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About the Organisation
Sydney Couple and Family Specialists is a well-established private practice based in Sydney CBD, specialising in systemic therapy for couples and families. The practice provides a professional and supportive environment focused on high-quality, relationship-centred care.

About the Role
This internship offers a unique opportunity for therapists looking to build confidence and clinical skills in working with couples. You will receive training and supervision while gaining experience in systemic therapy within a private practice setting.

The role is designed as a pathway into an ongoing contract position, supporting your transition into couple and family therapy practice.

Key Responsibilities
- Participate in training and supervision in systemic couples therapy
- Deliver therapeutic services under guidance and support
- Develop skills in working with couples and families
- Maintain professional standards, documentation and boundaries
- Engage in the broader functioning of a private practice environment

Experience Required
- Undergraduate degree in Counselling, Psychology or Social Work
- Completion of a couples training course (or equivalent)
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working with individuals
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries

Desirable
- Systemic training
- Postgraduate qualification in couple or family counselling

The Details
- Organisation: Sydney Couple and Family Specialists
- Work Type: Internship (pathway to contract)
- Location: Sydney CBD, NSW
- Schedule: 2–3 clinical days per week (including one Saturday per fortnight, with some evening work)
- Remuneration: To be discussed
- Applications close: 15 July 2026

How to Apply
Please submit a one-page cover letter addressing the essential and desirable criteria, including a paragraph on your interest in the role, along with your CV.
Email applications to [email protected]
Please note you are applying for the Internship position.

Contact
Jacqueline McDiarmid
[email protected]

About the Organisation
Sydney Couple and Family Specialists is a well-established private practice based in Sydney CBD, supporting individuals, couples and families to build healthier and more connected relationships. The practice works across a wide range of relational challenges including communication issues, conflict, parenting, separation and complex family dynamics.

Using evidence-based, systemic approaches, the team provides a safe, respectful and non-judgemental space for clients to explore relationship patterns and develop practical tools for change. The focus is on creating meaningful, lasting outcomes through relationship-centred care.

About the Role
This is a contract opportunity for an experienced Couple and Relationship Therapist to join a busy and highly regarded practice. You will deliver therapy to couples and families while building your own caseload within a supportive professional environment.

This role is ideal for clinicians who value autonomy but prefer not to take on the full financial and administrative responsibilities of private practice. You will be supported to grow your clinical practice and develop your expertise in systemic therapy.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver systemic therapy to couples and families
- Conduct assessments and develop therapeutic interventions
- Maintain professional documentation and boundaries
- Work independently while contributing to a collaborative practice environment

Experience Required
- Undergraduate degree in Counselling, Psychology or Social Work
- Completion of couples therapy training
- Systemic training or comparable professional development
- Minimum 3 years’ experience working with couples
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Ability to work independently and maintain professional boundaries

Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in couple or family counselling

The Details
- Organisation: Sydney Couple and Family Specialists
- Work Type: Contract
- Location: Sydney CBD, NSW
- Schedule: Three clinical days per week (including one Saturday per fortnight)
- Remuneration: To be negotiated with successful candidate
- Applications close: 15 July 2026

How to Apply
Please email your cover letter and CV to [email protected]
Include a one-page cover letter addressing the essential and desirable criteria.

Contact
Jacqueline McDiarmid
[email protected]

About the Organisation
Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW) supports people through all forms of relationship distress, delivering timely, compassionate and expert care that strengthens wellbeing and connection across NSW.

About the Role
This role offers an opportunity to contribute to an evolving, integrated model of relationship-based mental health care. Based in Gosford, you will work in a person-centred, multidisciplinary environment supporting individuals, couples and families.

The service operates as a ‘no wrong door’ entry point, helping clients access coordinated supports that enhance psychological, physical, social and emotional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality therapy to individuals, couples and families (in-person, online and phone)
- Work as a Care/Wellbeing Navigator to develop and maintain recovery plans
- Conduct intake, psychosocial and risk assessments, including safety planning
- Provide care coordination, case management and group work
- Apply family systems and evidence-based therapeutic approaches
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary practitioners across clinical and community teams
- Maintain clinical documentation and engage in supervision and professional development

Experience Required
- Postgraduate qualification in Relationship Counselling or Couple and Family Counselling
- Eligibility for PACFA, ACA (Level 3 or 4), AASW or AHPRA registration
- Minimum 100 hours of clinically supervised counselling experience
- Experience working with couples and families within a family systems framework
- Understanding of mental health, family violence, child protection and addiction
- Trauma-informed, culturally safe practice
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively

