• A great opportunity to be part of Australia’s most trusted cancer ‘Not for Profit’ organisation and join a dedicated team delivering critical support programs.
• Part-time (0.4 FTE), two-year contract
• Hybrid working environment combining working from home and in our brand-new CBD offices located at 200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne.

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

About your opportunity

The Strategy and Support Division places people at the centre of everything we do. We work directly with clinicians, researchers, policymakers, and people impacted by cancer to reduce inequities and improve outcomes for all Victorians, now and into the future. As part of the Strategy and Support Division, you will be part of the Supportive Care Team which operates under the Cancer Information and Support Services Unit.

The Counselling service provides telephone support to Victorians affected by cancer. It is staffed by experienced Counsellors who are highly skilled in supporting people with their psychological and emotional needs whilst managing the impacts of a cancer diagnosis. This service aims to compliment the clinical care provided to patients, and our approach is holistic and person-centred.

We are seeking a part-time Counsellor to join the Strategy and Support Division. Reporting to the Counselling Service Lead, your role is to:

• Provide telephone-based counselling support to people affected by cancer.
• Understand and utilise best practice therapeutic interventions for people affected by cancer presenting with transient, or issue-specific distress.
• Provide referral to further or ongoing support as required, including onward referral to psychological counselling offered via our partnership with Cancer Council Queensland, internal supportive care services and/or supports offered by external health services and agencies.
• Contribute to the ongoing monitoring and development of the program

All about you

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a qualification in Counselling, Social Work or Psychology
• Has post graduate experience in Oncology or related healthcare field
• Has current registration with a governing body (AHPRA, Australian Counselling Association or Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia)
• Has a demonstrated ability to respond to the information and support needs of people affected by life limiting illness and demonstrated understanding of the psychological impact of cancer on individuals and families.
• Is experienced in the delivery of telephone and/or face-to-face counselling interventions including use of behavioural and cognitive coping strategies.
• Will participate in regular professional development and improvement of clinical knowledge and communication skills.
• Has advanced communication skills, interpersonal skills and active listening skills, including the ability to develop and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Has proven organisational and time management skills with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a highly functioning team.
• Is computer literate, and confident in use of MS Office suite use with customer data-base management experience

What we can offer you

• Base salary of $86,154 to $95,158 p.a. (dependant on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 11.5% superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits of $15,900 plus meals/entertainment $2,650 p.a. https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• Novated car leasing
• Salary sacrifice
• 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home options to support excellent work-life balance
• Cultural leave of up to 5 days paid
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and up to 12 months unpaid leave
• A comprehensive employee assistance program
• A range of wellness initiatives such as flu vaccination, mental and general well-being support, and discounted health insurance
• A range of personal and professional development initiatives such as study support, in-house, external, and on-line learning options as well as the opportunity to apply for scholarships
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, visit http://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers/job-opportunities to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Kate Barber on 0401 005 569 or email: kate.barber@cancervic.org.au

Cancer Council will only contact applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required).

Applications close on 28 January 2025 at 11:59pm

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment. We encourage all people to apply including people who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, identify as LGBTIQA+, have a disability, or are part of our culturally and linguistically diverse communities.