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Senior Counsellor | Central Coast


Company : Department for Education, Children and Young Peopl


Location : Central Coast, New South Wales


Created : 2025-03-22


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Max term position until 30 June 2026 | Options for full-time or part-time hoursBased in Tuggerah, Supporting clients in the Central Coast LGAProvide quality client-centred counselling and supervision that meets the needs of our employees, clients and familiesWork for a top NFP provider with a strong 80-year history of providing careKey Benefits:Fantastic learning opportunities staff professional developmentProfessional clinical supervisionAs a registered not for profit organisation you may be eligible for generous tax-free salary packaging benefitsFinancial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefitsAn inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team membersAbout the Role:The purpose of this very rewarding role is to provide counselling, support and specialist group programmes to individuals, couples, children, and families through collaborative practices that are:Trauma informedEvidence BasedPsycho-educationalThis role will be part of the Supporting Recovery Program funded by PHN. The program aims to provide trauma-informed recovery care for victim-survivors of family, domestic and sexual violence.You are a subject matter expert and will provide quality client-centered counselling and supervision with some leadership in your team and stream that meets the needs of our employees, clients and families and is consistent with BaptistCares Purpose and Values.About You:You will be an experienced Senior Counsellor who has a genuine passion for working within the community. The successful applicant will bring:Tertiary qualifications in relevant human services (e.g. Psychology, Counselling) with a minimum 3 years experienceClinical Membership of relevant professional body (e.g. PACFA or ACA)Experience in trauma informed practiceDemonstrated experience & skills in counselling and group work including child focused counselling/play therapyDemonstrated experience in leadershipExperience in the Domestic and Family Violence sectorDemonstrated experience & skills in counselling and group work within an agency settingDemonstrated experience relating to diverse stakeholders, e.g. Government departments & other non-government organisationsDemonstrate an understanding and appreciation of BaptistCares Christian identity and promote the organisations values through interactions at workDemonstrated understanding of inclusive, respectful practice when working with First Nations, culturally and linguistically diverse, LGBTIA+ and people with disabilitiesExcellent written & oral communication skillsWorking with Children Check (or willingness to obtain)Willing to undergo a Police CheckCurrent Drivers LicenseDesirables:Demonstrated experience & skills in individual and group settings with those experiencing Domestic ViolencePost graduate qualifications in a speciality area e.g. Play Therapy, child counsellingAbout Us:BaptistCare is a leading for-purpose Christian-based care organisation that supports thousands of people across more than 100 locations in NSW, ACT and WA. From humble beginnings in 1944, BaptistCare has grown into one of the nations most respected care and community services providers. We create strong and caring communities and place people at the centre of all we do.We love what we do and the communities we help. With us you can deliver life transforming care, create a career youll love, and join a team who make a difference.If you would like to be considered for this role, please click Apply and attach your CV and a Cover Letter.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 police background and working with children checks.BaptistCare Transforming lives by expressing the love of Christ.Please note: This position is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team. We respectfully request that recruitment agencies refrain from contacting any employees directly as all communications must go through the Talent Acquisition. Unsolicited candidate profiles or CVs from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Thank you. #J-18808-Ljbffr