Job Description

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Permanent Part-Time 28 Hours/Week

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Enjoy an Additional 2 Weeks of Bonus Leave Over Christmas

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This position is classified under the SCHADS Award at Level 6, with the final level determined based on qualifications, experience and demonstrated competency.

About Community Gateway n

Community Gateway strongly values our employees and the important work they do for the community in delivering emergency relief and welfare services, community connections, health inclusion and community capacity building.

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Established in Lismore nearly 50 years ago, we are firmly embedded in the communities we support. Today we are a QIP accredited organisation, with over 20 programs and services in Lismore, Grafton, and across the Far North Coast.
n We exist to reduce socioeconomic disadvantage by delivering practical help, advocacy and opportunities for people to have a voice in decisions that affect their lives. Our work is shaped by our values of integrity, respect, inclusion and compassion.

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We provide a range of initiatives to develop and recognise our staff, and provide opportunities for regular team building events, and collaborative projects.

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We are seeking a Sexual Assault Counsellor to join our Clinical Services team on a permanent part-time basis, based in Lismore.

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In this specialist role, you will provide free, trauma-informed counselling to:

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Children, adolescents and young adults who have experienced trauma, including sexual abuse

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Children who have displayed concerning or harmful sexual behaviours

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Adults who have experienced childhood sexual abuse

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You will deliver individual counselling and facilitate therapeutic group work,



while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary, values-driven team.

Key Responsibilities n

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Provide evidence-based, trauma-informed counselling and psychotherapy in individual and group settings

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Participate in intake, assessment, triage and waitlist management processes

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Conduct comprehensive client assessments and regularly review client outcomes

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Facilitate therapeutic group programs for children and young people

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Maintain accurate, confidential and timely case notes and client records

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Meet mandatory reporting obligations and manage clinical risk appropriately

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Prepare court reports and respond to subpoenas as required

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Establish and maintain referral pathways and participate in interdisciplinary networks

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Contribute to team meetings, case conferences and organisational supervision

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Provide peer support, in-service training and support clinical supervision programs as requested

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About You n

You are a skilled, compassionate practitioner who brings sound professional judgement and a strong understanding of trauma-informed practice.

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Essential requirements:

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Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, or a related field.

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Demonstrated experience providing counselling and therapeutic group work

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Strong skills in trauma assessment and intervention

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Knowledge of child protection frameworks and therapeutic responses to sexual abuse

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Experience working in culturally sensitive and inclusive ways

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Ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a team environment

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Competency using Microsoft Office and client database systems

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Desirable:

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Postgraduate qualifications in Psychology or a related field.

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Additional Requirements n

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NSW Working with Children Check

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National Police Check

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Current NSW Driver Licence

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Why Work With Us? n

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Meaningful work that creates real impact in the community

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Supportive, values-driven and trauma-informed workplace

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Access to professional and clinical supervision

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Opportunities for ongoing career development

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Flexible, family friendly not-for-profit environment

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Salary packaging benefits available

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Enjoy 2 weeks additional paid bonus leave over Christmas (separate from annual leave)

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Community Gateway is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQSB+ individuals, people living with a disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

How to Apply
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This is a previously advertised position.

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All applicants will be required to submit a Resume and a cover letter addressing each selection Criteria.
n Applications close 16 October 2026

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For any additional information, please contact

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📌 Sexual Assault Counsellor (Lismore)
🏢 Northern Rivers Community Gateway
📍 Lismore