Salary: $50 - $58 p/h + super + salary packagingFull-time, permanent opportunityPsychologist Grade 2 or SACS Level 5, depending on qualifications and experienceMake a real difference in your community.We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Therapeutic Counsellor to support individuals, families and others affected by gambling-related harm.As a not-for-profit organisation, Better Health Network supports people and families at different stages of life and works with communities to strengthen health and wellbeing.
We believe that better health and wellbeing is built around community.About the roleAs a Therapeutic Counsellor in our Gamblers Help program, you'll provide evidence-informed counselling and therapeutic support that helps clients stabilise or reduce gambling behaviours, strengthen their wellbeing and achieve lasting positive change.Your responsibilities will include:Providing assessment, counselling and case management for individuals, couples, families and others affected by gambling-related harmDeveloping treatment plans and delivering client-centred, recovery-focused interventionsMaintaining accurate client records, case notes, reports and correspondenceProviding information, referrals and follow-up supportWorking collaboratively with counsellors, financial counsellors and other service providersParticipating in individual and group clinical supervisionContributing to service improvement and program developmentAbout youYou'll be an experienced counsellor or psychologist who can build trusted relationships and provide sensitive, effective support to people experiencing complex challenges.To be successful, you'll bring:A qualification in psychology or counsellingCurrent professional registration with AASW, ACA,



PACFA or AHPRAKnowledge and experience in the therapeutic treatment of addictive behaviours, mental health concerns and gambling-related harmExperience providing community-based counselling to individuals, couples and families experiencing multiple or complex issuesStrong clinical assessment and case management skillsThe ability to develop referral pathways and work effectively with other servicesExcellent communication, organisation and time management skillsThe ability to work independently and collaboratively within a teamLocationThis role is based at Bentleigh East with travel required across community settings and other BHN locations, such as Frankston and Dandenong, as needed.At BHN, you'll join a values-driven organisation that genuinely cares about its people and the communities it serves.
We offer:Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balanceSalary packaging benefits to increase your take-home payProfessional development, learning and regular supervisionA collaborative and supportive team cultureThe chance to make a meaningful impact every dayApply by 5pm Thursday 3 rd September ****.
Applications will be assessed as received, so early applications are encouraged.For enquiries, please contactPaul Thompson, Team Leader Gambler's Help (Therapeutic Counselling) We value Accountability, Collaboration, Respect and Courage, and strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes people from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse, and LGBTQIA+ communities.Pre-employment checks include reference checks, a National Police Check, Working with Children Check, statutory declaration, required professional registration, evidence of the right to work in Australia and compliance with the applicable immunisation requirements.
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📌 Therapeutic Counsellor (Melbourne)
🏢 Better Health Network
📍 Melbourne