Gendered Violence Specialist Counsellor

• Employment Type:2 roles available part-time (3 days/weekuntilDec 2026) and full-time (12-month fixed term)

• Remuneration:$127351to$143489Full Time Equivalentdepending on experience 17% superannuation(level 8)

• Location: Kensington UNSW Campus

Why Your Role Matters

The Specialist Support Counsellor-Gendered Violence provides trauma-informed counselling case managementadvocacyandsupportto students who have experiencedgendered violence includingsexual assault sexual harassment stalking and domestic or family violence.

You will support students through some of their most difficult experiences providing a safe respectful and compassionate space where they can be heard supported and guided.

Working as part of theUNSW Gendered Violence Response Team withinPsychology & Wellness you will play a critical role in helpingthemnavigate complex and sensitive situations using a culturally responsive person centredand trauma-informed approach that recognises the diverse ways trauma can present.

We have two roles available designed to suit different working arrangements:

• Part-time (3 days per week) until December 2026

• Full-time (12-month contract)

For the part-time role days are flexible (MondayFriday) with Wednesday preferred to support team connection onsite. Due to the sensitive nature of this work these roles are primarily campus-based.

Thesetwoopportunities may suit professionals seeking flexibility (e.g. balancing private practice or other commitments) as well as those available for a full-time contract. You will be able toindicateyour preferredcontractoption(or interest in both) during the application process.

The role reports to theClinicalLead Wellness Support and has no direct reports.

Key responsibilities summary

• Provide specialist counselling case managementand disclosure supportto studentsand members of the UNSW communityimpactedby sexual assault sexual harassment and domestic or family violence including crisis support whererequired

• Deliver trauma-informedmental healthassessmentand gender-based violencetailored to students from diverse cultural social and educational backgrounds

• Strong understanding of gendered violence as a systemic issue including the impacts of gender inequality coercive control structuraldisadvantageand intersecting identities onhelpseekingand recovery.

• Manage complex cases and support students to navigate university processes and accessappropriate services

• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure students receive coordinated and holistic care

• Promote awareness of gendered violence and pathways to support within the University community

• Contribute to wellbeing initiatives including education sessions and mental health literacy activities

• Maintainaccurateand confidential documentation in line with privacy and compliance requirements

• Participate in multidisciplinary case discussions and contribute to continuous improvement of services

Who You Are

Werelooking for experienced compassionate practitioners who bring bothexpertiseand empathy to their will bring:

• Full AHPRA registration as aPsychologist or accreditation as a Mental Health Social Worker (AASW)or ability to obtain mental healthaccreditation

• Demonstrated experience supporting individualsimpactedby sexual assault domestic or family violence or related trauma (highly desirable)

• A strong understanding of how trauma can present indifferent ways and the ability to respond with sensitivity and care

• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and support students from diverse cultural backgrounds

• Experience working collaboratively in multidisciplinary environments and liaising with a range of stakeholders

• Ability to manage complex and sensitive situations with professionalism sound judgement and compassion

• High levelof digital literacy including experience with clinical systems and/or telehealth platforms

• Experience working in higher education or with young adultsisideal

• Ability to speak Mandarin or another languageis highlyregarded

Candidates will need to have full working rights this role is not available for sponsorship. All candidates will also need a valid work with children check and police check.

Recruitment process: Pleasesubmityour resume as well asa cover letter that addresses your experience your suitability for the role and why you are interested.

Applications close:20thMay 11.55PM. The shortlisting processwontbe starting until the job ad closes sodontworry if youdonthear from us until then.

Get in touch for any question or support: Anne de Voronine Talent AcquisitionAssociate

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not toproceedwith any appointment.

Pre-Employment Checks
Aligned with UNSWs focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety ethical conduct and strong integrity preferred candidates willbe requiredtoparticipatein a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks: -

• National and International Criminal history checks

• Entitlement to work and ID checks

• Working With Children Checks

• Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration

• Verification of relevant qualifications

• Verification of relevant professional membership

• Employment history and reference checks

• Financial responsibilityassessments/checks.

• Medical Checks and Assessments

Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.