Counsellor

Our Centre for Women’s, Children’s and Family Health in Campbelltown supports women and families particularly those affected by domestic violence, to make positive, safe and informed choices. We use a trauma informed, strengths based approach and integrated, wrap around service model.About the role:As a Counsellor in our Intake and Domestic Violence Crisis Intervention Team, you will be the first point of contact for women contacting the Centre. You will provide crisis counselling and support services including, information, advocacy and referral as well as intake assessments for all Centre services. We use a trauma informed, person-centred approach to support women to healing from domestic violence, sexual assault, grief and loss and other women’s health issues.Terms: Ongoing Part Time (0.8FTE) role based in Campbelltown, NSW                Some of the benefits we offerWe set you up for success with a buddy, structured orientation & mobile toolsWe celebrate the best live moments; the small acts that make a difference within our teams and with our clientsPurchase additional leaveSalary packaging, meals and entertainment card and discount program availableNovated leases & pool cars availableThe Benevolent Society considers being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification for this position under s. 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW)What you need to succeed?You will have a relevant tertiary (degree) qualification in social work, psychology or similar and:Experience working with women affected by trauma, domestic violence, mental health or other forms of adversity ideally in a crisis counselling capacity (By phone and /or face to face)Ability to quickly and effectively evaluate the needs of a client who may be in crisis and identify potential referrals that may meet their needsA clear understanding of child protection issues and mandatory reporting responsibilitiesExcellent time management and organising skills to balance competing demandsAbility to provide outstanding service to our clients in a positive, respectful and culturally sensitive way and the flexibility to work across teams using a holistic approachYou will have at least 3 years counselling experience.Excellent time management and organisation skills to balance competing demandsExcellent client record keeping skills using an electronic database.Interested? Apply online today!Call Brenda on  02 46333777 to discuss the role in more detail. Counsellor 35 AUD Australia - NSW Sydney Parramatta & Western Suburbs Campbelltown 2560