THE ROLE

The CPC Service Navigator position will work as part of the of the Victorian Counselling and Psychological Care (CPC) program as part of the National Redress Scheme for people who have experienced institutional child sexual abuse (NRS). They will work closely with the CPC Project Officer and collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders

The CPC Service Navigator is responsible for providing support to clients who have accepted an offer from the NRS. The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (the Department) employs Counselling Service Navigators to work in a sensitive and trauma-informed way as a single point of contact to assess and respond to counselling service enquiries from clients and their family members.  

Additional key components of the role include contributing to the development and delivery of trauma informed processes and procedures to deliver the CPC program.

Candidates must reside in Victoria.

ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE

1. Provide a single point of contact for people who contact the CPC program and provide them with information, referrals, support and advice as required.
2. Provide trauma-informed support to people who contact the service, building safety and trust throughout the process.
3. Assess a person's needs and vulnerabilities, facilitate access to trauma-informed counselling and other support services as appropriate including follow up as required.

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HOW TO APPLY

Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria. 
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. 
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.

For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)

Please apply to submit your interest in this position.