We are currently looking for experienced Generalist Counsellor to join our team based in Strathpine on a full time fixed term contract to 30 June 2024. Travel is required between North sites – Stafford, Strathpine, Clontarf and Caboolture.
Anglicare is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQ+ communities, people with disabilities and people with a lived experience of mental health issues. We promote a child-safe environment and are committed to providing on-going care and protection.
About You
To be considered for this role, you will need to possess and demonstrate the following:
- Previous experience in behaviour change counselling including domestic & family violence, drug & alcohol or mental health issues
- Ability to administer and interpret routine client risk assessments and outcome measures
- Sound theoretical understanding of domestic violence and the effect of trauma and abuse on individuals, families and children
- Practice competence in the facilitation of psychoeducational or therapeutic groups
- High level of interpersonal, verbal and written communication and advocacy skills, including the ability to engage productively with male clients.
- Able to work co-operatively within a team in a complex human services environment
- Current National Police Check
- Current Blue Card
- Current COVID-19 Vaccination Certificate
- Current Queensland Driver Licence and own reliable vehicle
- Membership with relevant professional body (or eligible to apply)
- Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling or similar field
- Post-graduate qualification Mental Health or other relevant field (desired)
What We Offer
We support our staff with learning and development initiatives, an employee benefits program and are recognised as a leading employer in the non-profit sector. You will also enjoy:
- A chance to support children and parents, and make a difference within your local community
- Career progression and professional growth in the form of internal and external training
- The flexibility to purchase additional annual leave
- Paid Pandemic Leave so you can feel secure in your role
- The opportunity to work with a group of friendly and dynamic professionals within an innovative space and growing industry
- Ongoing training and career planning and development opportunities
- Salary Packaging, package up to $15,900 per year tax free!
- In addition to your tax-free benefit, you can also use up to $2,650 of your pre-tax income to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)
- Retail discounts through our employee benefits program
Application Process:
Apply online, providing your resume, cover letter and answering our quick and easy application questions. We will shortlist and interview as suitable applications are received.
For further information or adjustments to the application process please contact Alex James on 0427 950 593
Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment Assessment that requires disclosure of pre-existing injuries, illnesses or conditions that could reasonably be aggravated by performing the duties of this position.