Job Description

Couple and Family Counsellor - Mental Health

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Relationships Australia NSW – Tuggerah NSW

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Full time

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24d ago , from Relationships Australia - NSW

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We're excited to introduce a newCouple and Family Counsellor – Mental Healthrole. This opportunity is ideal for a qualified clinician who values relationship‐centred, person‐focused care and enjoys working collaboratively to support individuals, couples and families experiencing mental health challenges.

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Why this role?
n This is a chance to be part of a new and purpose‐driven service, contributing to the development of integrated, relationship‐based mental health care within an evolving Hub model. The Hub operates as ano wrong doorentry point, enabling adults and their families to access information, support and services that strengthen psychological and physical health and social and emotional wellbeing.

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You'll work in a person‐centred, multidisciplinary environment that brings together clinical, peer, cultural and community expertise to deliver coordinated, relationship‐focused care. The role sits within a shared practice framework that supports collaboration, learning and consistency of care, with service delivery supported byGrand Pacific Health,Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW)andOdyssey House.

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This role offers variety, strong professional support and genuine collaboration, while allowing you to apply and further develop your expertise in couple and family work within a broader mental health context.

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About Us
n RANSW supports people through all forms of relationship distress, delivering timely, compassionate and expert care that strengthens wellbeing and connection across NSW. To learn more,read our 2024-2025 Impact Report, https://www.relationshipsnsw.org.au/about-us/annual-reports/

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Whatyou'lldo

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- Deliver high-quality therapy to individuals,couplesand families (in-person, online and phone)
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- Partner with clients as a Care/Wellbeing Navigator to develop and maintain shared mental health and recovery plans
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- Conduct intake, psychosocial and risk assessments, including safety planning
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- Provide care coordination, case management and group work and shared intake coverage
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- Apply family systems and evidence‐based frameworks, collaborate with multidisciplinary practitioners, and maintain quality documentation, supervision and professional development
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The details

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- 24-month maximumterm contract
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- Full time position
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- Location: Tuggerah, close to train station
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- Approx $50-56 per hour (depending on skills and experience) + 12% superannuation, 17.5% leaveloading, salarypackaging to reduce your taxable income, and other benefits
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Whatyou'llbring

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- Qualifications inCounselling, Counselling & Psychotherapy, Relationship Counselling or Couple & Family Counselling
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- Eligibility for registration withAHPRA, AASW, PACFA or ACA
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- Minimum 100 hours of clinically supervised counselling experience
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- Experience working with couples and families within a solid family systems framework
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- Understanding of mental health, family violence, childprotectionand addiction
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- A warm, culturally safe, trauma-informed approach
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- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting
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Why work with us?

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- Make a genuine differencetothe lives ofindividuals,



couples and families
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- Be part of a supportive and dynamic team,work with people whotruly careabout whatweachieve together
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- Access a range of staff benefits,including flexible working options,additionalleave days, the Employee Referral Reward program, and a Fitness Passport
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- Increase your take-home paythrough generous salary packaging options, including up to $15,900 per year for everyday expenses and $2,650 for entertainment(visit https://www.salary.com.au/calculate-your-savings to find out more)
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- Work in an organisation committed to deepening our relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.We have a stretch Reconciliation Action Plan to guide our efforts to build strong relationships, increased employment, and enhanced respect between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other communities
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- We value inclusion and belonging.We'reproud to be recognised as a Diversity Council Australia Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026. Our SWEET team (Staff Wellbeing, Engagement and Empowerment Team) brings together staff from across RANSW to champion diversity,wellbeingand workplace connection.
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Next Steps
n Interested? Apply today! Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.

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RANSW requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check before employment.

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