Job Description The Crisis Intervention Specialist role provides timely and effective crisis intervention to individuals who have been sexually assaulted within the past two weeks. They will also provide relevant information, advocacy, and trauma-informed face-to-face crisis response. * Initial Response: Crisis intervention and support for individuals who have experienced sexual assault * Providing relevant information to assist clients in making informed decisions * Advocacy on behalf of clients as appropriate * Trauma-Informed Response: Trauma-informed face-to-face crisis response for individuals who have experienced family violence and their children Key Responsibilities * Working with clients, referrers, and the community to coordinate responses and interventions * Assessing client eligibility and prioritizing referrals and short/medium-term therapeutic interventions * Conducting initial risk assessments and ongoing risk management using the MARAM framework * Developing and implementing individualized plans to address client needs and promote safety and stability Requirements * Holder of a degree-level qualification or equivalent certification in social welfare, counselling, social work, or a related field * A minimum of 2 years' recent experience working with children, young people, and adults in a therapeutic setting * Knowledge of trauma, attachment, neurobiology, feminist theory, and practical application of principles of social inclusion Selection Criteria 1. Holder of a degree level qualification or equivalent certification from a nationally accredited provider in the area of social welfare, counselling, social work, family therapy, psychology, creative arts therapies, or community mental health nursing 2. A minimum of 2 years recent counselling experience working with children, young people, and adults within a therapeutic setting, providing short to medium term trauma informed intervention 3. Knowledge related to the incidence and impact of sexual assault, as well as an understanding of the dynamics that support the occurrence of sexual assault, including feminist empowerment philosophy and social inclusion theory 4. Well-developed organisational skills including time management and ability to multi-task, broad computer/IT skills, high level communication skills using data systems that support client management and record keeping 5. Knowledge of the legislative requirements governing the collection and storage of personal information; client confidentiality and the protection of children/young people through mandatory reporting 6. Demonstrated experience in Assessment and ability to respond to client needs and distress as first entry point to service