Intake Counsellor

About the role

• A chance to make a difference - be part of the movement that is challenging harmful attitudes and behaviours contributing to sexual violence.

• Opportunities to learn, develop and grow – with dedicated professional development

• Collaborative, supportive team environment

The Sexual Assault Support Service (SASS) is a not-for-profit organisation committed to creating a healthy, safe Tasmania free from sexual violence.  SASS services include specialised therapeutic support for survivors of sexual violence and their supporters, as well as primary prevention education and training for organisations, institutions, and communities. Together, we are building a future where respect and safety are at the centre of every Tasmanian community. SASS is currently seeking an Intake Counsellor to join our team to be the first point of contact for clients accessing SASS and Arch. This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of the newly established Arch centre, where you will work collaboratively with service providers to provide timely, coordinated, trauma informed and tailored support to children, young people and adults affected by sexual harm.   We encourage you to apply for this role if you:  

• Are a skilled clinician with a knowledge of, and experience in, a broad range of trauma informed therapies, having worked with people who have experienced trauma

• Have a degree in counselling, psychology, social work or similar with eligibility for membership of the relevant professional association (APS, AASW or PACFA)

• Have a passion for providing trauma-informed support ideally with experience working in crisis response and sexual assault

• Are able to respond to call-outs to coordinate and attend forensic medical examinations at the Royal Hobart Hospital and police statements at the Arch Centre for recent sexual assaults, and support victim survivors through this process

• A current National Police Check and Working with Vulnerable People Card are requirements for all SASS employees 

This position will be permanent part-time, with the hours available from a minimum of 2 days per week, up to 4 days per week (subject to funding). We are interested in understanding applicant’s preferred hours and days of week.  

All SASS employees are entitled to full salary packaging benefits, dedicated professional development budgets and additional leave over the Christmas period.  This position is located at the new SASS and Arch offices in the Hobart CBD.

Applying for the position

Applications must include a CV, and maximum two-page cover letter responding to the Selection Criteria in the position description.  
For a copy of the Position Description (inclusive of Selection Criteria) please download below.
To enquire further about the role, ask questions or discuss any accommodations needed to participate in the recruitment process please contact Sarah Saric on 03 6231 0044 or email Sarah.Saric@sass.org.au (note our offices will be closed between the 23rd December and the 2nd January).
Applications to be submitted via email to hr@sass.org.au by 5pm on the 6th January 2025.