Toora Womem Inc is a not-for-profit organisation which has been delivering gender specific services to women in the ACT and surrounds since ****.
Our mission is to be the leading organisation in the ACT providing safe, respectful support for all women who are impacted by domestic and family violence, homelessness, the criminal justice system and/or alcohol and drug dependency.About You :ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCETertiary qualifications and current registrations in Social Work, Psychology or Counselling equivalent;Minimum 3 years counselling experience working with complex traumaPossess a valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People registration and a satisfactory National Police Check.Possess a current driver's license and be willing to drive.Position Summary :domestic, family and sexual violencemental health issuesdrug or alcohol dependencyhomelessness or needing support to stay out of the homelessness systemtime in ACT Corrections.abuse and neglectOur current domestic violence, homelessness and AOD health treatment programs range across a variety of settings, such as; crisis, transitional and head tenancy accommodation, day programs, counselling and outreach support.This allows Toora to provide wrap-around trauma-informed care within an integrated service system.
We deliver these complex services within a human rights and gendered framework.The counsellor is bound by a code of ethics,



good practice and confidentiality and is required to attend regular clinical supervision and an ongoing program of continual professional development.Key Requirements :Counselling and case management skillsMinimum 3 years counselling experience working with traumatised populations.Understanding of AOD, sexual assault, domestic violence and issues of cultural differenceNetwork and community liaison skillsCommunication and report writing skillsDemonstrated ability to incorporate gendered perspective within counselling frameworks.Proficient computer skills including the use of Microsoft office applicationsAbility to work as part of a teamJob Responsibility :KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND CAPABILITIESCounselling and case management skillsNetwork and community liaison skillsGroup work skills, and ability to lead or facilitate group therapy sessionsCommunication and report writing skillsDemonstrated ability to incorporate gendered perspective within counselling frameworks.Ability to work as part of a team and to build strong relationships with colleagues and clientsAbility to work during the week and SaturdaysHigh levels of personal integrity and committed to living our organisational values everydayProficient computer skills including the use of Microsoft office applicationsJob Functions :Community developmentJob Perks :5 Weeks Annual Leave per yearSpecific Enterprise agreement with above award benefitsSalary packaging benefitsSelling Point :Toora is looking to expand its clinical services team, and are searching for passionate counsellors to work in a small clinical team to support Women and their children who may be experiencing past or present trauma
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📌 Counsellor (Canberra)
🏢 Toora Women
📍 Canberra