Job Description
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.
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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.
About the Role n
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
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
About You n
You are a skilled, compassionate practitioner who brings sound professional judgement and a strong understanding of trauma-informed practice.




Essential requirements: n
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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Postgraduate qualifications in Psychology or a related field.
Additional Requirements n
NSW Working with Children Check
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National Police Check
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Current NSW Driver Licence
Why Work With Us? n
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 qualified and clinical supervision
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Opportunities for ongoing professional 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.
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Applications close 16 October ****
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📌 Sexual Assault Counsellor (New South Wales)
🏢 Northern Rivers Community Gateway
📍 New South Wales