Family and Marriage Counsellor

A **Family and Marriage Counsellor** at **Campbellfield Mosque** plays an essential role in supporting individuals, couples, and families within the community. Their mission is to **resolve conflicts, strengthen relationships, and foster emotional well-being** while adhering to **Islamic values**. Through **faith-sensitive counselling**, they focus on **improving communication, addressing relational challenges**, and providing **tailored therapeutic interventions** rooted in **evidence-based practices and Islamic principles**.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- **Assessment and Diagnosis**: Conduct comprehensive evaluations to identify clients' emotional, mental, and relational challenges.
- **Therapeutic Intervention**: Provide individual, couple, and family therapy sessions using diverse therapeutic techniques to address issues such as communication breakdowns, conflict resolution, and emotional disorders.
- **Treatment Planning**: Develop and implement personalized treatment plans aligned with clients' unique needs and goals.
- **Crisis Intervention**: Deliver immediate support during emotional or relational crises to stabilize situations effectively.
- **Collaboration**: Work closely with healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, psychologists, and social workers, to ensure holistic care.
- **Education and Advocacy**: Educate clients on coping strategies, relationship skills, and mental health awareness while advocating for their needs within the community.
- **Cultural Sensitivity**: Provide counselling services that are both **culturally and spiritually sensitive**, recognizing the unique dynamics of the Muslim community.
- **Language Support**: Communicate fluently in **Turkish and English** to ensure clarity and cultural relevance during counselling sessions.

**Qualifications and Skills**:

- **Educational Requirements**: A **bachelor’s degree in counselling or psychology** is required; a **Bachelors degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Counselling, or Psychology** is preferred.
- **Licensure**: State licensure or certification as a **Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)** is mandatory.
- **Clinical Experience**: Completion of **supervised clinical experience** as per state regulations.
- **Interpersonal Skills**: Exceptional **communication, empathy, and problem-solving abilities** are essential.
- **Cultural Competence**: Strong understanding of **Islamic values and cultural traditions** to address the unique needs of the Muslim community.
- **Language Proficiency**:Fluency in both Turkish and English** is required to effectively connect with and support clients.

**Work Environment**:
Family and Marriage Counsellors at **Campbellfield Mosque** work in **dedicated counselling spaces within the mosque**, collaborate with **local mental health services**, and offer **teletherapy sessions** to ensure accessibility for all community members.

**Professional Development**:
Continuous professional growth is essential. Counsellors are expected to stay current with **research, therapeutic methodologies**, and **ethical standards** through ongoing education and training, all while maintaining strict adherence to **Islamic ethical principles**.

**Impact and Contribution**:
This role serves as a **cornerstone for building stronger, healthier families** within the **Campbellfield Mosque community**, addressing **emotional, spiritual, and relational well-being**. By blending professional expertise with **faith-based counselling approaches** and **linguistic proficiency in Turkish and English**, counsellors ensure a culturally attuned and accessible service that fosters long-lasting positive change in the community.

Pay: $95,000.00 - $108,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift

Work Authorisation:

- Australia (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 01/07/2025