Community Services Counsellor at Cornerstone

Join Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre as a Community Services Counsellor in Coburg. This full-time role focuses on providing essential counselling and advocacy services to women facing gender-based violence.

This permanent position, averaging 35 hours per week, requires a dedicated professional skilled in individual and group counselling. You will conduct assessments, provide immediate crisis support, and coordinate group sessions tailored to women who have experienced trauma. Being part of Cornerstone means adhering to best practices and embracing the agency's mission to offer compassionate support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct preliminary assessments to identify client needs

• Provide immediate crisis intervention and support

• Coordinate groups for women affected by violence

• Facilitate client trips to court and hospitals

• Maintain accurate documentation and service statistics

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of relevant work experience

• Strong understanding of family violence and trauma links

• Knowledge of Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction

• Certification in Basic First Aid and CPR

• Commitment to woman-centered service delivery

Bring your counselling expertise and compassion to support women at Cornerstone in Coburg.
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