Overview
Join to apply for the Counsellor Advocate role at Foundation House Victoria (VFST Inc.).
2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants.
Ongoing, part-time position (0.8 EFT) with a values-based organisation.
Based in our Sunshine office, parking onsite, close to PT.
We are values driven and are committed to improving the life outcomes of refugees and asylum seekers.
Salary: $106k - $111k plus superannuation (pro-rata to 0.8 EFT).
Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550, plus novated car leasing options.
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments with individuals and families to develop clear formulations and client-centred therapeutic goals.
Provide developmentally appropriate trauma-informed and trauma-focused counselling and therapeutic interventions using a range of evidence-based modalities.
Provide psychoeducation in individual, family and group settings.
Identify critical issues clients experience that are affecting their sense of wellbeing, mental health and safety, and develop strategies for responding to those issues.
Make referrals and undertake advocacy with relevant health, community, education, legal services and government agencies.
Work with people from many cultural and religious backgrounds, sexual orientations and gender identities.
Qualifications
Relevant tertiary qualifications in psychology, social work, counselling or other related discipline.
Demonstrated experience and expertise in counselling, preferably in a similar trauma recovery context or another area of trauma-focused service provision.
Demonstrated experience conducting psychosocial assessments and risk assessments of adults and families.
Ability to write high-quality professional psychosocial reports for a variety of key stakeholders, including legal and government bodies.
Good understanding of how to negotiate and advocate with multiple service systems in Victoria to support the needs of clients and their families.
Previous experience working with asylum-seeker clients would be highly advantageous.
Benefits
In return you will be rewarded with an attractive remuneration package, ranging between $106k and $111k plus superannuation (based on experience and pro-rata to 0.8 EFT).
Other benefits include:
Salary packaging benefits up to $18,550.
Novated car leasing options.
A welcoming, highly diverse and supportive team environment.
Excellent training and professional development.
Generous leave provisions with option to purchase additional leave.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for both staff and family members.
How to Apply
Upload your CV and a cover letter (maximum one to two pages) outlining why you are suitable for this role and how you meet the selection criteria as described above.
Refer to the position description on our website for detailed information about the role and for more information about our hiring process, please refer to our careers with us page.
Applications are due to close 7th of July.
Applications will be considered as they are received and may close early.
For enquiries please contact our HR Team via email or phone.
Email:
Phone: [phone number]
Hiring is subject to satisfactory Police Check, current Working with Children Check, and proof of the right to work and live in Australia.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Foundation House is an inclusive employer, an equal opportunity employer; we foster a work environment that is inclusive and diverse.
Foundation House is a Child Safe organisation committed to promoting and protecting the interests and safety of children.
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