Counsellor/Group Worker

BaptistCare; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous tax-free salary packaging benefits

Financial, retail, and lifestyle discounts

Professional development opportunities

Professional clinical supervision

Job summary

A leading Christian care organization seeks a Men's Behaviour Change Counsellor / Group Facilitator based in Penrith, NSW. This part-time role offers a flexible schedule of 3 to 4 days per week, with no weekend work. Candidates will provide counselling and lead group programs supporting men, focusing on trauma-informed practices and overcoming domestic violence. Suitable applicants will have relevant qualifications and experience in counselling, group work, and engagement with diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Psychology or Counselling required.
• Clinical membership in a recognized body is essential.
• Experience facilitating Men's Behaviour Change Programs necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide counselling and support for individuals and families.
• Facilitate group sessions focused on behaviour change.
• Implement trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches.

Skills

Counselling

Group facilitation

Experience with men's behaviour change

Trauma-informed practice

Diverse group engagement

Social justice commitment

Education

Tertiary qualifications in relevant human services

Clinical membership of relevant professional body

Job description

Overview

• Max term part time term position until 30 June 2026 (with view to extend) offering 3 to 4 days per week
• Based at Penrith working across sites in Western Sydney, including St Marys and Mt Druitt
• Facilitate group sessions and provide counselling as part of the Men’s Behaviour Change Program

We’re looking for an experienced Men’s Behaviour Change Counsellor / Group Facilitator to join our Men’s Behaviour Change Program, supporting men through specialist group programs.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real impact while enjoying flexible hours—3 to 4 days per week with no weekend work. The schedule includes Monday to Wednesday from 12:30PM to 8:30PM and one additional day from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

• As a registered not for profit organisation, you may be eligible for generous tax-free salary packaging benefits
• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Fantastic learning opportunities - staff professional development
• Professional clinical supervision
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members

About the Role

This role provides counselling, support, and specialist group programs to individuals and families using trauma-informed, evidence-based, and psycho-educational approaches. You’ll help clients overcome challenges, build resilience, and improve relationships, with a strong focus on working with families affected by domestic violence and supporting both those who have experienced and those who use violence, as this is a core part of our work.

About the Team

Our team work together to create trusted places where people gather, community is strong and lives are transformed. We walk with each person to understand the unique circumstances of their life and we empower them to live well through practical and reliable support.

About You

The successful applicant will bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in relevant human services (e.g. Psychology, Counselling) or equivalent demonstrated experience
• Clinical membership of relevant professional body (e.g. PACFA - Psychotherapy and Counsellors Association of Australia)
• Experience working with men and facilitating Men’s Behaviour Change Programs
• Demonstrated experience & skills in counselling and group work
• Experience in providing counselling in an agency setting
• Demonstrated experience & skills in individual and group settings with people experiencing and/or using Domestic Family Violence (leading DV programs/groups)
• Experience in trauma informed practice
• Demonstrated experience relating to diverse groups, e.g. Government departments & other agencies
• Demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of BaptistCare’s Christian identity and promote the organisation’s values through interactions at work
• Demonstrated understanding of inclusive, respectful practice when working with First Nations, culturally and linguistically diverse, LGBTIA+ and people with disabilities
• Demonstrated commitment to social justice outcomes in counselling & group work
• Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)
• Willing to undergo a Police Check

If you’re passionate about creating positive change, we’d love to hear from you!

About Us

We are proud to be part of the merged care organisation that will be known nationally as BaptistCare. As a for purpose, Christian care organisation, we are committed to providing exceptional support and services across Australia. Together with Baptcare (VIC, TAS, SA) and Baptist Care SA we employ over 12,000 dedicated employees and support over 38,000 customers to help people live well with dignity and purpose. From older Australians and their families to people facing significant disadvantage, our passion and our priority are the customers we serve. We strive to deliver care as it should be - with people right at the centre.

We love what we do and the communities we help. With us you can deliver life transforming care, create a career you’ll love, and join a team who make a difference.

If you would like to be considered for this role, please click “Apply” and attach your CV and a Cover Letter.

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications may be reviewed prior to the closing date. Closing Date is subject to change without notice.

Successful applications will be subject to a police background and working with children checks.

BaptistCare - Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.

Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you.