Counsellor/Advocate (Social Worker/Psychologist) - Bayside Peninsula SECASA

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About the Role

• Discipline: Psychologist or Social Worker
• 0.6 EFT – Maternity leave cover 
• 0.8 EFT – Ongoing role
• Seaford/McCrae/Hastings location

As a Grade 2 Counsellor/Advocate you will provide high quality trauma focussed counselling and therapeutic interventions, driven by frameworks of intersectionality, gender equality, anti-oppression, and a human rights-based approach. This position requires a truly collaborative approach, working with clients, their families and key agencies, within the scope of current legislation and professional guidelines. Key purpose of this role includes:  

• To provide counselling and therapeutic interventions to people who have experienced sexual assault and/or family violence  

• To undertake evidence-based and trauma focussed assessments, case formulation, goal setting, counselling, and crisis response  

• To work collaboratively with the client and key agencies to advocate for, assess and respond to identified risk  

• To contribute to the After-Hours rosters  

About Us 

The South Eastern Centre Against Sexual Assault and Family Violence (SECASA FV) is a specialist sexual assault and family violence service.  As the largest family violence and sexual assault service provider across the South-East Metropolitan Melbourne, the service offers time limited therapeutic interventions and counselling following sexual assault and/or family violence, to victim/survivors and other affected family members.

The SECASA service also has responsibility for the DFFH Southern and Bayside regions.

About You

You are a highly skilled clinician with strong experience supporting individuals affected by sexual assault and family violence, including children. You will bring expertise in trauma-informed care, crisis intervention, and collaborative practice with other professionals to enhance client safety and wellbeing.

You would be described as someone with their clear communication, strong organisational skills, and deep understanding of relevant legislation and ethical standards, demonstrating a strong commitment to continuous professional development.

 You key strengths will include:

• Crisis intervention skills necessary for supporting people who have experienced sexual assault and/or family violence  

• Experience working collaboratively with other professionals and agencies to enhance wellbeing and safety for clients  

• Excellent team work, interpersonal and communication skills, including building trust and rapport with colleagues and external agencies  

• Knowledge of MARAM, FVIS, CIS, and relevant legal/ethical standards

Education & licence requirements include:

Social Work  

• Bachelor of Social Work or Masters Social Work Qualifying OR Master of Social Work, OR equivalent as assessed and approved by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW)
• Eligible for ordinary membership of AASW (http://www.aasw.asn.au/)
• Written evidence of eligibility for AASW membership for overseas qualifications is required.
• Minimum of two years’ experience as a qualified Social Worker 
• Accredited Social Worker and/or Accredited Mental Health Social Worker: As approved by the AASW (Desirable)

Psychology  

• Current general registration as a Psychologist with the Australian Health Professionals Regulation Authority (AHPRA) 
• A minimum of two years’ experience as a generally registered psychologist
• Hold or working toward endorsement in Clinical, Counselling, Educational and Development or Forensic psychology (Desirable) 

In Return

As a valued member of the Monash Health team, you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and career progression, including:

• Salary packaging – increase your take-home pay with generous salary packaging options.
• Professional development – access to ongoing training, education, and leadership opportunities to support your career growth.
• Supportive team environment – work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
• Employee wellbeing – benefit from a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), staff wellbeing initiatives, and a strong focus on work-life balance.
• Career mobility – opportunities to work across Victoria’s largest public health service with a wide range of roles and career pathways.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace – join an organisation that celebrates and embraces diversity and fosters a culture of respect and belonging.

At Monash Health, you’ll be making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities while advancing your career in a leading healthcare organisation.  

For a confidential discussion and to explore the opportunity further, please call Victoria Walls on 0491 203 299.

Supportive Documentation can be found here.

We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles and our five ICare values.

How to Apply

Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’. Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date. 

Applications close: 9 November 2025