Family Relationship Counsellor
2 weeks ago
Relationship Matters is a dynamic, values-based not-for-profit organisation specialising in relationship, family and individual counselling, mediation, and education. For over 75 years we have been committed to making a difference to our clients no matter which sector of our community they come from. We continue to provide high-quality relationship counselling, dispute resolution, and relationship education services. Relationship Matters also provides Employee Assistance Programs, training, and workplace consulting.
Relationship Matters is a child-safe organisation; we have zero tolerance for child abuse, and we actively work to keep children safe.
At Relationship Matters, we believe in the power of diversity. We are committed to an inclusive, affirming, and safe environment. We welcome people of all gender identities, gender expressions, sexual orientations, races, cultures, religions, or backgrounds.
About the role
We are seeking an experienced, self-motivated, client-focused family and relationship counsellor. You will undertake intake and assessment interviews and offer counselling and deliver evidence-based therapy to individuals, couples, and families, including clients seeking assistance with their relationships under the provisions of the Family Law Act 1975.
Responsibilities will include:
Evidence-based intake, assessment, and counselling to individuals, couples, and families Provide direct support, counselling, family therapy, and case management for children (from infancy to adolescence) in collaboration with other therapeutic practitioners working with the family Provide therapeutic counselling and group work interventions including: Delivery of Relationship Learning programs to children, individuals, couples, and families, including program review (contributes to the minimum counselling rate) Use of varied theoretical frameworks in practice Active commitment to a child-aware and trauma-informed approach Professional and ethical management of client caseload Provision of one evening shift per week Maintain a minimum of 5 hours of client delivery work per 7.6 hour day, inclusive of counselling, group facilitation, and EAP counselling Develop and maintain effective relationships with local organisations and referring agencies Active commitment to professional development, case presentations, peer support, and supervision Provide EAP counselling and deliver other workplace services as directed by management Deliver critical incident responses to organisations with affected employees where a critical incident has occurred Identify and follow up risk issues as required Refer clients to internal or external services and programs as appropriate Undertake additional duties as directed by management in accordance with grade About you
You will be:
A client-focused practitioner with demonstrated experience in fee-for-service delivery A tertiary qualified practitioner with Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, or Family Therapy qualifications and postgraduate studies, with a minimum of 5 years' experience Registered with AHPRA or AASW or the equivalent professional association Proficient in contemporary methods of counselling and family therapy, along with direct experience in the field; knowledge of Gottman theories and practice is an advantage Knowledgeable about the Family Law Act 1975 Eligible as a Family Counsellor under the Act Able to promote the profile of Relationship Matters across the community through providing professional, caring service delivery A professional in your field, you can work independently while working within a cohesive, committed, and high-performing team. Together with your exceptional level of ethical standards and well-developed interpersonal communication skills, you will have the capacity to manage and ensure high standards of practice.
Previous experience working in a human services environment would be highly regarded.
To apply
Relationship Matters is an inclusive and child-safe organisation, and we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex (LGBTIQ+) people.
Application details and a position description including key selection criteria are available from .
Applications can be submitted by clicking 'Apply Now' and close 21 Feb 2025.
For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Adrian Harris on 1300 543 396.
Role Type Pay Rate 49.68 AUD – 51.93 AUD (Hour)
Company Overview Relationship Matters is a not-for-profit organisation that promotes healthy, respectful, and fulfilling relationships within the Victorian community. We are the relationships people who build connected families, workplaces, and communities. Relationship Matters is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All recruitment and promotion of employees will be based on merit, qualifications, and business needs regardless of sex, race, marital status, sexual preference, or religion. We aim to recruit a diverse range of people with a diverse range of talents to help us achieve our goals.
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