Domestic and Family Violence Counsellor at UnitingCare Queensland

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

51.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Trauma-Informed Counselling, Case Management, Advocacy, Risk Assessment, Safety Planning, Therapeutic Interventions, Client Records Maintenance, Collaboration, DFV Specialisation, High-Risk Presentations

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Domestic and Family Violence Counsellor | Counselling and Case Management Service | Nundah Employment Term: Part-time (68.4 hours p/f) 5-month maternity leave position, with possibility of extension. Location: Nundah Remuneration: $51 per hour + super + NFP salary packaging Please read this job listing in full, as it contains important information required for your consideration for the role. Make a meaningful difference with UnitingCare Queensland Our Counselling and Case Management Service provides specialist counselling and case management support to women experiencing high-risk domestic and family violence. We are seeking an experienced Domestic and Family Violence Counsellor to deliver trauma-informed therapeutic counselling alongside targeted case management and advocacy. This role supports women who have experienced significant and ongoing trauma and requires a high level of professional judgement, advanced risk assessment capability, and accountability. The position involves: Delivering specialist DFV counselling and therapeutic interventions Undertaking comprehensive and ongoing DFV risk assessments Developing, implementing, and reviewing safety plans Providing short-to-medium term case management and advocacy Maintaining accurate, timely, and legally defensible client records Working collaboratively with internal teams and external specialist services This role is not suitable for applicants seeking entry-level counselling experience or roles without Domestic and Family Violence specialisation. What makes a difference for us? This role will suit you if you: Have direct experience working with women impacted by Domestic and Family Violence Are confident in undertaking complex risk assessments and safety planning independently Are comfortable working with high-risk and high-complexity presentations Understand the legal and service systems relevant to DFV practice Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling from a recognised tertiary institution Queensland Open Drivers Licence Current Working with Children Check (Blue Card or eligibility to obtain) Eligibility for membership with ONE of the following professional bodies: - Australian Association of Social Workers - Australian Psychological Society - Australian Counselling Association - PACFA Member Association GENDER REQUIREMENT Due to the nature of service delivery, female representation is required. This is a genuine occupational requirement under Section 31 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1997 (Qld). APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS This role requires specific experience and qualifications. As such, we can only assess applications that include a resume, cover letter, and responses to each selection criterion. Applications that do not meet these requirements will not be shortlisted. Applicants must provide a written response addressing EACH of the following: 1. Experience delivering specialised counselling and therapeutic support to women impacted by Domestic and Family Violence 2. Understanding of the impacts of Domestic and Family Violence and crisis response in a community-based setting 3. Ability to conduct complex risk assessments and implement safety plans 4. Experience providing case management and high-level advocacy to women with complex needs 5. Knowledge of specialist DFV, legal, health, and community services appropriate for referral 6. Ability to maintain accurate client records, including case notes, assessments, referrals, reviews, and reports What makes a difference for you? Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance NFP Salary Packaging: Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum. To learn more about this benefit watch the video via the following link: Salary Packaging Explained A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others We’d love you to be part of our UnitingCare family Joining our FaDS, team, you’ll also be welcomed as part of the UnitingCare family. The second-largest Queensland employer, we’re a proud not-for-profit with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, and have been leading by example for more than 100 years. Child safe, Child friendly UnitingCare is committed to being a Child Safe, Child Friendly organisation and will: provide welcoming, safe and nurturing services for children implement measures to prevent child abuse and neglect within our services appropriately and immediately address child abuse and neglect if it does occur Diversity & Inclusion Our approach is simple – everybody is welcome here. At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position. Safe workplace We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety. UnitingCare is the second-largest Queensland employer, with more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of UnitingCare, BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital. When you join the UnitingCare family, you are part of something bigger. We are a proud not-for-profit with a compassionate and inclusive team who are committed to the work we do. People who want to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts. For more than 100 years we’ve been inspired by our mission to improve the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and communities. www.unitingcareqld.com.au We’re on a mission to make a meaningful difference every day, working with thousands of Australians to ensure they live life in all its fullness. We want people who are great as individuals, and even better in a team. People who stand up for what is right. Who are open to new ideas. Who champion innovation. Who lead through learning, and lead by example. So, if you’re looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference, to grow, thrive and to be rewarded, it’s time you joined our UnitingCare familiy. UnitingCare - Join us We invite you to Introduce Yourself to assist us in finding a position that aligns with your interests and skills. Let's make a meaningful difference, together. 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Responsibilities

The counsellor will deliver specialist Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) counselling, therapeutic interventions, and comprehensive risk assessments, while also undertaking targeted case management and advocacy for women experiencing high-risk violence. This includes developing and reviewing safety plans and maintaining accurate, legally defensible client records.