Family Support Counsellor

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 300.000 - 520.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking a compassionate Family Support Counsellor to join our community-focused team. You will provide counselling to families facing challenges, support parenting, and promote healthy family dynamics.

The role includes assessments, individual, couple and family sessions, development of intervention plans, and collaboration with social services. A Master’s degree in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, and eligibility for HPCSA or SACAP registration are

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field is required.
• Registered or eligible for registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., HPCSA, SACAP).
• Proven experience in family counselling and supporting diverse family structures.
• Excellent active listening, empathy, and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Conduct initial assessments of family needs and challenges, establishing rapport and trust.
• Provide individual, couple, and family counselling sessions to address concerns.
• Develop and implement tailored intervention plans for families.
• Facilitate communication and conflict resolution within families.
• Educate families on parenting techniques, child development, and stress management.
• Collaborate with other professionals as needed.
• Deliver workshops and psychoeducational groups on family topics.
• Maintain accurate, confidential client records and progress notes.

Kenntnisse

Active listening

Empathy

Communication

Family systems theory

Developmental psychology

Autonomy

Caseload management

Assessment proficiency

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a compassionate and skilled Family Support Counsellor to join their team in Benoni, Gauteng . This crucial role involves providing guidance, support, and counselling services to families facing various challenges, including relationship difficulties, parenting stress, and life transitions. You will work collaboratively with families to identify their strengths, develop coping strategies, and enhance their communication and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will possess strong counselling abilities, a deep understanding of family dynamics, and a commitment to fostering healthy family environments. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a significant positive impact on families within the Benoni community and the wider Gauteng region. We foster a collaborative and supportive professional setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments of family needs and challenges, establishing rapport and trust.
• Provide individual, couple, and family counselling sessions to address specific concerns.
• Develop and implement tailored intervention strategies and support plans for families.
• Facilitate communication and conflict resolution within families.
• Educate families on effective parenting techniques, child development, and stress management.
• Connect families with relevant community resources and support services in Benoni .
• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date client records and progress notes.
• Collaborate with other professionals, such as social workers, educators, and healthcare providers, as needed.
• Deliver workshops and psychoeducational groups on relevant family topics.
• Stay current with best practices and research in family counselling and Community & Social Care .

Requirements

• Master's degree in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Registered or eligible for registration with a relevant professional body (e.g., HPCSA, SACAP).
• Proven experience in family counselling and providing support to diverse family structures.
• Excellent active listening, empathy, and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of family systems theory and developmental psychology.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a caseload effectively.
• Proficiency in conducting assessments and developing intervention plans.
• Experience with therapeutic modalities for families (e.g., CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy).
• Familiarity with local resources and services in Gauteng is an advantage.
• Willingness to adopt a hybrid working model, balancing in-person and remote sessions for clients in Benoni .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and specialized training.
• A supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
• The rewarding experience of helping families build stronger relationships in Benoni .
• Hybrid work flexibility to promote work-life balance.
• Contribution to a respected organization focused on community well-being in Gauteng .