Trauma-Informed Therapeutic Worker for Aboriginal Women

Njernda Aboriginal Corporation; Echuca; On-site; AUD 53,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Professional development

Regional lifestyle

Job summary

Njernda Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Female Therapeutic Worker to deliver culturally safe, trauma-aware therapies for Aboriginal women affected by family violence in Echuca, VIC. This part-time, 12-month fixed term role is identified for female applicants and requires a degree or diploma in Community Services with a focus on Aboriginal communities.

The role reports to the Family Safety Coordinator and involves collaboration with internal and external services, risk assessment, and

Qualifications

• This is an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified position; respond to criteria accordingly.
• Degree or Diploma in Community Services or related discipline required; willingness to study further.
• Specialist family violence qualifications or professional development preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a similar role or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of Aboriginal communities and family violence systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver culturally safe, trauma-aware therapeutic services to Aboriginal women affected by family violence.
• Provide individual and group therapeutic interventions promoting healing and safety.
• Conduct risk assessment, safety planning and risk management for women and children.
• Collaborate with Family Services to plan and review client goals and case plans.
• Provide secondary consultation and support to staff working with families.

Skills

Empathy and client-centred care

Trauma-informed practice

Culturally safe practice

Communication skills

Group facilitation

Education

Degree or Diploma in Community Services

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Njernda Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a Female Therapeutic Worker to deliver culturally safe, trauma-aware therapies for Aboriginal women affected by family violence in Echuca, VIC. This part-time, 12-month fixed term role is identified for female applicants and requires a degree or diploma in Community Services with a focus on Aboriginal communities.

The role reports to the Family Safety Coordinator and involves collaboration with internal and external services, risk assessment, and