Senior Counsellor

BaptistCare NSW & ACT; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive salary packaging (NFP)

4-day work week option

Professional development

Clinical supervision

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounts

Purpose-driven team

Job summary

BaptistCare NSW & ACT is seeking a Senior Counsellor to deliver high-quality therapeutic support to individuals and families affected by domestic, family and sexual violence across Newcastle and Central Coast. The role emphasises trauma-informed approaches, risk assessment and safety planning, with collaboration across services to enhance client outcomes.

Applicants should have a relevant tertiary qualification and experience in DFSV, with the ability to travel between sites.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering trauma-informed counselling to DFSV clients.
• Strong risk assessment and safety planning skills.
• Ability to travel across Newcastle and the Central Coast.
• Driver's licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic counselling to individuals and families affected by DFSV.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop safety plans.
• Collaborate with internal teams, community services and external stakeholders.
• Support recovery and wellbeing using evidence-based approaches.

Skills

Trauma-informed counselling

Risk assessment

Safety planning

Client engagement

Travel readiness

Education

Tertiary qualification in Counselling/Psychology/Social Work or related discipline

Job description

Newcastle & Central Coast, NSW | Full-Time (4 Days Considered)

Not every counselling role gives you the opportunity to make a lasting impact on individuals and families recovering from domestic, family and sexual violence.

We're seeking an experienced Senior Counsellor to provide high-quality therapeutic support to individuals and families impacted by domestic, family and sexual violence (DFSV). Working across our Newcastle and Central Coast services, you'll play a key role in helping clients navigate trauma, build resilience and move towards safer, healthier futures.

• Attractive salary plus super and NFP salary packaging benefits
• Full-time role with flexibility to consider a 4-day work week
• Professional development and ongoing learning opportunities
• Clinical supervision and professional support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Financial, retail and lifestyle discounts
• Join a passionate, experienced and purpose-driven team

About the Role

This is a rewarding counselling role for an experienced practitioner passionate about supporting individuals and families affected by violence and trauma.

Using trauma-informed, strengths-based and evidence-based approaches, you will provide therapeutic counselling, undertake risk assessments, develop safety plans and work collaboratively with clients to support recovery and wellbeing.

You'll work closely with internal teams, community services and external stakeholders to deliver holistic support and strengthen outcomes for clients across the Newcastle and Central Coast regions.

A willingness to travel and work across mulitple locations is essential.

About You

You are an experienced and empathetic counsellor who understands the complex impacts of domestic, family and sexual violence and is committed to delivering safe, client-centred support.

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or a related discipline
• Minimum 2 years' experience working with individuals and families in the Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence (DFSV) sector
• Demonstrated experience delivering trauma-informed counselling and therapeutic interventions
• Strong risk assessment, safety planning and case management skills
• Ability to build trust and engage clients experiencing vulnerability and trauma
• Current Driver's Licence and ability to travel between Newcastle and the Central Coast

You’ll Thrive in This Role If You Are

• Passionate about supporting people affected by violence and trauma
• Calm, empathetic and resilient
• Skilled in trauma-informed and strengths-based practice
• Able to build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Committed to social justice, safety and inclusion
• Looking for meaningful work that creates lasting change

About Us:

BaptistCare is a leading purpose-led care organisation, guided by our Christian identity and serving people and communities across Australia for more than 110 years. We support people to live better through aged care, home care, retirement living, community services, disability support and housing.

We know that life’s challenges can make our world feel smaller. With the right people alongside us, it can feel more connected, supported and hopeful again.

That’s what we work towards every day - enriching lives through communities of care. Today, more than 78,000 customers, 12,000 employees and close to 2,000 volunteers are part of our communities across Australia.

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 variety of background checks.

BaptistCare – Inspired by Jesus to champion care for all

We do not require recruitment agency services at this time.