Rural Family Counsellor – Trauma‑Informed Therapy

Lifeline Darling Downs and South West Queensland; Dalby; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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12% Superannuation

Job summary

Lifeline Darling Downs & South West Queensland in Dalby, QLD seeks a Rural Family Counsellor. The role involves client-centred counselling for complex families and individuals across Dalby and within about a two-hour travel radius.

You will manage an active caseload, develop tailored case plans, coordinate referrals, and maintain client records with regular supervision. Travel and community disaster recovery support are required as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in counselling or equivalent
• Current Working with Children Blue Card
• Ability to articulate a framework for working with individuals, couples and families
• Experience in trauma, gambling, alcohol and other drugs is highly regarded

Responsibilities

• Provide client-centred counselling and emotional support to families and individuals within Dalby and surrounding areas
• Develop tailored case plans and facilitate referrals
• Maintain accurate client records and statistics; participate in supervision
• Engage in community disaster recovery work as required
• Collaborate with colleagues through team case discussions and reflective practice
• Work flexible hours including occasional out-of-hours as needed

Education

Bachelor of Counselling

Working with Children Blue Card

Job description

Lifeline Darling Downs & South West Queensland in Dalby, QLD seeks a Rural Family Counsellor. The role involves client-centred counselling for complex families and individuals across Dalby and within about a two-hour travel radius.

You will manage an active caseload, develop tailored case plans, coordinate referrals, and maintain client records with regular supervision. Travel and community disaster recovery support are required as needed.