Join Us and Empower Safer Futures

Are you passionate about creating safer communities and supporting individuals to break the cycle of family violence? At Meli, we are driven by our belief in meliorism—the idea that the world can be made better through human effort. We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Senior Counsellor to join our Family Violence team and deliver therapeutic interventions that promote accountability, healing, and long-term change.

About the Role

As a Senior Counsellor in our Family Violence team, you will:

• Deliver trauma-informed, person-centred counselling to individuals who use violence in intimate and family relationships.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop therapeutic plans that support behaviour change and accountability.
• Facilitate individual and group-based therapeutic interventions, including psychoeducation and relapse prevention.
• Apply the MARAM Framework to assess risk and contribute to collaborative safety planning.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams and Family Safety Contact Workers to ensure the safety and wellbeing of victim survivors and children.
• Participate in after-hours service delivery as part of a rotating roster to enhance accessibility.

This role is based at our South Geelong office and sits within Meli’s Family Violence Intervention Centre, contributing to an integrated, evidence-based service model.

Position Details

• Fixed term position until 30 June 2028
• 0.6 FTE working 45 hours per week
• $110,379 p/a + Super + Salary Packaging
  

What We’re Looking For

We value professionals who bring empathy, expertise, and a commitment to social justice. To succeed in this role, you will have:

• A relevant degree or postgraduate qualification in Counselling, Social Work, Psychology, Criminology, or a related discipline.
• Eligibility under the Mandatory Minimum Qualifications for Family Violence Practitioners.
• A strong understanding of the gendered nature of family violence and its impact on victim survivors.
• Experience delivering evidence-based psychological interventions for complex presentations.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills, including the ability to provide secondary consultation and mentoring.

Why Work with Us?

At Meli, we offer more than just a job—we provide a platform to thrive, grow, and make an impact. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) includes:

• Supportive Culture: Join a values-driven organization that fosters collaboration and innovation.
• Career Growth: Access ongoing Learning & Development opportunities and clear pathways for progression.
• Financial Benefits: Enjoy salary packaging up to $15,900 per year, enhancing your financial well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible ways of working.
• Employee Wellbeing: Participate in employee-led Inclusion Working Groups, access confidential counselling via our Employee Assistance Program, and enjoy paid parental leave above the government scheme.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a team that celebrates diversity and actively supports individuals from all walks of life.

Join Our Commitment

Meli is committed to providing a child-safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children. Our recruitment practices reflect our commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of young people in our care.

Meli is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ community members, people living with disabilities, and those looking to return to the workforce.

Our usual process includes a written application, a phone call and a panel interview, if you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please email us at [email protected] to discuss how we can best support you.

How to Apply

We’re excited to hear from you! Please submit your application, including a résumé and addressing the key selection criteria in the application form. Applications close 11:59pm, Monday 20 October 2025.

For more information about the position please contact Kristy Berryman, Manager Family Violence on 0455 510 993.

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to inspire change and make a lasting impact, click Apply Now and start your journey with Meli.

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