Aboriginal Counsellor, Domestic Family Violence and sexual Assault Service - Identified Position

Warilla & Dapto Community Health Centres | $74,742 - $142,133 per annum + super + salary packaging | Permanent Full Time 38 hpw | REQ483864 | Further incentives offered
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Together, we can do more.
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Do you have counselling skills and are someone who likes to take innovative approaches to complex situations? Are you passionate about supporting people throughout their healing journey?
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Then you could be the perfect person to join the ISLHD Domestic Family Violence and Sexual Assault Service (DFVSAS) located on the lands of the Dharawal and Yuin nations.

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We are looking for a person who:

• Has a degree in social work, with a minimum of three years,’ or psychology and full AHPRA registration
• Has experience working with adults, young people and children with complex trauma
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the key health issues that impact Aboriginal people and communities
• Has the ability to provide cultural supervision, and education

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This is a wonderful opportunity for a social worker/psychologist to join the busy and dynamic DFVSAS team. This position is part of a team of counsellors, providing assessments, crisis and ongoing counselling to adults who have experienced domestic violence, and children and adults who have experienced sexual assault.

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Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.

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From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.

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ISLHD operate eight hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney is close by.

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The role is based at Warilla Community Health Centre and Dapto Community Health Centre. A current, unrestricted NSW driver’s licence with the ability to travel to multiple locations is required.

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Looking for more than just a salary?

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Besides your salary, you’ll also have access to:

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• Salary packaging – less tax and more take-home pay
• Novated leasing – lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
• Allocated Days Off (ADO) – once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
• Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees) 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
• Access to Clinical Supervision to facilitate in-depth reflection on clinical practice in a supportive environment
• Access to cultural mentoring and support
• Training and education opportunities
• Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
• Ongoing support from an experienced team

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Apply now by addressing the below selection criteria and submitting an up-to-date resume and cover letter (no more than 1-2 pages).

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Selection Criteria

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1. Describe your therapeutic counselling skills for working with adults, young people and children, who have experienced trauma (sexual assault/domestic violence). Please provide examples.
2. Have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and the ability to effectively work with Aboriginal people / communities. 

Need more information or help applying?

• View the Position Description
• Visit the ISLHD website
• Learn more about ISLHD’s commitment to equal employment opportunity and other important information
• Follow us on social media: Facebook, YouTube, Twitter
• For role-related queries, contact Rebecca Radovanovic at rebecca.radovanovic@health.nsw.gov.au
• For confidential, culturally-specific information, contact Jannice Luland at jannice.luland@health.nsw.gov.au

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This position is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants only in accordance with Clause 26 of the Government Sector Employment Rules 2014, applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality in addition to addressing the selection criterion. 
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Applications close: 21 May 2024