Child and Youth Counsellor
Job No:
118047
Location:
Cairns, QLD
- Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people affected by domestic violence
- Join a supportive team of professionals who are passionate about ending violence in the community
- Attractive remuneration circa $81,910 - $86,096 (pro-rata) plus super!
About the Organisation
Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service Inc. (CRDVS) is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to using its specialist knowledge and skills to prevent domestic and family violence in the community and to empower those affected by it.
Established in 1987, CRDVS has grown from a small team of volunteers to become one of the first four Regional Domestic Violence Services to receive funding from the Queensland government in 1992. Lead by a Board and with 25 staff, the organisation provides a free, confidential and highly professional service for family members who have experienced, or are currently experiencing, domestic and family violence.
The service is staffed by a close-knit team of qualified professionals with experience in adult and child counselling, court support and training. Their vision is clear, and at the heart of everything they do:
"Making a difference – bringing domestic and family violence to an end"
About the Opportunity
Cairns Regional Domestic Violence Service Inc. (CRDVS) currently has a rewarding part-time (9 day fortnight) opportunity for a Child and Youth Counsellor to join their As Kids See It program team on a 6 month maternity contract, with the possibility of a 6 month extension.
Reporting to the Senior Practitioner, you will be responsible for providing quality counselling and associated services to children and youths who have experienced domestic violence, in order to reduce the impact and trauma of domestic violence.
More specifically, your duties will include:
- Developing and providing appropriate, specialised face to face counselling, group work and crisis support for children and young people who have been affected by domestic violence;
- Working flexibly with a variety of modalities including trauma-informed practice, appropriate to counselling children and young people who have experienced or witnessed domestic violence as their individual needs and learning styles dictate;
- Advocating for clients, developing and maintaining links and networks with other organisations to provide effective services and improve coordination of appropriate responses to domestic and family violence;
- Providing phone and face to face crisis support, advocacy, information, and referral to people experiencing domestic and family violence;
- Supporting the carers of child who have witnessed domestic violence, both individually and in group settings; and
- Preparing and maintaining accurate, confidential records of client work including case management plans, reports and assessments.
About You
The ideal candidate will hold a relevant tertiary qualification in the social or behavioural sciences (e.g. Psychology, Social Work, Art Therapy, Counselling) or a related discipline and will have demonstrated experience in providing counselling interventions and support to children and young people.
You will also have an in-depth knowledge, analysis and understanding of domestic violence and its effects on women, children and adolescents, as well as other issues affecting child welfare such as child abuse and neglect.
Candidates will need to have demonstrated experience of and high level of skills in counselling interventions and an ability to articulate a number of theoretical frameworks including Trauma Informed Practice.
Due to the nature of this role you will need to be resilient, with good coping mechanisms, and a genuine passion for adressing and reducing domestic violence in the community . Also required are computer literacy skills, including Microsoft Office applications.
All applicants must hold (or obtain) a Working With Children Card and a formal police criminal history check.
People from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, as well as Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, are encouraged to apply!
About the Benefits
This is a rewarding opportunity to join a supportive and flexible workplace, with a team of professionals that is passionately devoted to ending domestic violence in the community.
In return, you will be rewarded with an attractive salary circa $81,910 - $86,096 (pro-rata) plus super. You'll also enjoy an excellent work/life balance!
If you are looking for a challenging yet meaningful and personally satisfying role, this is it. CRDVS is proud of its close-knit team culture and low staff turnover, indicative of not just how personally rewarding their work is, but also the high level of support that staff enjoy.
On top of a comprehensive induction to the organisation's services and management, employees are encouraged to continue their professional development, with training, conferences and other career advancement opportunities available. You will also receive regular in-house and external professional supervision.
This is your chance to help empower children and young people who have experienced domestic violence. Make a genuine difference - Apply Now.