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Counsellor - Family and Community Services Specialist

2 months ago


Townsville, Queensland, Australia Centacare North Queensland Full time
About the Role

Centacare North Queensland is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Counsellor to join our Family and Community Counselling Services team in Townsville. As a key member of our organisation, you will play a vital role in providing support to individuals and families within the Townsville community.

Key Responsibilities
  • Deliver high-quality counselling services to individuals, couples, and families facing various challenges and issues.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine clients' needs and develop tailored treatment plans.
  • Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to address emotional, behavioural, and relational difficulties.
  • Offer support and guidance to clients dealing with family violence, relationship issues, trauma, grief, or other complex circumstances.
  • Collaborate with other professionals within the organisation and external agencies to ensure holistic care for clients.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with organisational standards and statutory requirements.
  • Participate in regular clinical supervision sessions to reflect on practice, receive feedback, and enhance professional development.
  • Proficient in computer and confident in providing video conference sessions.
Requirements
  • Proven experience in delivering counselling services within a similar setting.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of therapeutic techniques and interventions suitable for diverse client populations.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients from various backgrounds.
  • An understanding of relevant ethical guidelines and commitment to upholding professional standards of practice.
  • Current registration or eligibility for registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., PACFA, AASW).
Skills and Experiences
  • Relevant tertiary degree in Social Work, Psychology or Behavioural Sciences and eligibility for membership of a relevant professional association.
  • Highly developed written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare documents for case planning or advocacy purposes.
  • Experience in delivering evidence-based therapeutic counselling interventions to formulate therapy plans, set goals and facilitate a positive approach in working with individuals to achieve these goals within established time frames.
  • A current Driver Licence.
  • Currently hold, and/or eligibility to obtain and maintain, both a Disability Worker Screening and a Working with Children Blue Card.