Salary: $110,110 - $114,984 + Super + Salary Packaging
Part‐Time (0.8FTE) Sexual Abuse Therapist
We are excited to welcome a part-time (0.8FTE) Sexual Abuse Therapist to our Carins Sexual Abuse Counselling Service team! In this specialist therapeutic role, you'll provide trauma‐informed, culturally safe support that helps young people heal, build safety, and strengthen family connections. Working closely with caregivers, schools, and key stakeholders, you'll play a critical role in early intervention and prevention; supporting safer futures for children, families, and the wider community.
* Level 6 SCHCADS Award.
* Salary range: $110,110 - $114,984 + Superannuation.
* Part‐time [0.8FTE], Government funded contract opportunity until 30 June 2028 with possible extension.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver impactful therapeutic support: Provide trauma‐informed assessment and counselling to children and young people experiencing or displaying harmful sexual behaviours.
* Promote safety and prevention: Develop safety plans, deliver protective behaviour education, and work closely with families to reduce risk and strengthen protective networks.
* Support whole‐of‐family outcomes: Build strong, collaborative relationships with caregivers, schools, and stakeholders to improve wellbeing and long‐term outcomes.
* Grow your expertise in a specialist space: Participate in supervision, case discussions, and ongoing development while contributing to a high‐quality, evidence‐based service.
* Hold a relevant tertiary qualification (allied health, social work, human services) with professional registration (if required) and, a membership in a professional association (desirable).
* At least two (2) years' experience working with children, young people and their families in similar therapeutic roles.
* Eligibility to work in Australia (proof of eligibility required), including holding or obtaining required checks (Working with Children Check or professional exemption).
About Act for Kids
Act for Kids is a for‐purpose organisation that delivers evidence‐based support services to children and families who have experienced or are at risk of harm. Our teams are at the heart of everything we do, and we are united by a single purpose to help keep kids safe, heal from trauma and lead happy lives and thrive.
You will have access to:
* Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + an additional $2,650 for meals/entertainment.
* Extra leave, including wellbeing days, study, exam, and pet leave.
* Fitness Passport including discounted fitness memberships to a range of facilities for you and your family.
* Access to our Employee Assistance Program including 24/7 counselling and wellbeing portals.
* Ongoing professional development through our annual PD fund and structured support.
* Flexible work arrangements and a team that truly values what you bring.
Values
Make a difference every day in a values‐led organisation. We're more than just a workplace—we're a community built on shared values: Professional, Ethical, Caring, Courageous, and Collaborative. We're proud to be recognised for our commitment to inclusion as Inclusive Employer 2023–24 and 2025–26 by the Diversity Council Australia.
EEO Statement
We encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all backgrounds and identities.
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