Youth and Family Counsellor
The Salvation Army Australia
Date: 1 day ago
City: Blacktown, New South Wales
Contract type: Part time
Number Of Positions Available
1
About Us
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Why this role matters
The Salvation Army (Salvos) Youth Services encompasses a range of programs for vulnerable young people, their families, and the community. Our services have a strong focus on prevention and early intervention and enable access to safe accommodation options, Holistic case management, community outreach programs and programs that teach vital independent living skills. Our centres are safe and supportive environments creating an ideal environment for growth, where participants feel believed in, valued, listened to, and respected.
About The Role
As a Youth and Family Counsellor, this is your opportunity to support young people at risk of homelessness through safe, inclusive counselling, and to work closely with families and schools to meet student needs. Reporting to the Reconnect Co-ordinator, this is a Permanent Part-Time role, located in Blacktown, NSW.
How You Will Make An Impact
Remove points that are not relevant to the role
The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:
Compensation is in accordance with Health Professional Employees Award lvl 3
How To Apply
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
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About Us
The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.
Why this role matters
The Salvation Army (Salvos) Youth Services encompasses a range of programs for vulnerable young people, their families, and the community. Our services have a strong focus on prevention and early intervention and enable access to safe accommodation options, Holistic case management, community outreach programs and programs that teach vital independent living skills. Our centres are safe and supportive environments creating an ideal environment for growth, where participants feel believed in, valued, listened to, and respected.
About The Role
As a Youth and Family Counsellor, this is your opportunity to support young people at risk of homelessness through safe, inclusive counselling, and to work closely with families and schools to meet student needs. Reporting to the Reconnect Co-ordinator, this is a Permanent Part-Time role, located in Blacktown, NSW.
How You Will Make An Impact
- Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans to support young people in the Reconnect program
- Build strong rapport with young people, their families, and caregivers to provide inclusive and effective support
- Provide counselling and family mediation to improve individual wellbeing and family relationships
- Offer appropriate referrals and work collaboratively with internal and external service providers
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with schools and community agencies to support program outcomes
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- A Tertiary qualification in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or a related field
- Registration with relevant professional association (i.e. ACA, PACFA, AHPRA, ASWA)
- Demonstrated experience in counselling intervention to young people and/or families
- A current driver's licence
- Proof of covid-19 Vaccination
The Salvos offer eligible employee's a well-balanced package of meaningful benefits including:
- Salary packaging up to $15,900 tax free + $2,650 meal entertainment benefit.
- Generous Paid Parental leave for primary (12 weeks) & secondary carers, Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) and 5 days paid leave per year to experience working in other TSA programs or activities.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives incl Fitness Passport
- Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency.
- Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable / social impacts.
Compensation is in accordance with Health Professional Employees Award lvl 3
How To Apply
If you’re passionate about making a difference and ready to join a team dedicated to creating positive change, please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your alignment with the requirements of the role. Together we can build a brighter future.
The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.
We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration
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