Counsellor & Group Facilitator – Men Choosing Change (PT)

UnitingCare Queensland; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 86,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP Salary Packaging

12 weeks paid parental leave

Recognition and rewards platform

Flexible work arrangements

Diversity and inclusive leave

Career development opportunities

Positive and inclusive team

Job summary

UnitingCare Queensland in Ipswich is seeking a Counsellor & Group Facilitator within the Men Choosing Change program. You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team to facilitate behaviour change programs and provide intake and psychoeducation support to men who use domestic and family violence.

The role focuses on risk assessment, safety planning and collaborative case planning, with responsibilities for group sessions, client assessments and confidential records, in a supportive not-for-profit

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience working in domestic and family violence, with a deep understanding of its dynamics, impacts and relevant counselling practices.
• Strong counselling skills and extensive experience working directly with clients, including those with complex needs.
• Experience in risk assessment, safety planning and creating safe, supportive environments where clients can explore their behaviour, understand its impact and develop healthier ways of relating to others.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and group facilitation skills.
• Ability to apply professional frameworks in practice and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.
• A current driver’s licence.
• A current Working with Children Check (Blue Card).

Responsibilities

• Facilitate behaviour change programs for men who use domestic and family violence, supporting accountability and positive change.
• Conduct individual intake and review sessions and facilitate group sessions using evidence-based approaches.
• Complete client assessments and maintain accurate progress notes and records.
• Develop safety plans with a strong focus on risk management and the cessation of violence
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to case planning, reviews and Risk and Safety (RAS) meetings.
• Work alongside Women’s Advocate (MCC) workers to support coordinated responses.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in line with organisational and legislative requirements.
• Participate in professional development, reflective practice and relevant training.
• Contribute to community engagement and education activities.

Skills

Counselling skills

Group facilitation

Risk assessment

Safety planning

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Professional development

Driver's licence

Working with Children Check

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

UnitingCare Queensland in Ipswich is seeking a Counsellor & Group Facilitator within the Men Choosing Change program. You’ll work with a multidisciplinary team to facilitate behaviour change programs and provide intake and psychoeducation support to men who use domestic and family violence.

The role focuses on risk assessment, safety planning and collaborative case planning, with responsibilities for group sessions, client assessments and confidential records, in a supportive not-for-profit