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Join a respected community organisation in Southeast Victoria dedicated to empowering individuals and families affected by trauma and family violence. This is a meaningful opportunity for a passionate Senior Counsellor or Psychologist to deliver trauma-informed care, lead therapeutic interventions, and make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable people. This full-time position offers flexibility, professional growth, and the chance to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team committed to trauma recovery and community wellbeing.

What You’ll Be Doing?

As a key member of the Family Violence, Homelessness and Therapeutic Services Team, you will:

• Deliver holistic, trauma-informed counselling to adults, children, and young people.

• Conduct clinical assessments, treatment planning, and evidence-based interventions that promote healing and resilience.

• Collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary team of Counsellors, Family Violence Practitioners, and Homelessness Practitioners.

• Support clients in developing coping strategies, self-esteem, and long-term wellbeing.

• Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive therapeutic environment.

What you’ll bring?

• A Bachelor degree (or higher) in Psychology, Counselling, or Social Work.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience providing counselling within family violence, trauma, or related settings.

• Strong understanding of the impacts of trauma and family violence on adults and children.

• Proficiency in clinical assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic intervention delivery.

• Familiarity with MARAMIS and FVISS/CISS frameworks (advantageous).

• Excellent communication, empathy, and documentation skills.

• Current Victorian Driver’s Licence, full working rights in Australia, and willingness to complete pre-employment checks (NDIS, Police, WWCC, Medical).

What’s on Offer?

• Flexible working arrangements – office, home, or hybrid. 
• Salary packaging up to $15,900 + $2,650 meals/entertainment benefits.
• Above-award leave entitlements, including 17.5% annual leave loading and gifted leave over Christmas.
• 6 weeks paid parental leave (in addition to PLP).
• Rostered Days Off and 9-day fortnight options.
• Funded professional development, study leave, and opportunities for leadership growth.
• Access to staff discount programs and fleet vehicles.
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Apply Now

If you’re passionate about trauma-informed care and ready to take the next step in your counselling or psychology career, we’d love to hear from you.