Family Violence Counsellor - Children and Young Person's Program (515202) Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
CMHW - Tasmanian Health Services
Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 08 January, 2025 11:55 PM
Award/Classification: Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement, Allied Health Professional, Level 1-2
$71,441 to $107,878 per annum
Employment type: Part Time
Region: North West
Location: Family Violence Service NW
The Department of Health is seeking a Family Violence Counsellor for the Children and Young Persons Program to join the Family Violence Service NW Team.
The role:
Assist children and young people to recover from their experience of family violence trauma through the delivery of evidence-based and family violence trauma-informed therapeutic counselling and support, using a range of developmental and age-appropriate techniques and tools. Contribute to and participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of group programs. Provide information, support, referral, and advice to clients and other service providers. Assess and monitor the ongoing needs of the children and young people accessing the service in relation to safety and stability in the context of family violence. Identify, develop, provide, or purchase the services required to meet the needs of children and families and support the child's care team, parents/carers, and other professionals as necessary. The Team:
The Department of Health is seeking a Family Violence Counsellor to join the Family Violence Counselling and Support Services - Child and Young Person Program (CHYPP). Join a passionate, dynamic, and supportive team in providing counselling and support to children, young people, and their families who have experienced family violence.
Details of Appointment: Allied Health Professional, Level 1-2
Permanent, part-time, day worker position working 60.8 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. *Notwithstanding, hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Salary: $71,441 to $107,878 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
You'll have access to salary packaging and a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:
Satisfactory completion of an approved allied health professional tertiary qualification/program of study and registration with the relevant National Board or, in the case of self-regulated allied health professions, full membership or eligibility for membership with the relevant professional association. Current Working with Children Registration. Desirable criteria:
Current Driver's Licence. The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job must satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion, or transfer. The following checks will be conducted:
Conviction checks in the following areas: Crimes of violence Sex-related offences Serious drug offences Crimes involving dishonesty Disciplinary action in previous employment check. How to Apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.
Please note:
We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria. All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. Referee details are submitted as part of the online application, so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying. The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers, shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values, and perspectives.
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