Insight Therapies Counselling and Consultancy is seeking a skilled children’s counsellor who is as passionate as we are about using play and creative interventions to support people children by trauma. The successful applicant will deliver one-on-one and family/dyadic therapy as well as deliver school and office based group group work.
As an employer, we believe that for our clients to achieve the best possible outcomes, they need to be supported by therapists who are in turn supported by leadership to develop their passions and encouraged to engage in the type of interventions they are passionate about.
This is why we ensure each of our employees are provided with opportunities to develop their careers through ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities, with significant induction training provided including skills based training delivered by nationally recognised providers.
If you are someone with a passion for helping children heal, and a strong working knowledge of the impacts of trauma on functioning and relationships, then this role provides you with all the opportunities you need to develop this passion and grow as a respected mental health professional. exposure to a range of person-centred modalities and opportunities for further training in Animal Assisted Therapy and other therapeutic approaches which align with your passion.
You will be joining a team of truly dedicated therapists who operate within a well respected and successful practice with a clear vision and mission to positively impact the lives of children, adults and families. Our lead therapist Anita Geary is a well respected professional in the field of Animal Assisted Therapy with experiences in presenting on the topic at national conferences, listing PACFA approved AAT trainings and is a registered supervision provider with AASW. All of this experience and mentorship is available to the successful applicant should you be interested in becoming a certified AAT therapist or accredited mental health social worker.
Why Join Us?
- Generous, above award pay rates
- Opportunity for mentorship and training in Animal Assisted Therapy
- Support to achieve mental health accreditation for Social Worker applicants
- Personal Development or Supervision budget
- Paid leave entitlements
- Meaningful career path and professional growth
- Flexible work options (as appropriate to the position and business requirements)
About the Role:
Insight Therapies Counselling and Consultancy is a well respected leader in therapeutic care to those who are struggling as a result of exposure to trauma. The role we are looking to fill requires a therapist with skills and knowledge to support those with trauma backgrounds such as clients referred through Victims of Crime, Child Protective Services and Out of Home Care Services as well as complex clients across the lifespan. To meet the needs of this vulnerable community, our practice is on the look-out for an experienced therapist to join our dynamic team on a part-time, 30 hour per week basis (negotiable).
About You:
Base requirements for candidates interested in applying this position are:
- Bachelor Degree or higher in Social Work, Counselling, Mental Health Occupational Therapy or Psychology
- Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team environment
- Dedication to providing high-quality counselling to all clients
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
- Trained and skilled in victims’ assistance/recovery
- Ability to develop and facilitate therapy group programs
- Passion to actively engage in building a strong therapeutic service which aims to meet the needs of the community
- Love for animals and strong interest in being trained to deliver Animal Assisted Therapy (preferred but not necessary)
Mission and Culture:
Insight Therapies Counselling and Consultancy’s mission is to provide a deeply therapeutic space where clients are met without judgement to achieve healing and personal growth. We embrace and promote the power of self-discovery ensuring our clients feel seen, find their voice, and work through what has been holding them back. By delivering high quality, trauma informed therapy, our team supports children, young people and adults to thrive with an internalised sense of confidence and self-belief.
We pride ourselves on creating a warm, supportive, and professional environment both for clients and team members and for supporting long term growth and realisation of goals.
How to Apply:
If you feel that you’d make a great addition to our team, apply now via seek with your resume and a cover letter to receive a copy of our key selection criteria.
We look forward to welcoming you!