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2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.CASACV is a leading agency in the prevention of sexual violence and the provision of specialist, evidence-based therapeutic services for children, young people and adults across the Loddon region. Services also extend to the support networks of those affected.All services provided by CASACV are free and confidential, and include:Specialist counselling for adults, young people, and children who have experienced sexual assault either recently or in the past as well as for their non-offending parents, partners, families, and friends.24-hour crisis care for recent sexual assault survivors, offering crisis response, support and advocacy.The REFOCUS Program, a family-centred, early intervention therapeutic service for children and young people under 18 who have engaged in problematic or harmful sexualised behaviours (HSB).Sector and community capacity-building through advocacy, secondary consultation, professional training, and community education.At the heart of our work is feminism, which guides our commitment to gender equality and champions the rights of children, young people and adults to live free from sexual violence and harm as a fundamental human right.ABOUT THE ROLEABOUT USCASACV is a leading agency in the prevention of sexual violence and the provision of specialist, evidence-based therapeutic services for children, young people and adults across the Loddon region. Services also extend to the support networks of those affected.All services provided by CASACV are free and confidential, and include:Specialist counselling for adults, young people, and children who have experienced sexual assault either recently or in the past as well as for their non-offending parents, partners, families, and friends.24-hour crisis care for recent sexual assault survivors, offering crisis response, support and advocacy.The REFOCUS Program, a family-centred, early intervention therapeutic service for children and young people under 18 who have engaged in problematic or harmful sexualised behaviours (HSB).Sector and community capacity-building through advocacy, secondary consultation, professional training, and community education.At the heart of our work is feminism, which guides our commitment to gender equality and champions the rights of children, young people and adults to live free from sexual violence and harm as a fundamental human right.ABOUT THE ROLEThis role is responsible for providing specialised, trauma-informed counselling and support to adults and mature teenagers who have experienced sexual assault, either recently or in the past. The role also involves providing support, guidance, and psychoeducation to non-offending caregivers and support networks to promote safety, healing, and recovery. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, the role contributes to holistic, client-centred care through advocacy, case coordination, and collaboration with internal and external stakeholdersThe role of Counsellor Advocate Adults is to:Manage a defined client caseload ensuring high-quality service deliveryConduct client assessments aligned with CASACV frameworks and best practiceDevelop, implement, and regularly review evidence-based therapeutic treatment and counselling plans with clear, measurable goalsAdvocate for clients and represent their needs within broader systems and with other professionalsDeliver crisis responses to people who have been recently sexually assaultedFacilitate and engage in therapeutic group work sessionsAttend outreach or co-location sites as required or rosteredABOUT YOUYou are a dynamic and motivated with a tertiary qualification in social work, psychology, counselling, family therapy, mental health or a related discipline and a minimum of two years of experience in providing therapeutic counselling to adults and mature teenagers and their caregivers, you will be able to demonstrate:Sound understanding of the impacts of sexual assault, family violence, and trauma on adults and mature teenagers and their care giversExperience in developing and reviewing evidence-based therapeutic plans with measurable outcomesProficiency in trauma-informed, evidence-based therapeutic modalitiesSkill in conducting comprehensive client, risk, and safety assessmentsClear and professional written communication skills, including case notes and reportsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage clients in a respectful, empathetic, and culturally safe mannerEffective time management and administrative skills in a fast-paced environmentProven ability to work collaboratively and effectively as part of a multidisciplinary teamSeniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesMental Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Centre Against Sexual Assault Central Victoria by 2xGet notified about new Counselor jobs in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia.EOI - Psychologist, Social Workers & Counsellors (VIC)Graduate Occupational Therapist - Mid-Year Intake - Regional VictoriaOccupational Therapist & Speech PathologistGraduate Occupational Therapist & Speech PathologistLead Oral Health Therapist (Northern Region)Paediatric Occupational Therapist (North)Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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