Family Violence Therapeutic Counsellor

For over 50 years, Each has stood beside individuals and communities, helping people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.  

We put people at the heart of everything we do, surrounding them with a network of care and support that empowers individuals to thrive. 

Join us and be part of a team that delivers Altogether Better Care—because when we come together, we create brighter futures for all. 

• Based in Narre Warren, on the lands of the Wurundjeri, Boon Wurrung & Bunurong Peoples
• Ongoing full-time position
• $101,578.17 negotiable + 11.5% Super + Generous Salary Packaging benefits of up to $18,550   

Empower recovery through therapeutic counselling

Are you a skilled counsellor or therapeutic practitioner passionate about helping families recover from the impacts of family violence?

The Pathways to Resilience Southern program provides specialised counselling and therapeutic support to children, young people, and families impacted by family violence. Delivered in partnership with Uniting and the Australian Childhood Foundation, the program includes individual counselling, group work, and family-focused interventions to promote healing and resilience.

Services are trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and delivered both in person at our Narre Warren centre and online. You'll join a collaborative team that creates safe, respectful spaces where children, parents, and carers are empowered to heal and reconnect.

Your role, your impact

As a Family Violence Therapeutic Counsellor, you will:

• Deliver high-quality counselling and therapeutic support to individuals, children, young people, and their parents/carers recovering from family violence, abuse, and trauma
• Conduct trauma assessments and develop individualised treatment plans in partnership with clients
• Use the MARAM framework to assess and monitor risk and safety
• Facilitate inclusive, empowering counselling sessions that prioritise client voice and self-determination
• Support relational healing between children/young people and caregivers through developmentally informed and attachment-based approaches
• Provide culturally sensitive support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQ+, and CALD clients
• Contribute to broader sector development through training, consultation, and knowledge-sharing
• Work collaboratively with other professionals to provide a coordinated, family-centred response

To view the full Position Description, please click here or visit the Each careers page at , navigate to 'Work With Us' > 'Careers' > 'Open Roles', and search for this position. For further information about the position, please contact Cammie Dinh (Talent Acquisition Business Partner) at [email protected]

Who we're looking for

You're a compassionate and experienced counsellor or therapist who brings:

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, or a related discipline, and eligibility for professional registration
• Demonstrated experience providing trauma-informed counselling to individuals affected by family violence or complex trauma
• Minimum 2 years of counselling experience.
• Strong knowledge of trauma, neurobiology, and the impact on development and behaviour
• Ability to centre the lived experience of children and young people in therapeutic work
• An intersectional practice lens and experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills
• A valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally as needed

What's in it for you

At Each you'll be supported to be your best.  We provide:  

• Diversity & belonging – We value all backgrounds, abilities, and identities and are committed to cultural safety 
• Supportive & inclusive culture – Work with like-minded colleagues and leaders who genuinely care. 
• Boost your take-home pay – Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax-free per year) plus an extra $2,650 tax-free for meals and entertainment.
• Get paid more on your holidays - 17% annual leave loading

Applications close Thurs 28th August.

** Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period - so don't miss out and apply today

Next Steps in the Hiring Process 

Thank you for your interest in joining Each To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.

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