Trauma-Informed Counsellor/Advocate (SW or Psych)

Monash Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Employee wellbeing program

Career mobility

Diverse and inclusive workplace

Job summary

Monash Health is seeking a Counsellor/Advocate (Social Worker or Psychologist) for SECASA in Dandenong. The role provides trauma-focused counselling across the outer south region, collaborating with clients, families, and agencies to support safety and well-being.

The position requires experience with complex trauma, strong crisis intervention skills, and excellent communication. You will join a multidisciplinary team within Monash Health’s SECASA program, contributing to evidence-based care and

Qualifications

• Qualified Social Worker or Psychologist.
• Demonstrated clinical experience with adults who have experienced complex trauma.
• Experience in crisis intervention.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality trauma-focused counselling and therapeutic interventions.
• Conduct evidence-based trauma assessments, case formulation and goal setting.
• Advocate for clients and respond to identified risks with key agencies.
• Contribute to After-Hours rosters.

Skills

Clinical trauma-focused counselling

Crisis intervention

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborating with multidisciplinary/外

Education

Social Worker degree

Psychologist degree

Job description

Monash Health is seeking a Counsellor/Advocate (Social Worker or Psychologist) for SECASA in Dandenong. The role provides trauma-focused counselling across the outer south region, collaborating with clients, families, and agencies to support safety and well-being.

The position requires experience with complex trauma, strong crisis intervention skills, and excellent communication. You will join a multidisciplinary team within Monash Health’s SECASA program, contributing to evidence-based care and