About the Role

The Family Counsellor – Carer Led Services is part of a partnership with Wellways in delivering Family and Carer-led Centre in Geelong and in the Southwest to provides support for families, carers and supporters of people living with mental health challenges and/or substance use challenges.

Meli will be a specialist service provider within Wellways’ delivery of the Family and Carer-led Centres, specialising in therapeutic family and child services, child protection and family therapy.

The Family Counselling will provide assessments and counselling support for children/young people, families, individuals or couples within the context of their family to manage and enhance their relationships. In addition to therapeutic interventions the role includes building collaborative partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders to provide increased access and service collaboration for all service users.

Vacancy Details

• Part-time role, working 15.2 hours per week
• Fixed Term until 4 November 2024
• $102,791 p/a (pro-rata) + super + salary packaging
• To view the Position Description, please go to ‘Careers’ at www.meli.org.au

What We Offer

• Flexible working options
• Meli is a not-for-profit organisation, so you can salary package up to $15,900 each Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) year for general living expenses
• A workplace passionate about diversity and inclusion with Employee Led inclusion working groups open to all employees
• Extensive learning & development opportunities and pathways for career progression
• Employee Assistance Program – independent confidential counselling service
• A dynamic culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Paid parental leave program, in addition to the government parental leave scheme
• Ability to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave

About You

• A tertiary qualification in counselling, psychology or related behavioural sciences with applicable registration (e.g., AHPRA registration).
• A minimum of two years’ experience in the provision of counselling, family therapy or consultations for children, young people, and their families.
• Knowledge of trauma theory, family violence, child development, attachment theory, addictive behaviours and grief and loss and an understanding of and demonstrated experience in applying evidence based therapeutic approaches to counselling and a commitment to best practice.
• Ability to provide comprehensive case notes, assessments, and counselling interventions.
• Knowledge of the broader client services system, legislation, support services and organisations.

Application Process

• Applicants must address each of the Qualifications, Skills and Experience listed in the following questionnaire and provide a current resume in order to be considered.
• Successful applicants will be required to provide a current Working with Children Check and undergo a National Police Check prior to commencement.
• Meli reserves the right to interview before the closing date of this position, so please don’t delay in applying.

Contact Details

For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Alexandra Bruinier, Team Leader – Therapeutic Services, on 0493 682 067.

Meli is committed to providing a child safe environment. We have zero tolerance of any abuse or maltreatment of children.

Meli values and celebrates diversity and are working to create a team of people who reflect the diverse community we support. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, culturally diverse people, those living with a disability, and those looking to return to the workforce following a break in their career are encouraged to apply for our roles.

If we can assist you with any reasonable adjustments in order to submit your application for this role, please contact the Recruitment team via email at [email protected]

Applications close 9:00am Monday 9 October 2023

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