Trauma-informed counselling supporting children impacted by family and domestic violence
Permanent full time role with Relationships Australia NT – SCHADS Level 5.1
Join a values-driven team focused on connection, safety, inclusion and meaningful change

About the role:

Relationships Australia NT is looking for a passionate Children’s Counsellor / Group Facilitator to join our Children and Families team.

You’ll provide culturally appropriate, trauma-informed counselling and therapeutic interventions for children and families, including those experiencing the impacts of Family and Domestic Violence.

You’ll work across onsite and outreach settings, facilitate therapeutic groups for children, support parents and carers, and connect families with appropriate services and community networks.

This is an chance to work with children experiencing complex circumstances while using a strengths-based, child-focused and whole-of-family approach.

About you

You’ll bring:

Relevant qualifications in Psychology, Social Work or Counselling,



with eligibility for or current membership of the relevant qualified body or AHPRA registration.

Experience providing counselling to children and families, including complex trauma, grief, loss or behavioural difficulties.

Strong understanding of trauma, attachment and child development.

Excellent communication, assessment, case management and advocacy skills.

A commitment to cultural safety, safeguarding and working respectfully with diverse communities.

What you’ll need:
Current or ability to obtain an NT Ochre Card
Satisfactory National Criminal History Check
Current NT Driver’s Licence
Ability to travel to Tiwi regularly

Why Relationships Australia NT?

Be part of a community-focused organisation that values compassion, respect, inclusion, quality and trust — and provides meaningful support to children, families and communities across the Northern Territory.
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📌 Children’s Counsellor/group Facilitator – Relationships Australia Darwin
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