Family Violence Counsellor in Hobart

Hobart Full-Time 81614 - 117074 $ / year (est.) On-site

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At a Glance

Tasks: Help children and young people heal from family violence through therapeutic counselling.
Company: Department of Health Tasmania, committed to community well-being.
Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, fitness access, and generous leave entitlements.
Other info: Join a supportive team that values diversity and offers career growth opportunities.
Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children while enjoying Tasmania's stunning lifestyle.
Qualifications: Allied health qualification and experience in family violence trauma required.

The predicted salary is between 81614 - 117074 $ per year.

The Family Violence Counselling and Support Service (FVCSS) offers specialised counselling and support to assist adults, children and young people who have experienced family violence. This service is part of the Safe at Home service system, with a strong focus on the safety and well-being of victim survivors of family violence.

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. This will include a range of developmental and age-appropriate techniques and tools within a counselling/therapeutic setting. Contribute to and participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of group programs. Provide information and support, referral and advice to clients and other service providers.

You will need:

Demonstrated knowledge, understanding and practice experience of family violence trauma and its impact on the developmental needs of children and young people, together with the ability to assess complex dynamics and risk and safety assessments within a specialist family violence framework.
Demonstrated ability to work therapeutically with children and young people who have complex needs, including the ability to work effectively with family members and other service providers in a complex care context.
Demonstrated ability to exercise professional judgment and initiative, work with general supervision and seek guidance as appropriate.

Details of appointment:

Fixed term full-time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 10 September 2027.
Salary $81,614 to $117,074 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary Packaging: You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 + $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year + other benefits if eligible.
Professional Development Allowance of up to $1200 per annum, paid on a fortnightly, pro rata basis.

Benefits available to eligible candidates:

Professional development and accelerated pathways.
A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

Eligibility:

Satisfactory completion of an approved allied health professional tertiary qualification/program of study and registered with the relevant National Board or in the case of self-regulated allied health professions with either full membership or eligible for membership with the relevant professional association.
Current Working with Children Registration.
Current Driver’s Licence (desirable).

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.