Relationships Australia Tasmania (RA Tas) is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation firmly committed to helping people and communities thrive. We deliver a variety of programmes to assist individuals and families.
Our culture is the foundation upon which everything else is built. That’s why we invest in building an environment where our people feel supported and motivated to help make our vision a reality. We believe that a collective effort that draws upon the diverse strengths of all staff create the best results.
The diverse background and perspectives of our staff, the people we support, and our inclusive and collaborative culture are the keys to our success.
RA Tas is looking for an experienced Counsellor to help our team deliver a range of supports to families after separation. The aim of the interventions is to prevent families from entering or re-entering the family court system and to create sustainable and safe family functioning when living as separated parents.
Do you fit the bill?
• Do you have a degree in Social Work, Psychology or equivalent tertiary qualifications that are recognised to deliver therapeutic counselling services in accordance with agency requirements
• Have a demonstrated understanding of the impact of family separation and breakdown on children and experience in working to uphold the best interests of children
• Can you communicate and engage with clients from a broad range of intellectual abilities, motivational levels, and from a range of socio-economic backgrounds
• Do you have the ability to maintain professional independence whilst also participating in a small multi-disciplinary team
• Do you have the capacity to reflect on own practice, with your supervisor, peers, and self.
• Do you have the ability to work within and positively advance the mission and values of Relationships Australia Tasmania
Benefits
• Salary starting from $79,312 + Super / *Pro-rata
• Additional PAID leave days (up to 5 per year *pro-rata)
• Up to 4 weeks extra Annual Leave per year through our purchased leave scheme
• Additional Salary packaging options (up to $15,900 General Living Expenses and $2,650 Entertainment Benefits TAX FREE each FB year)
• Discounted Corporate health insurance
• Generous parental leave options (up to 14 weeks primary caregiver and 6 weeks secondary caregiver *12 months continuous service)
• Individual workplace flexibility options
• Industry best practice Supervision to support you in your professional journey
• Ongoing Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Services
This advertisement will expire on Sunday 18 September 2022
If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, read the Position Description [link removed] and contact Simon Reeve, Manager Family & Community Services, on 1300 364 277.
Applicants who can not view the Position Description via the link above, please view from our Careers Page www.tas.relationships.org.au/careers/current-vacancies/
With guidance from the Position Description and Selection Criteria, please let us know why you are the right person to fill this role. Preference may be granted to candidates who have addressed their suitability to the Selection Criteria.
RA Tas is a recognised Employer of Choice. We are an equal opportunity employer that has a culture enabling staff to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexible working arrangements, attractive salary packaging options and a supportive team environment in which to work.
Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians are encouraged to apply.
This advertisement will expire on Sunday 18 September 2022