Therapeutic Specialists – Children and Families

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

• Develop your passion for trauma-informed support in a collaborative, supportive, team environment

• Full salary packaging and enhanced leave benefits

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.

As we further develop and expand our services, we have positions available for experienced Therapeutic Specialists to:

• Deliver trauma-informed therapeutic interventions to children, young people and their families.

• Manage a caseload of clients, supporting their recovery journey.

• Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure the highest quality of care.

• Passionately advocate for child safety, supported by the Child and Youth Safe Standards Framework.

• Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure comprehensive support for clients.

• Engage in regular individual and group supervision to maintain high standards of practice and professional development.

We encourage you to apply for this role if you:  

• Have a minimum of two years professional experience working in a counselling/therapeutic setting and/or experience working with victim-survivors of sexual harm and have an understanding of associated concerns and presentations.

• Have professional experience working with children, young people and their families, who have experienced trauma.

• 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 with eligibility for membership of the relevant professional association (APS, AASW or PACFA)

• Have a current National Police Check and Working with Vulnerable People Card  

This position will be a minimum of 3 days per week, up to 5 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, additional leave over the Christmas period and our newly introduced paid parental leave.  These positions are located at the new SASS offices in the Hobart CBD.

Applications must include a CV, and maximum two-page cover letter responding to the Selection Criteria in the position description.  Applications can be submitted via email to hr@sass.org.au by 9am Monday the 26^th May. Please specify clearly which program/s you are applying for.  

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 Ellia Kelleher on 62310044 or email hr@sass.org.au  

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