Sexual Assault Counsellor

What you will bring to the role

1. This position is identified for female Aboriginal applicants: This is an identified Aboriginal Position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality in addition to addressing the Selection Criteria. Being female is recognized as a genuine occupation qualification for this position and is authorized under section 31(2h) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
2. Applicants must hold one of the below eligible qualifications: a) Degree in Social Work from an accredited course providing eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers, or b) Psychology: General registration with the Psychology Board of Australia and, for Senior Psychologist, a current Senior Psychologist or eligible for Senior Psychologist grading (with no less than 12 months service at the 9th year of service and thereafter rate) and, for Clinical Psychologist, an accredited Masters or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology c) Counselling qualification with ACA L3-4 registration (Australian Counselling Association) or PACFA Clinical Registrant status (Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia); d) Sydney University's Aboriginal Qualification Pathway - Graduate Certificate in Human and Community Services (Interpersonal Trauma)
3. Experience providing culturally appropriate trauma focused therapeutic supports for Aboriginal individuals and families in regards to sensitive issues
4. Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Demonstrated ability to create Aboriginal community connections, engagement, and collaborations
6. Demonstrated understanding of the intersection between issues of intergenerational trauma, colonisation, sexual assault, domestic violence and child protection
7. Demonstrated ability to work as part of a therapeutic team and to manage competing tasks in a busy service
8. Current NSW Drivers Licence and ability to attend Nepean Hospital within 1 hour to participate in the 24/7 crisis on-call service

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For role related queries or questions contact Helen Levingston on Helen.Levingston@health.nsw.gov.au