This role involves leading the development, delivery, expansion, and evaluation of group-based and peer support programs for victim-survivors.
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