Youth And Family Counsellor/Psychotherapist

Bridging the Gap has been supporting Children, Youth and Families in our local community for over 40 years. Our culture, as described by our staff, is friendly, supportive and professional. Our mission is to build hope in those who are struggling, to offer dignity and respect to all and to build resilience in our community. 
Bridging the Gap is a Christian organisation which stays true to its Mission and Values.
What you’ll do
We are looking for an experienced Youth and Family Counsellor/Psychotherapist to join our team working with young people aged 12- 18 years and their families, and hope to have our new team member start in early February 2024. Sessions are scheduled to give maximum access to youth after school, therefore this role may suit people studying or in private practice.
The details
Part-time position, 15 hours per week
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon/evenings from 1:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Located in St Marys, NSW
SCHADS Award Level 5 (paypoint dependent upon experience) plus superannuation
What you’ll bring
Master's degree in Counselling/Psychotherapy with specialisation in Adolescent counselling preferred
Current registration with CCAA, PACFA, or similar
Minimum 2 years’ counselling experience working with Youth and/or Families
Experience working across a range of issues such as: Anxiety, Depression, Gender Identity, Family Relationships, Domestic Violence, Parental Drug and Alcohol Misuse, Parenting Skills, School and Learning Difficulties
Knowledge of current Child Protection, Work Health & Safety and Privacy legislation
Excellent organisational skills
Experience working collaboratively in a team environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience using Client Management Systems, Word, Excel, and Outlook
Working with Children Check clearance
Current Police Check
NDIS Worker Clearance (desirable)
Why work with us?
We offer:
Salary Packaging
Employer-subsidised clinical supervision
Regular onsite peer supervision
Sick leave and Annual leave loading @ 17.5%
Secure parking
Friendly, supportive environment
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