AddressDo you enjoy working through complex situations with a focus on achieving positive outcomes for children, young people and families you are working with?
- Flexibility! We understand the importance of work-life balance. UMFC offers flexible work options, allowing you to shape your career in a way that suits your life
- Work for a well-regarded Not-for-Profit in a committed and supportive team
- Salary packaging opportunities to maximise your take-home pay
Your path to impact starts here with UMFC as our newest Family Counsellor.
The Role
As our next Family Counsellor, you will assist separated families, in high conflict, work out parenting arrangements; you will encourage consideration of what is in the Child's best interest. With your skills and experience, you will be crucial at providing high-quality services to families experiencing separation, utilising interventions including family counselling, parent and child group work and child-inclusive processes to achieve workable parenting arrangements in line with all regulatory and organisational guidelines and policies
Join us on a remarkable career move, immersing yourself in a thriving organisation guided by the profound vision for our communities that every child and young person is cared for.
Your Experience
To be eligible for this role, we seek a candidate who holds tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Social Sciences, Counselling or equivalent.
You will be a person who brings specialist knowledge with the Family Law Act 1975, the child and family service system and the legal system relevant to separating families. Your adept communication skills, both written and verbal, are paramount, coupled with high levels of emotional intelligence with a demonstrated sensitivity and an ability to empathise while communicating ideas that may be perceived as challenging or complex.
If you are ready to infuse your expertise and empathy into our team, we'd love to hear from you!
Ready to take the leap?
Embark on a fulfilling career journey with UMFC! To apply for this job and/or to download the Position Description, please visit https://careers.umfc.com.au/Vacancies/ and click on "Apply Now" to upload your CV/resume and address the Key Selection Criteria.
Applications will be assessed upon receipt.
All employment with UMFC is subject to and conditional upon a satisfactory Police Check and relevant 'Employee' Working with Children's Check.
UMFC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.
