ABOUT THE ROLE

The Specialist Harmful Sexual Behaviours (HSB) Program provides a specialist, trauma-safe and culturally safe response to children and young people who are displaying harmful sexual behaviours. The service provides opportunities for healing, support, counselling, and a therapeutic response; working holistically with all those around the child or young person.
The Specialist HSB Program assists children and young people and adults to recover from the harmful impacts of trauma and assists families and communities to support children and young people in the healing process.
The Clinical Coordinator will be responsible for supervision of the Counsellor and Aboriginal Outreach Support Worker position for the Specialist HSB Program.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture and values and an awareness of the current issues faced by Aboriginal children, young people, and their families.
• Knowledge of, and experience in, working with children and young people who have been impacted by trauma, and those who display harmful sexual behaviours.
• A Masters level qualification in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, Aboriginal Studies or a related field with clinical experience is preferred. A combination of a relevant degree/certificate with Cultural knowledge and experience with Aboriginal healing practices will also be considered.
• Demonstrated capacity in working collaboratively within a team, and with internal and external stakeholders, to foster strong working relationships