Child and Youth Counsellor

Relationships Australia is a community sector organisation with a proud and rich history. We connect with families, communities, and thousands of people across the lifespan. You may know us for our family and couples counselling – we also give back to the community through our work in family violence prevention, working with people experiencing gambling harm, with families that have been touched by the sudden death of a loved one, with people who have experienced trauma and with people who are challenged by their mental health, among other things.

Why work for us?

With us you will work with people at times of vulnerability in their lives, create a career you’ll love and join a warm and caring team who make a difference. We have flexible working arrangements, access to $2,000 worth of professional development opportunities, and access to supervision.

Your new role

Permanent, Full time or Part time located in Deakin, ACT

Annual Salary between $98,185.54 to $102,491.77, plus Superannuation, NFP Salary Packaging, Paid Christmas closure and other generous leave provisions under our Enterprise Agreement.

As part of the Clinical & Communities Program (CCP) team, the position provides counselling services to children, young people and families who are seeking improved relationships or the resolution of relationship issues.

Duties

Under the supervision of the Manager and Senior Clinician Early Intervention Services, the Child and Youth Counsellors are responsible for:

Providing support and counselling services to children, young people and their families in accordance with RACR service guidelines and assess and respond to risks identified including family and domestic violence, suicide risk and children at risk.

Completion of all data requirements including case notes, statistical and administrative records for each session or activity.

Delivering outreach services and group programs as required.

Co-facilitate psycho-educational and therapeutic groups targeted towards Children, young people and/or parents

Developing and maintaining contact with other agencies and key stakeholders for the purpose of referral, networking and promotion of the service.

What you’ll need to succeed

Relevant experience and qualification in the field of Social Work, Psychology, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Counselling or Social Science. Current registration/membership with at least one of the following: Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA); Australian Association for Social Workers (AASW); Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA) and Level 2 or above Australian Counselling Association (ACA).

Ability to demonstrate a systemic and theoretical approach to counselling (including familiarity with systems theory) and demonstrate an understanding of the practice frameworks applicable to working with children, young people and families in reducing the impact of trauma and vicarious trauma.

Demonstrated knowledge of family violence, crisis intervention models, and grief and loss in the context of family separation and child development.

Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and initiative where appropriate, set priorities and monitor workflows.

For a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the position description on our Careers site. To view the position description, click on the paper clip on the upper right side of the screen.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.

What you’ll get in return

This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded not-for-profit, community-based organisation in a position where you will have the opportunity to continue to grow and develop your career. You will receive a generous package including professional development and NFP salary packaging. In this role you will be able to make a positive difference in the lives of people in the community every day.

What you need to do now

If this looks like the ideal position for you, Apply today!

Submit your resume with names of two work related referees and a cover letter specifically addressing each of the selection criteria (no more than half a page response under each criterion).

For a full list of selection criteria, please refer to the position description. To view the position description, click on the paper clip on the upper right side of the screen. Applications that do not address selection criteria will not be considered during the shortlisting process.

Applications should be submitted only via the “Apply” button on RACR's careers site.

For further information about the position or application process, please email [email protected].

Closing date for applications: Midnight on 11 May 2025