Counsellor ROSA - Full Time- Townsville

Centacare North Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Centacare North Queensland is seeking a Counsellor to deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to children and young people aged 6 to 18 years. You will assess therapeutic needs, develop individualised therapy plans and support positive outcomes through trauma-informed practice, working alongside Child Safety, carers, schools and other key stakeholders.

You will also play an important role in supporting each child's care team by providing education and strategies that promote emotional

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioural Science or a related discipline.
• Experience or knowledge of trauma-informed practice, attachment theory and child development.
• Current driver's licence.
• Ability to obtain Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide trauma-informed counselling to children and young people.
• Complete therapeutic assessments and develop individual therapy plans.
• Work collaboratively with Child Safety, carers, schools and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate client records and case documentation.
• Monitor therapeutic progress and contribute to positive client outcomes.
• Advocate for children while working within best practice and legislative requirements.

Skills

Trauma-informed practice

Strong communication

Relationship building

Driver's licence

Education

Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioural Science or related discipline

Job description

Why Join Centacare North Queensland?

At Centacare, we believe in creating positive change for individuals, families and communities across North Queensland.

We offer:

• Salary Packaging options to increase your take-home pay.
• Supportive supervision and professional development.
• A collaborative and values-driven workplace.
• Opportunities to work within an experienced multidisciplinary team.
• Meaningful work that creates lasting impact in the lives of children and families.

About the Role

As a Counsellor, you will deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions to children and young people aged 6 to 18 years. Working alongside Child Safety, carers, schools and other key stakeholders, you will assess therapeutic needs, develop individualised therapy plans and support positive outcomes through trauma-informed practice.

You will also play an important role in supporting each child's care team by providing education and strategies that promote emotional regulation, resilience and recovery.

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide trauma-informed counselling to children and young people.
• Complete therapeutic assessments and develop individual therapy plans.
• Work collaboratively with Child Safety, carers, schools and other professionals.
• Maintain accurate client records and case documentation.
• Monitor therapeutic progress and contribute to positive client outcomes.
• Advocate for children while working within best practice and legislative requirements.

About You

You are passionate about supporting children to overcome adversity and have the skills to engage young people using evidence-based therapeutic approaches.

You'll also bring:

• A tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioural Science or a related discipline.
• Experience or knowledge of trauma-informed practice, attachment theory and child development.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Knowledge of the Queensland Child Protection System (desirable).
• A current driver's licence.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance.

Centacare North Queensland is a Child Safe and Equal Opportunities Employer. People from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Applicants must have appropriate work rights in Australia.