Empathic Counsellor for Community Outreach

4 weeks ago


Toowoomba City, Australia Wellways Australia Limited Full time
Wellways Australia Limited: Transforming Lives through Compassionate Care

The role of an Empathic Counsellor for Community Outreach at Wellways Australia Limited is a highly rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families in need. As a member of our dedicated team, you will have the chance to leverage your exceptional counselling skills and experience to deliver compassionate care services that empower people to reach their full potential.

About the Position

This is a part-time (15.2 hours per week) opportunity based in Ipswich/Toowoomba QLD, with a focus on delivering in-person counselling services that meet the principles and practice delivery of an inclusive, person-centred approach in Carer Counselling Services.

You will be required to work flexibly, including some travel, to meet the individual needs of carers and their families. Your expertise in group facilitation and ability to create content and deliver one-off workshops and ongoing group sessions for carers will be invaluable assets to our team.

In addition to delivering face-to-face, virtual, or telehealth counselling services, you will contribute to the development of and influence community relationships to enable the delivery of counselling services to specific carer cohort groups, including LGBTI community, young carers from rural and/or remote communities, CALD Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

As a key member of our team, you will also be responsible for managing external stakeholder relationships and developing services that cater to the diverse needs of our clients.


Requirements
  • Qualification in counselling, psychotherapy, or social work and eligibility for counselling accreditation body such as AASW, ACA or PACFA.
  • Accreditation within an Australian professional association: minimum of PACFA provisional membership or ACA level 2.
  • Minimum 3 years of Counselling experience in Australia, including experience counselling children/adolescents and group facilitation.
  • Experience in creating, analysing and utilising data and information to generate and develop a range of products (programs, publications, services).
  • An understanding and demonstrated commitment to social inclusion and diversity.
  • Experience with clinical therapies including Rogerian and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.

What We Offer

We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment that fosters growth and development. As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

  • Purpose-Driven Culture: Immerse yourself in a culture where passion meets purpose, making a genuine difference in the lives of others.
  • Equitable and Inclusive Work Environment: Thrive in a workplace that values diversity, equity, and social inclusion, promoting an atmosphere of belonging and respect.
  • Salary Packaging: Enhance your financial well-being with our salary packaging option, allocating up to $15,899 of your salary towards specific expenses before taxes.
  • Meal and Entertainment Allowance: Indulge in delightful meals and experiences with your loved ones, saving on taxes with our meal and entertainment allowance.
  • Employee Assistance Program: Access our confidential Employee Assistance Program, designed to support your holistic health and wellbeing, along with your family's.

About Us

Wellways Australia Limited is a nationally recognised organisation with over 2000 staff members across 93 sites, providing a range of programs, services, and supports to people across Queensland, New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, and Tasmania.

We remain committed to our mission of creating inclusive communities where everyone can imagine and achieve their hopes and potential, and we invite like-minded individuals to join us in this journey.



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