The Details
- Organisation: Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW)
- Work Type: Full-time, 24-month maximum term contract
- Location: Gosford, NSW (close to train station)
- Start Date: Mid-June 2026
- Salary: Approx $48 – $54 per hour + super + leave loading + salary packaging
- Applications close: 18 May 2026

What We Offer
- Flexible working options and additional leave days
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Professional development and supervision opportunities
- Salary packaging benefits to increase take-home pay
- Inclusive workplace recognised as a Diversity Council Australia Inclusive Employer
- Commitment to reconciliation and community engagement

How to Apply
Apply via the job listing: View and apply here

Additional Information
The preferred applicant will be required to complete a National Criminal History Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to employment.

About the Organisation
Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW) supports people through all forms of relationship distress, delivering timely, compassionate and expert care that strengthens wellbeing and connection across NSW.

About the Role
This role offers an opportunity to contribute to a new, integrated model of relationship-based mental health care. Based in Tuggerah, you will work in a person-centred, multidisciplinary environment supporting individuals, couples and families.

The service operates as a ‘no wrong door’ entry point, helping clients access coordinated supports that enhance psychological, physical, social and emotional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality therapy to individuals, couples and families (in-person, online and phone)
- Work as a Care/Wellbeing Navigator to develop and maintain recovery plans
- Conduct intake, psychosocial and risk assessments, including safety planning
- Provide care coordination, case management and group work
- Apply family systems and evidence-based therapeutic approaches
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary practitioners across clinical and community teams
- Maintain clinical documentation and engage in supervision and professional development

Experience Required
- Postgraduate qualification in Relationship Counselling or Couple and Family Counselling
- Eligibility for PACFA, ACA (Level 3 or 4), AASW or AHPRA registration
- Minimum 100 hours of clinically supervised counselling experience
- Experience working with couples and families within a family systems framework
- Understanding of mental health, family violence, child protection and addiction
- Trauma-informed, culturally safe practice
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively

The Details
- Organisation: Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW)
- Work Type: Full-time, 24-month maximum term contract
- Location: Tuggerah, NSW (close to train station)
- Start Date: Mid-June 2026
- Salary: Approx $48 – $54 per hour + super + leave loading + salary packaging
- Applications close: 27 May 2026

What We Offer
- Flexible working options and additional leave days
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Professional development and supervision opportunities
- Salary packaging benefits to increase take-home pay
- Inclusive workplace recognised as a Diversity Council Australia Inclusive Employer
- Commitment to reconciliation and community engagement

How to Apply
Apply via the job listing: View and apply here

Additional Information
The preferred applicant will be required to complete a National Criminal History Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to employment.

About the Organisation
Forensic Intervention Services (FIS) is a specialist program area of Corrections Victoria providing offence-specific, evidence-based assessment and intervention services to support rehabilitation for people in custody and in the community. The service holds expertise in areas including violent extremism, restorative justice and family violence.

About the Role
This is an opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team delivering best-practice forensic intervention within a correctional environment. You will work within the Risk-Needs-Responsivity model to support rehabilitation through individualised assessment, treatment and intervention.

Ongoing and fixed-term opportunities are available, including part-time roles across metropolitan Melbourne and regional locations.

Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive and risk assessments
- Undertake clinical interviews to develop person-centred rehabilitation pathways
- Deliver evidence-based treatment interventions
- Facilitate individual and group-based treatment programs
- Prepare treatment plans, reports and risk assessments for stakeholders
- Travel to correctional facilities as required

Experience Required
- Master’s degree in Counselling or related field
- Membership with ACA or registration with PACFA
- Strong clinical skills and interest in forensic practice
- Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team environment

The Details
- Organisation: Forensic Intervention Services (Corrections Victoria)
- Work Type: Full-time (hybrid, with travel required)
- Location: Melbourne, VIC (50 Franklin Street) and regional locations
- Salary: $116,413 – $140,849 per annum + super
- Department: Forensic Intervention Services
- Applications: Ongoing

How to Apply
Apply via: View and apply here

Contact
Michael Stanley
[email protected]

About the Organisation
Relationships Australia NT (RA-NT) is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation providing a broad range of services to support individuals, families and communities, regardless of background or circumstances.

About the Role
This role provides counselling services to children and their families, delivering innovative and culturally appropriate therapeutic responses informed by trauma-sensitive practice.

