Counsellor- Men's Behaviour Change Program
Core
Provide trauma-informed counselling and co-facilitate evidence-based groups for men who use violence to support behavioural change and ensure safety for women and children.
Role type
Senior IC domestic violence counsellor and group facilitator
Builds
Men's Behaviour Change Program and individual safety plans
Domain
Domestic and family violence intervention / mental health
Required skills
risk assessment, trauma-informed care, group facilitation, psychoeducation, safety planning, referral management, child-centred intervention, legislative compliance
Preferred skills
experience with male victim-survivors, Human Services Quality Framework familiarity
Technologies
confidential record-keeping systems
Responsibilities
Conduct intakes and assessments for men who use violence; co-facilitate men's behaviour change groups; provide individual counselling to men who are victim-survivors of domestic violence; complete risk assessments and safety planning; refer clients to external services; maintain confidentiality and duty of care.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC