• Part Time 0.8EFT - Ongoing
• Ballarat Location
• Salary Range: $100,941 - $105,504 pro rata + 12% superannuation + salary packaging
• Award-winning inclusive employer

Our Opportunity

Are you passionate about supporting families and strengthening relationships? Join Cafs, a values-driven organisation, as our Family Relationships Counsellor. This role sits within our Family Relationships Team. As the Family Relationships Counsellor, you will provide trauma-informed counselling and education to families, couples, children, and individuals to enhance wellbeing, safety, and community participation.

About You

We are looking for a motivated, values-driven individual with demonstrated experience in counselling and working with vulnerable families. The ideal candidate will thrive when working both autonomously and collaboratively within a dynamic team environment.

Skills & Attributes

• Tertiary qualifications (Diploma and above) in Social Work, Welfare Studies, Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related discipline
• Experience in counselling and working with vulnerable families
• Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing trauma-informed processes that enhance client outcomes, ensuring services are responsive, respectful, and aligned with individual and family needs
• Adaptable with a proactive mindset, responding constructively and swiftly to changing circumstances while maintaining effectiveness under pressure and in dynamic environments

Our Organisation

Cafs (Child and Family Services Ballarat) is an independent community service organisation based in Ballarat for over 160 years. We deliver more than 50 programs across the Central Highlands region, supporting individuals, children, and families. Our practice is underpinned by Trust Based Relationship Intervention (TBRI), and our values of Respect, Innovation, Collaboration, Kindness, and Integrity guide everything we do.

What We Offer

• Inclusive, supportive, and innovative teams
• Above award entitlements, including 3 days paid Christmas leave
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Salary packaging options up to $15,900 plus meals and entertainment

Interested?

We would love to hear from you! To find out more about this opportunity, contact Heather Regan, Team Leader Family Relationships and Alma Evans, People & Engagement Business Partner on 03 5337 3333.
To view the full position description, visit: https://cafs.org.au/child-and-family-services-ballarat-careers

To Apply

To apply for this role, please visit our careers webpage: https://cafs.org.au/positions-available and select Apply Now.
Applications will be received until 12th of November 2025. Please note that applications may be reviewed as they are received, and applicants may be contacted for interview prior to the closing date.

Our Commitment

Inclusion and diversity are at the heart of everything we do at Cafs. We welcome applications from all people, especially Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people with disabilities, the LGBTIQA+ community, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Supporting your application: Our recruitment process includes 1-2 panel discussions. Some questions may be provided in advance. For adjustments or support, contact [email protected].