The position focuses on supporting vulnerable children, particularly those impacted by domestic and family violence, through both individual counselling and group-based interventions. You will also engage in outreach work, including regular travel to the Tiwi Islands.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver culturally responsive counselling to children and families
- Facilitate therapeutic group programs for children
- Support whole-of-family interventions, including parents and kinship carers
- Manage complex cases using trauma-informed and strengths-based approaches
- Assess client needs and tailor therapeutic responses
- Advocate for children and connect families with appropriate supports
- Maintain accurate case notes and comply with professional standards
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders
- Contribute to program development and community engagement

Experience Required
- Relevant qualifications in Psychology, Social Work or Counselling
- Eligibility for or membership with a professional body (PACFA, AASW, ACA) or AHPRA registration
- Experience delivering counselling services to children using a whole-of-family approach
- Knowledge of trauma-informed practice, child development and attachment theory
- Strong written and verbal communication skills

The Details
- Organisation: Relationships Australia NT
- Work Type: Full-time
- Location: Darwin, NT with regular travel to Tiwi Islands
- Salary: SCHADS Award Grade 5 + salary packaging (up to $15,899 + $2,650 meal/entertainment benefits)
- Department: Children and Families

How to Apply
Email your cover letter and CV to [email protected]
For more information, visit RA-NT Careers

Contact
Terri Stuart
Phone: 08 8923 4999

About the Organisation
NSW Health delivers high-quality public health services across the state, with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal communities through culturally safe, community-led care.

About the Role
This role provides culturally safe, trauma-informed counselling and support to Aboriginal children, adults and families impacted by sexual assault and interpersonal violence. You will work in partnership with local communities and services to improve access to care and support healing and recovery.

The role is part of an Aboriginal Development Pathway, offering structured supervision, mentoring, cultural support and funded training, with opportunities to progress into senior clinical roles across multiple classifications.

Key Responsibilities
- Provide trauma-informed, culturally safe counselling and therapeutic support
- Conduct holistic psychosocial assessments and complex case management
- Work closely with Aboriginal communities, leaders and services
- Participate in community education, engagement and prevention activities
- Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives
- Participate in a supported 24/7 on-call roster

Experience Required
- Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement (Section 14 Anti-Discrimination Act 1977)
- Qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or related field
- Experience working with Aboriginal communities and understanding intergenerational trauma
- Skills in child-centred, family-focused counselling and case management
- Current NSW driver’s licence and willingness to travel

The Details
- Organisation: NSW Health
- Work Type: Permanent full-time
- Location: Wagga Wagga, NSW
- Salary: $65,012 – $138,482 per annum + super + leave loading
- Hours: 38 hours per week
- Applications close: 4 June 2026

What We Offer
- Structured Aboriginal Development Pathway with mentoring and cultural supervision
- Professional development and funded training opportunities
- Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
- Meaningful community-based work with real impact
- Opportunities for career progression across clinical pathways

How to Apply
Apply online via the NSW Health job listing or contact Katie Lynch-Ridley at [email protected] or 0499 611 788 for more information.

Additional Information
This is a Category A NSW Health position requiring immunisation and screening. NSW Health is committed to Child Safe Standards and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

About the Organisation
NSW Health delivers high-quality public health services across the state, with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal communities through culturally safe, community-led care.

About the Role
SAFE WAYZ is a statewide initiative delivering an integrated, culturally grounded response for children under 10 displaying problematic or harmful sexual behaviours. The program takes a strengths-based, family-focused, culturally centred and trauma-informed approach with a strong focus on Aboriginal children, families and communities.

This role offers a supported Aboriginal development pathway, providing opportunities to enter at various experience levels and progress into senior clinical roles through structured supervision, mentoring, cultural support and funded training.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver early support, counselling and safety planning for children under 10
- Contribute to prevention and early intervention initiatives with Aboriginal communities and organisations
- Conduct holistic psychosocial assessments incorporating cultural care and family strengths
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Safe Wayz, SAS, CPCS, JCPRP and CAMHS
- Participate in clinical and cultural supervision, professional development and on-call roster

Experience Required
- Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement (Section 14 Anti-Discrimination Act 1977)
- Qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or related field
- Experience working with Aboriginal communities and understanding intergenerational trauma
- Skills in child-centred, family-focused counselling and case management
- Current NSW driver’s licence and willingness to travel

The Details
- Organisation: NSW Health
- Work Type: Part-time (23 hours per week), permanent
- Location: Wagga Wagga, NSW
- Salary: $65,012 – $138,482 per annum (pro rata) + super + leave loading
- Requisition ID: REQ650834
- Applications close: 3 June 2026

What We Offer
- Structured Aboriginal Development Pathway with mentoring and cultural supervision
- Professional development and funded training opportunities
- Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
- Meaningful community-based work with real impact
- Salary packaging, wellbeing support and relocation assistance (where applicable)

How to Apply
Apply online via the NSW Health job listing or contact Katie Lynch-Ridley at [email protected] or 0499 611 788 for more information.

