Child And Family Counsellor

Join us at EACH 

For over 50 years, EACH has been dedicated to enhancing lives and fostering stronger communities through our health and support services. Our workforce comprises compassionate individuals ready to offer a wide range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals from all walks of life. Join us in our mission and together, let's create meaningful change. 

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.  

• Patterson street, Ringwood
• Part-time, 3 days a week
• $47.60 per hour

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Child and Family Counsellor to join our team at EACH. You will be providing short to medium-term counselling services to children and their families, focusing on a range of issues. The role involves working collaboratively with clients to identify goals, develop interventions, and review progress regularly. You will also be responsible for conducting risk assessments, developing safety plans, and making referrals as needed.

To view a copy of the full Position Description, click here. Alternatively, for more information please contact Sheila Ferris at *************@each.com.au   

What’s in it for you? 

Compensation: Generous Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 free income tax per year and up to $2,650 additional tax-free money to spend towards meals and entertainment 

Culture: Engaging, inclusive, and supportive team environment

Professional Development: Support for you to develop and prosper as well as mentoring and supervision.

The Team

Collaborating with other passionate and supportive professionals within a variety of disciplines, include Occupational Therapists, Speech therapists and another Allied Health Assistant, our team is dedicated to giving clients the best possible support and long-term outcomes.

About you 

You will have demonstrated experience in providing counselling services to children and their families, including conducting assessments and interventions. You possess a deep understanding and experience in working with vulnerable children and families, as well as cultural issues and the ability to work with interpreters. You are able to demonstrate the ability to prioritise and manage complex caseloads, work safely with minimal supervision, and deliver services in a timely manner. Experience in collaborating within multidisciplinary teams is essential, along with excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including report writing, workshop/conference presentations, liaison, and networking. A strong commitment to quality client service provision, excellence, and innovation in work practices is something you excel in.

You Will Have

• Relevant Tertiary qualification

• Registration with AHPRA, AASW, AFTA or PACFA

• Current working with children’s check.

• Current police check

• Current Victorian drives licence

• Demonstrated ability with Microsoft Office and data input skills on TrakCare or similar client system.

Applications close Friday 3rd May.

EACH Commitments

At EACH, we prioritize treating every individual with dignity and respect, regardless of their background, ability, or identity. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and those with lived experiences.  

EACH is committed to creating a culturally safe environment that values and supports Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people(s), recognizing and respecting their unique culture and contribution to our communities. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.  For further information regarding our commitment please see our Reconciliation Action Plan.

As a child-safe organisation, EACH prioritizes child safety and well-being by creating a secure environment for children and implementing effective organisational structures, policies, and procedures.