Counsellor & Group Facilitator, Men Choosing Change (Pt)

Unitingcare Community; Queensland; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900 p.a.

3 extra paid leave days at Christmas

Annual leave loading

Paid study leave (2 weeks per year)

Generous parental leave

Wellbeing support with Telus Health

Job summary

Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ) is seeking a Male Group Facilitator to deliver trauma‑informed group programs for men who have used domestic and family violence. This part‑time role focuses on accountability, safer relationships, and community safety within a culturally responsive framework.

You will assess suitability, run groups, provide counselling, and collaborate with partner agencies to strengthen coordinated responses. Experience in crisis support and DFV framework is valued.

Qualifications

• Empathy, professionalism and motivation to promote safety and accountability.
• Excellent communication skills for working with diverse clients and partners.
• Trauma‑informed and strengths‑based approach to service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Assess client suitability for group programs and provide ongoing case management.
• Facilitate men’s behaviour change groups and deliver individual counselling per guidelines.
• Encourage accountability and assist clients to take responsibility for their actions.
• Provide information about protection orders, legal processes, and referral pathways.
• Collaborate with police, courts and community organisations to coordinate responses to DFV.
• Work with Indigenous mentors and co‑facilitators for culturally safe service delivery.
• Support community education programs to prevent DFV.

Skills

Empathetic

Excellent communication

Trauma‑informed

Collaborative

Education

Tertiary qualifications in social or behavioural sciences

Job description

Job Description

About Us

At Relationships Australia Queensland (RAQ), we are proud to be Queensland’s leading provider of relationship and family wellbeing services. Our purpose is to provide individuals and families with the tools and support they need to build happier, healthier lives. Through education, counselling, and community programs, we help people develop the skills and resilience to navigate life’s challenges.
Our work promotes care and safety, embracing diversity to foster strong and connected communities. We are committed to expanding our expertise and leading conversations about relationships, mental health, and social connection.
By joining Relationships Australia Queensland, you can be part of a dedicated team making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and communities.

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced and engaging Male Group Facilitator to deliver group-based behaviour change programs for men who have used domestic and family violence. The role is offered on a part-time (7 days/fortnight) basis. You’ll play an important role in supporting men to take accountability for their behaviour, challenge harmful attitudes and beliefs, and develop safer, respectful ways of relating to their partners, families and communities.

Working within a trauma-informed, culturally responsive and strengths-based framework, you’ll create a safe but challenging group environment that encourages honest reflection, meaningful behaviour change and accountability, while maintaining a strong focus on victim-survivor safety. This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful change and help build safer relationships and communities.

Additionally, you will:

• Assess client suitability for participation in group programs and provide ongoing case management.
• Facilitate men’s behaviour change groups and deliver individual counselling consistent with program guidelines and best practice
• Encourage accountability and assist clients to take responsibility for their actions.
• Provide information about protection orders, legal processes, and referral pathways.
• Collaborate closely with police, courts, and community organisations to strengthen coordinated responses to domestic and family violence.
• Work in partnership with Indigenous mentors and co‑facilitators to ensure culturally safe and inclusive service delivery.
• Support community education programs that increase awareness and promote prevention of domestic and family violence.

About you

You are an empathetic, professional, and motivated individual with a strong commitment to promoting safety, respect, and accountability. You thrive in a collaborative environment, have excellent communication skills, and bring a trauma‑informed and strengths‑based approach to your work.

Identified Position – Male Applicants

RAQ has identified that this position is required to be filled by a male, as a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld). This requirement reflects the gender‑specific nature of the behaviour change program and the essential role of the male facilitator in delivering the program effectively.

Additionally, you have:

• Tertiary qualifications in social or behavioural sciences (or a similar discipline), or close to completing a relevant qualification.
• Experience supporting clients in crisis situations and working within a domestic and family violence framework.
• Experience facilitating group programs and applying adult learning principles is desirable, but not essential.
• Knowledge of the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act and related legislation.
• Ability to engage respectfully with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Strong relationship‑building skills and the ability to work effectively with partner agencies and community networks.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to maintain accurate case files and documentation.

We Can Offer You

• Work‑Life Balance – Enjoy a flexible, supportive culture that empowers you to thrive at work and at home.
• Boost Your Take‑Home Pay – Access salary packaging options of up to $15,900 per year, significantly increasing your net income.
• Extra Time Off – Recharge with 3 additional paid leave days over the Christmas period, on top of your standard annual leave.
• Annual Leave Loading – Receive extra pay when you take annual leave‑because your downtime matters.
• Study Leave – Pursuing further qualifications? We offer up to 2 weeks of paid study leave each year to support your professional growth.
• Generous Parental Leave – Take the time you need to focus on your family with our paid parental leave program.
• Wellbeing Support – Benefit from medical insurance discounts and free access to our Employee Assistance Program through Telus Health.

Annual salary on offer starts from $91,000 plus superannuation (pro rata for part‑time) to be negotiated depending upon qualifications and experience.

Join us and experience a workplace where your wellbeing, growth, and success are our top priorities.

We are committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace, where inclusion is embedded in how we work and support our people. We warmly encourage applications from First Nations peoples and recognise the value of lived experience in delivering meaningful outcomes for the communities we serve.

Applications close Wednesday 18 November 2026