Additional Information
This is a Category A NSW Health position requiring immunisation and screening. NSW Health is committed to Child Safe Standards and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and diverse communities.

About the Organisation
CatholicCare NT’s Supporting Children after Separation Program (SCASP) provides a safe and supportive environment for children and young people adjusting to family separation. The program focuses on building resilience, supporting emotional expression and strengthening relationships with parents and caregivers.

Through age-appropriate support, the program helps children understand changes in family structure, develop healthy coping strategies and maintain positive connections with both parents where possible.

About the Role
As a Children’s Counsellor, you will deliver high-quality, culturally appropriate counselling services to support children and young people during or after parental separation, including those experiencing family violence.

You will provide a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions including individual, family and group counselling, as well as support, information and referrals to enhance wellbeing and mental health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver counselling services to children, young people and families
- Provide individual, group and family-based therapeutic interventions
- Support children through key family transition stages
- Deliver culturally appropriate and trauma-informed care
- Provide referrals and support services where required

Experience Required
- Relevant qualification in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or related field
- Experience working with children, young people and families
- Membership or eligibility for PACFA, ACA, AASW or equivalent
- Demonstrated ability to use a range of evidence-based counselling approaches

The Details
- Organisation: CatholicCare NT
- Work Type: Full-time
- Location: Berrimah, NT
- Salary: SCHADS Award Grade 5 – $101,791 per annum + super
- Department: FaRS
- Applications close: 12 May 2026

How to Apply
For a full role description and to apply, visit:
CatholicCare NT Careers

Additional Information
Applications close at 9:00am Tuesday 12 May 2026.

About the Organisation
NSW Health delivers high-quality public health services across the state, supporting communities through evidence-informed, person-centred care, including targeted mental health and wellbeing programs in rural and regional areas.

About the Role
In this role, you will provide strengths-based, community-focused counselling to individuals and families experiencing stress related to drought and rural hardship, meeting people where they feel most supported.

You will work both autonomously and collaboratively with multidisciplinary mental health teams across the Murrumbidgee region, delivering interventions that build resilience, connection and wellbeing in rural communities.

Key Responsibilities
- Provide supportive, strengths-based counselling to people in drought-affected communities
- Deliver evidence-informed interventions including CBT, mindfulness and single-session approaches
- Engage with local farming and community networks
- Support clients through referrals, advice and advocacy
- Travel across the district to deliver outreach-based support

Experience Required
- Relevant tertiary qualification with professional registration or eligibility
- Strong counselling skills using strengths-based and resilience-building approaches
- Experience working within multidisciplinary environments
- Excellent communication, problem-solving and stakeholder engagement skills

The Details
- Organisation: NSW Health
- Work Type: Temporary full-time (until 30 June 2026, with possible extension)
- Location: Deniliquin, NSW
- Salary: $86,364 – $108,943 per annum + super + leave loading
- Hours: Up to 38 hours per week
- Requisition ID: REQ653300
- Applications close: 29 May 2026

What We Offer
- Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
- Engaging and meaningful community-based work
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and inclusive workplace culture
- Relocation considerations (where applicable)

How to Apply
Apply via the NSW Health job listing: View and apply here

Contact
Laura Hand-Ross
[email protected]
Phone: 03 5880 2100

Additional Information
This is a Category A NSW Health position requiring immunisation and screening. NSW Health is committed to Child Safe Standards and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and diverse communities.

About the Organisation
NSW Health delivers high-quality public health services across the state, with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal communities through culturally safe, community-led care.

About the Role
As a New Street Counsellor, you will deliver counselling and assessment services to children and young people (10–17 years) who have engaged in harmful sexual behaviours, while supporting their families and caregivers.

