Men'S Domestic And Family Violence Counsellor Group Facilitator

Employment Term: Full-time maximum term until 30/06/2025 with possibility of extension
- Location: Caboolture
- Remuneration: $97k + 11.5 % Super + Penalties & Allowances + NFP Salary Packaging (pro-rata)

Make a meaningful difference with UnitingCare Community

We're looking for someone who wants to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts. To build meaningful relationships and make a difference in the lives of others.

An integral part of our Men Choosing Change Team as a Counsellor & Group Facilitator, you'll be encouraged to grow, develop and feel empowered to make the everyday easier for the people we care so passionately about.

Let's make a meaningful difference, together.

Your part in our UnitingCare Community team

Our Men Choosing Change (MCC) Facilitator / Counsellors play a pivotal role within the MCC Program, operating within a multi-disciplinary team. The primary focus of this role is to facilitate behaviour change programs and provide intake and psycho-education services to individuals who identify as perpetrating domestic and family violence. The position requires a deep understanding of the dynamics of domestic violence, counselling practices, a high degree of experience in client work, professional epistemological (framework) awareness, and a safety focus. A Facilitator/Counsellor in behaviour change programs works to guide individuals, particularly men who perpetrate domestic violence, through a structured psycho-education process of self-examination and accountability.

This role involves creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore the underlying causes of their behaviour, understand the impact of their actions, and develop healthier ways of relating to others. The Facilitator/Counsellor uses evidence-based techniques to challenge harmful beliefs and behaviours, promote empathy and responsibility, and support clients in making sustainable, positive changes in their lives.

Key Responsibilities:

- Facilitate behaviour change programs for men who perpetrate domestic violence, promoting accountability and positive change.
- Provide individual intake/review and 16 group sessions to clients, utilising evidence-based practices.
- Conduct assessments of clients, developing progress notes and success.
- Provide court support at local Magistrate Courts.
- Implement safety planning for clients and their families, ensuring a focus on risk management and the cessation of violence.
- Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to case planning and review processes - Risk and safety Meetings (RAS) and working alongside Women Advocate (MCC) workers.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records, adhering to organisational policies and legal requirements.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training to enhance skills and knowledge in domestic and family violence and counselling practices.
- Engage in community outreach and education initiatives to raise awareness about domestic violence and available support services.
- Uphold the values and principles of UnitingCare, promoting a culture of respect, integrity, and inclusion.

What makes a difference for us?
- Minimum Bachelor's degree in Social Science, Counselling, Psychology, or Social Work.
- Demonstrated experience in domestic and family violence, with a strong understanding of the dynamics and impacts.
- Proven fundamentals in counselling practice, with a high degree of experience in client work.
- Epistemological awareness and ability to work within individual frameworks.
- Expertise in safety planning and risk assessment.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

What makes a difference for you?
- At UnitingCare we are leaders in crisis response, the protection of vulnerable children, financial resilience and family wellbeing. Our Family and Child Services team work passionately across Queensland to make a meaningful difference in people's lives._- Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance- Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum- A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs- A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others- Eligible employees are entitled to 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme; for eligible employees.- Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave optio