ABOUT YWCA AUSTRALIA
We are a proudly feminist not-for-profit organisation and for over 140 years we have been working at the forefront of gender equality through our housing, community programs and advocacy. Over the years we’ve made significant progress for gender equality as we’ve gone through a number of evolutions, adapting to the ever-changing issues impacting women, young and old. We have evolved again and are transforming the way we operate. Our new 5-year strategy, the YWCA Evolve Strategy (YeS 2026), has recently been launched with a focus on making young women’s leadership and women’s housing our priority for gender equity in Australia. This will ensure we continue to deliver measurable and meaningful impact towards a future where gender equality is a reality.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
YWCA Australia is currently seeking a dedicated Domestic and Family Violence Counsellor to join our Domestic and Families Programs in our Malak office. This is a part time (60.8 hours per fortnight) basis on a maximum term contract ending on 30 June 2023, with a possibility of an extension pending funding.
The role is responsible for:
- Providing one-on-one and group based counselling support
- Develop and facilitate therapeutic intervention groups/activities
- Utilise best practice approaches to counselling and trauma recovery
ABOUT YOU
The ideal applicant will have:
- Relevant qualification in Psychology, Social Work or Counselling.
- Membership or eligibility for membership with a governing body such as PACFA, AASW or ACA.
- Thorough understanding and application of counselling theories and practices.
This position will require the applicant to satisfactorily meet our pre-employment requirements. This includes:
- Completion of a national criminal history check
- A valid relevant state-based working with children permit.
- Proof of Covid-19 Vaccination, which includes Government recommended boosters.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At YWCA Australia we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If this role speaks to you but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway.
Join our bold, inclusive and innovative team to make a real difference – lead the change.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 19 September 2022
(Please note applications will be reviewed as they are received)