Counsellor

The position forms part of Meli’s Therapeutic Counselling team which operates across Barwon and South West Victoria.

Meli's Therapeutic Counselling Program provides counselling support for individuals and affected others who are experiencing gambling related harm and counselling support for individuals, children/young people or families experiencing challenges in establishing, maintaining or strengthening family relationships. Meli's Therapeutic Counselling Program also provides Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, group work including lived experience and psychoeducation programs and outreach support in prisons.

This counselling position will have a focus on providing counselling support for individuals and affected others who are experiencing gambling related harm. The role will also have the opportunity to provide counselling support for individuals, couples or families experiencing challenges in establishing and maintaining relationships and EAP support services.

• Full-time position, working 38 hours per week
• Fixed term to 30 June 2024 
• $94,077 p/a + Super + Salary Packaging
• To view the Position Description, please

• 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

• A tertiary qualification in counselling, psychology or related behavioural sciences with applicable registration (e.g., AHPRA registration)
• An understanding of evidence based therapeutic approaches to counselling and experience working with addictive behaviours in a therapeutic setting.
• Knowledge of trauma theory, grief and loss and attachment theory.
• Ability to provide comprehensive case notes, assessments, and counselling interventions.
• Knowledge of the broader client services system, legislation, support services and organisations.
• Well-developed written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Competent in self-management and solution focused.

• Applicants must address each of the Qualifications, Skills and Experience criteria outlined in the following questionnaire and provide a current Résumé 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 shortlist and interview before the closing date of this position, so please don’t delay in applying.

For more information about the position please contact Kellie Hinchliffe, Senior Counsellor Therapeutic Services, on 03 5278 8***.

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 ***********@meli.org.au

Applications close 9:00am Tuesday 27 February 2024

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