Complex Trauma Practitioner

New Chance/0.8 EFT/Fixed Term to June 2027 An opportunity to make a real difference supporting survivors of complex trauma, abuse and exploitation.

We are currently seeking an experienced Complex Trauma Practitioner to join an established community services team, supporting survivors to navigate complex and often challenging experiences.

This is a unique role with a focus on supporting people affected by institutional abuse, including survivors seeking support through the National Redress Scheme (NRS) and people impacted by the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability.

You'll play an important role in providing safe, trauma-informed support, including helping survivors complete their National Redress Scheme applications, providing counselling where this is an outcome of their application, and supporting individuals to access appropriate therapeutic care.

About the role

- 0.8 EFT (4 days per week)
- Fixed-term contract until June 2027, with potential for additional funding
- SCHADS Level 5 - $105,000-$110,000 + super
- Salary packaging available
- Based primarily at the office closest to your home (multiple sites around Melbourne)
- Carlton office attendance required one day per week
- 1 day working from home per week
- Flexible office locations to support a better work-life balance

About you:

- Relevant qualifications (Bachelors) in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology or a related discipline
- Experience working with complex trauma and providing trauma-informed support
- Strong counselling, assessment and therapeutic skills
- Experience supporting survivors of abuse, neglect, exploitation or institutional harm
- Understanding of the National Redress Scheme and/or Royal Commission processes will be highly regarded




- Ability to build safe, trusting relationships with people who may have experienced significant trauma
- A compassionate, person-centred approach with a strong commitment to client safety and choice

Why consider this opportunity? This is a chance to work in a specialised position where you can provide meaningful support to people navigating the impacts of trauma, while being part of a supportive team with flexible working arrangements.

Interested?

I'd love to hear from you!

About Tradewind Australia

Tradewind Australia is a multi-award-winning recruitment agency recognised for outstanding candidate experience across the Social and Community sectors. We partner with leading organisations across Victoria, providing opportunities that align with your skills, values and career goals.

What sets us apart

- Dedicated consultants specialising in Family Services
- Access to exclusive locum and permanent opportunities
- Support throughout the entire recruitment and onboarding process
- Transparent communication and ongoing career development support

How to Apply Click "Apply" to submit your CV.

For more information, please contact our Family Services Team on [03 9081 0562](tel:03 9081 0562)

Commitment to Child Safety, Inclusion and being an equal opportunities employer

Tradewind Australia is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and vulnerable people. We strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.

All successful applicants will undergo reference checks, identity verification and Working with Children Check and further compliance requests pending the organisation's requirements.

📌 Complex Trauma Practitioner (Carlton North)
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