Job description
About us
No to Violence is Australia’s peak body for individuals and organisations that work with men that use violence. We provide training, sector development and advocacy across the sector. We operate the Men’s Referral Service, providing a counselling service and referral pathways directly to men who use violence. As a pro-feminist organisation, women and children are at the centre of what we do – by ending men’s use of family violence, families, individuals, and communities are safer.
We have strong values of Change, Leadership, Gender Equity and Accountability.
About the role
Our counsellors have the opportunity to work in one or more of our programs including Men’s referral service, Brief intervention Service and Men’s accommodation and counselling service.
You would be responsible for engaging with clients, providing professional one-on-one telephone (in-bound and out-bound) and on-line counselling advisory and support services in a single and multi session format.
The position requires an understanding of Family Violence legislation, risk management and reforms. Counsellors should also have experience in conducting risk assessment and safety planning in accordance with protocols, procedures, and clinical governance frameworks.
We have opportunities available in all Australian states and territories for permanent full time, permanent part time and casual roles across a 24/7 roster and you will be asked which role you are applying for in the application process.
To be successful in the role, you will have:
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work or equivalent and experience in the family violence sector or closely related field.
- Specialist knowledge and skills, including intake and risk assessment within family violence.
- A demonstrated understanding of the social and gendered context of family violence and the impact of violence on women and children.
- Competent understanding of legislation, risk management and reforms pertaining to the family violence sector.
- Experience in the delivery of counselling or case management services either face to face or over the telephone.
- Experience in assessing and responding to clinical risk.
What we offer
We provide a positive work culture and a diverse and inclusive environment. Our people matter to us, and we are committed to supporting them and their wellbeing including 24/7 acess to EAP for you and your family . We also play an active role in the professional development of our staff.
Permanent staff will also have access to:
- Salary Packaging – tax free salary benefits of up to $15,900 per year plus up to $2,650 per year for entertainment benefits
- Addition leave including bonus leave, career break and paid parental leave.
- Purchased leave options available.
- Generous paid study leave.
- Portable Long Service Leave.
How to apply
To apply please submit an up-to-date resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled.
Any questions please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Men’s Family Violence Counsellor – Australia Wide / Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs.
NTV values diversity and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of colour. We value people of all abilities and diversity of culture, faith, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome unique contributions and perspectives of all people to ensure our workforce is representative of the communities we work with and live in. As part of our commitment, we are a Rainbow Tick accredited organisation.