Senior Practitioner

We are looking for a suitably qualified/experienced person to join the SAMSN team as a Senior Practitioner who will:

• Guide the development and promotion of a trauma and violence informed, gender and culturally safe approach throughout SAMSN.
• Provide clinical practice supervision and training of SAMSN direct service delivery staff, engaged in individual and group programs.
• Lead the articulation and integration of SAMSN clinical governance and peer support practice framework in conjunction with the Clinical Advisory Committee
• Engage in direct service delivery to maintain dynamic connection with SAMSN client base.
• Contribute to the development of resources, community engagement activities and training that enhance awareness and support with male survivors of child sexual abuse, their partners, families, friends and carers.
• Ensure service compliance with established practice standards, and that electronic records and client files are maintained in keeping with organisational policies and procedures.
• Comply with SAMSN Code of Conduct and undertake appropriate additional duties as requested by SAMSN’s Chief Operating Officer.

Selection Criteria:

SAMSN is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring a safe environment for children and young people. We strongly encourage individuals of diverse backgrounds including but not limited to those from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, the LGBTQI+ communityand those living with a disability to apply.

Essential:

• Tertiary degree level qualifications in Social Work, Psychology and/or Counselling.
• Current registration as an accredited clinical supervisor with the AASW (Mental Health Social Worker), AHPRA (Psychologist), ACA (Level 3 or 4, Clinical Supervisor) or PACFA (Counsellor – Accredited Supervisor).
• 3 years plus clinical supervision and counselling experience utilising a trauma and violence informed, gender and culturally safe approach.
• Extensive experience working directly with survivors of interpersonal trauma.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the characteristics, dynamics and long-term impacts of childhood sexual abuse on male survivors, their families and supporters and practice frameworks to address these.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and reviewing programs, procedures, and work practices, with high level written and oral communication, facilitation and presentation skills.
• Current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• Provide digital evidence of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (minimum 2 vaccinations).

Successful applicants will be required to have a current National Police Check and a Working with Children Check.

Desirable:

• Comprehensive experience in working with male survivors of childhood sexual abuse and sexual assault to enhance personal and relational well-being.
• 5 years plus direct experience as a qualified practitioner.
• Post graduate tertiary level qualification in Social Work, Psychology or Counselling.

What we Offer:

We offer a hybrid and flexible working culture, access to EAP and a supportive team environment.

Our office is located in Parramatta, just off Church Street and is a 15min walk from the train station. There is also on-site parking available. The office is close to Parramatta River with nearby fitness facilities, restaurants, and a mix of stores.

SAMSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strive to be a diverse and inclusive workforce where all can thrive and belong. We are committed to building a team that includes and respects a variety of voices, identities, backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Role Type:  Part-time (2-3 days, 15.2hrs -22.8hrs per week) SCHADS Award Level 7

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, you will also benefit from a $15,900 tax-free salary packaging component.