Counsellor - Parenting Support (Part-Time, Mackay)

UnitingCare; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 61,000 - 86,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP Salary Packaging

Staff Discounts

Recognition platform

Parental leave 12 weeks

Diversity leave

Career development

Flexible work

Inclusive team

Job summary

UnitingCare Queensland is seeking a Counsellor for the Parenting Orders Program in Mackay. The role is a maximum term part-time position (3 days per week) until 30 June 2027, based in Mackay with some evening work. Remuneration is $53.43 per hour plus super and NFP salary packaging.

As a Counsellor you will assess, counsel, provide psychoeducation, referrals and case management to parents experiencing separation or conflict, supporting children and families through referrals and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in Psychology, Social Work or Behavioural Science from a recognised tertiary institution.
• Eligible for APS; AASW or PACFA membership.
• Current Queensland Driver's Licence.
• Blue Card (Suitability Card) for Child Related Employment.
• Willingness to undergo a criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Providing assessment, counselling, psychoeducation, referrals, and case management to parents.
• Providing support to children and families through referrals and case collaboration.

Skills

Counselling

Assessment

Psychoeducation

Case management

Referral coordination

Education

Bachelor level degree in Psychology, Social Work or Behavioural Science

Job description

UnitingCare Queensland is seeking a Counsellor for the Parenting Orders Program in Mackay. The role is a maximum term part-time position (3 days per week) until 30 June 2027, based in Mackay with some evening work. Remuneration is $53.43 per hour plus super and NFP salary packaging.

As a Counsellor you will assess, counsel, provide psychoeducation, referrals and case management to parents experiencing separation or conflict, supporting children and families through referrals and collaboration.