Permanent Part-Time 28 Hours/Week
This position is classified under the SCHADS Award at Level 5 - 6, with the final level determined based on qualifications, experience and demonstrated competency.
About Community Gateway
Community Gateway strongly values our employees and the important work they do for the community in delivering emergency relief and welfare services, community connections, health inclusion and community capacity building.
Established in Lismore nearly 50 years ago, we are firmly embedded in the communities we support. Today we are a QIP accredited organisation, with over 20 programs and services in Lismore, Grafton, and across the Far North Coast.
We exist to reduce socioeconomic disadvantage by delivering practical help, advocacy and opportunities for people to have a voice in decisions that affect their lives. Our work is shaped by our values of integrity, respect, inclusion and compassion.
We provide a range of initiatives to develop and recognise our staff, and provide opportunities for regular team building events, and collaborative projects.
About the Role
We are seeking a Sexual Assault Counsellor to join our Clinical Services team on a permanent part-time basis, based in Lismore.
In this specialist role, you will provide free, trauma-informed counselling to:
Children, adolescents and young adults who have experienced trauma, including sexual abuse
Children who have displayed concerning or harmful sexual behaviours
Adults who have experienced childhood sexual abuse
You will deliver individual counselling and facilitate therapeutic group work, while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary, values-driven team.
Key Responsibilities
Provide evidence-based, trauma-informed counselling and psychotherapy in individual and group settings
Participate in intake, assessment, triage and waitlist management processes
Conduct comprehensive client assessments and regularly review client outcomes
Facilitate therapeutic group programs for children and young people
Maintain accurate, confidential and timely case notes and client records
Meet mandatory reporting obligations and manage clinical risk appropriately
Prepare court reports and respond to subpoenas as required
Establish and maintain referral pathways and participate in interdisciplinary networks
Contribute to team meetings, case conferences and organisational supervision
Provide peer support, in-service training and support clinical supervision programs as requested
About You
You are a skilled, compassionate practitioner who brings sound professional judgement and a strong understanding of trauma-informed practice.
Essential requirements:
Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience providing counselling and therapeutic group work
Strong skills in trauma assessment and intervention
Knowledge of child protection frameworks and therapeutic responses to sexual abuse
Experience working in culturally sensitive and inclusive ways
Ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a team environment
Competency using Microsoft Office and client database systems
Desirable:
Additional Requirements
Why Work With Us?
Meaningful work that creates real impact in the community
Supportive, values-driven and trauma-informed workplace
Access to professional and clinical supervision
Opportunities for ongoing professional development
Flexible, family friendly not-for-profit environment
Salary packaging benefits available
Enjoy 2 weeks additional paid bonus leave over Christmas (separate from annual leave)
Community Gateway is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQSB+ individuals, people living with a disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
How to Apply
This is a previously advertised position.
All applicants will be required to submit a Resume and a cover letter addressing each selection Criteria.
Applications close 14 August 2026
For any additional information, please contact Marilyn Tolman - Senior Manager Clinical Services on 0429 811 455 or [email protected]
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below.
