Job Counsellor - Counselling after Separation, Launceston

Introduction

Relationships Australia Tasmania (RA Tas) is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation firmly committed to helping people and communities thrive. We deliver a variety of programmes to assist individuals and families.

Our culture is the foundation upon which everything else is built. That’s why we invest in building an environment where our people feel supported and motivated to help make our vision a reality. We believe that a collective effort that draws upon the diverse strengths of all staff create the best results.

The diverse background and perspectives of our staff, the people we support, and our inclusive and collaborative culture are the keys to our success.

At RA Tas, we deliver compassionate, high-quality support to individuals, couples, and families experiencing separation, conflict, or emotional distress. Our Early Intervention Services assist families with complex needs to build resilience, strengthen relationships, and enhance wellbeing.

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Counsellor to join our supportive team and make a meaningful impact in the lives of clients navigating relationship breakdown. In this role, you will provide therapeutic counselling to individuals, families, and separated couples—supporting emotional and mental wellbeing, addressing grief and loss, and assessing the effects of family dynamics on children and other members.

You will also collaborate with external services for referrals, maintain accurate client records, and uphold the values and ethical standards of RA Tas—all while contributing to our mission of fostering respectful and positive relationships.

Do you fit the bill

• A degree in Social Work, Psychology or an equivalent qualification relevant to therapeutic counselling.
• Experience providing a broad range of counselling services in individual or family contexts.
• A strong understanding of family dynamics, grief and loss, and the psychological development of relationships.
• The ability to engage effectively with diverse clients across various backgrounds and support needs.
• Knowledge of mandatory reporting, suicide intervention, and working with people affected by family violence.

Benefits

• Salary starting from $ 90,063 to $ 98,188 + Super / *Pro-rata
• Subject to your qualifications and years of relevant experience, a 5% loading may be applicable for this role
• Additional PAID leave days (up to 5 per year *pro-rata)
• Gender affirmation leave
• Up to 4 weeks extra leave per year through our purchased leave scheme
• Additional Salary packaging options (up to $15,900 General Living Expenses and $2,650 Entertainment Benefits TAX FREE each FB year)
• Discounted Corporate health insurance
• Generous parental leave options (up to 14 weeks primary caregiver and 6 weeks secondary caregiver *12 months continuous service)
• Individual workplace flexibility options
• Industry best practice Supervision to support you in your professional journey
• Employer supported study leave options
• Ongoing Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Services

If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, read the Position Description and contact Darisha McKnight, Manager Clinical and Services Development, on 1300 364 277.

Applicants who can not view the Position Description via the link above, please view from our Careers Page https://www.tas.relationships.org.au/careers...rent-vacancies/

With guidance from the Position Description and Selection Criteria, please let us know why you are the right person to fill this role. Preference may be granted to candidates who have addressed their suitability to the Selection Criteria.

At RA Tas People Matter. To make sure we are recruiting the right people for the job, we want genuine responses in your application, directly from you.

RA Tas is a recognised Employer of Choice. We are an equal opportunity employer that has a culture enabling staff to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexible working arrangements, attractive salary packaging options and a supportive team environment in which to work.

Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians are encouraged to apply.