This role sits within the Priority Populations Program Aboriginal Development Pathway, offering structured mentoring, cultural supervision and funded training to support career progression across multiple clinical classifications.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver counselling and assessment services for children and young people
- Provide cultural consultation and ensure a culturally safe environment
- Engage in community development and capacity building with Aboriginal communities
- Collaborate with interagency partners including DCJ, Education and Out-of-Home Care
- Participate in outreach services, including some after-hours work and travel
- Maintain accurate client records and contribute to service improvement

Experience Required
- Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement (Section 14 Anti-Discrimination Act 1977)
- Qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Welfare or Mental Health
- Experience working with Aboriginal communities and understanding intergenerational trauma
- Skills in child-centred, family-focused counselling and case management
- Commitment to completing or holding the Graduate Certificate in Human and Community Services (Interpersonal Trauma)
- Current NSW driver’s licence and willingness to travel

The Details
- Organisation: NSW Health
- Work Type: Permanent full-time
- Location: Wagga Wagga Health Service, NSW
- Salary: $65,012 – $134,338 per annum + super + leave loading
- Requisition ID: REQ652072
- Applications close: 28 May 2026

What We Offer
- Structured Aboriginal Development Pathway with mentoring and cultural supervision
- Professional development and funded training opportunities
- Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
- Meaningful community-based work with real impact
- Career progression opportunities across multiple clinical pathways

How to Apply
Apply via the NSW Health job listing: View and apply here

Contact
Cindy Blackett
[email protected]
Phone: 02 5943 2850

Additional Information
This is a Category A NSW Health position requiring immunisation and screening. NSW Health is committed to Child Safe Standards and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

About the Organisation
Morling College is a TEQSA-registered Institute of Higher Education committed to excellence in teaching, learning and research. With over 100 years of delivering Biblically grounded education, the College offers a range of programs including PACFA and ACA-accredited counselling courses, integrating authentic and transformative practice.

About the Role
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced chaplain to invest in and shape the next generation of Spiritual Care practitioners. You will support students in their academic, spiritual and professional formation as they prepare for roles in ministry, chaplaincy and spiritual care.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver lectures and prepare learning materials in Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care
- Support student growth across academic, spiritual and professional domains
- Participate in research, writing and ongoing professional development
- Engage in campus life including meetings, chapel and events

Experience Required
- Academic qualifications suitable for teaching at required AQF levels
- Current membership with a relevant professional association (e.g. PACFA, ACA, CCAA, Spiritual Care Australia)
- Minimum 7 years’ professional experience as a chaplain, including 3 years at senior level
- Experience teaching in higher education
- Strong interpersonal, communication and organisational skills
- Valid Working with Children Check
- Demonstrated alignment with the Christian ethos and values of Morling College

Desirable
- Master’s qualification in Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care, Counselling or related field
- Additional counselling qualifications and clinical experience

The Details
- Organisation: Morling College
- Work Type: Part-time (1 day per week, 7.6 hours)
- Location: Bentley, Perth, WA
- Salary: Above award (Educational Services Award – Academic Teacher classification)
- Applications close: 31 May 2026

How to Apply
Apply via: View and apply here
Please submit a cover letter addressing the essential criteria along with your CV.

Contact
Morling College HR Team
[email protected]

About the Organisation
Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW) supports people through all forms of relationship distress, delivering timely, compassionate and expert care that strengthens wellbeing and connection across NSW.

About the Role
This role offers an opportunity to help shape integrated, relationship-based mental health care within an evolving service model. Based in Caringbah, you will work within a multidisciplinary environment delivering coordinated, person-centred care to individuals, couples and families.

The service operates as a ‘no wrong door’ entry point, supporting adults and families to access information, services and care that improves psychological, physical, social and emotional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality therapy to individuals, couples and families (in-person, online and phone)
- Work as a Care/Wellbeing Navigator to develop and maintain recovery plans
- Conduct intake, psychosocial and risk assessments, including safety planning
- Provide care coordination, case management and group work
- Apply family systems and other therapeutic frameworks
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary practitioners across clinical, peer and community teams
- Maintain clinical documentation and engage in supervision and professional development

Experience Required
- Postgraduate qualification in Relationship Counselling or Couple and Family Counselling
- Eligibility for PACFA, ACA (Level 3 or 4), AASW, or AHPRA registration
- Minimum 100 hours of clinically supervised counselling experience
- Experience working with couples and families using a family systems framework
- Understanding of mental health, family violence, child protection and addiction
- Trauma-informed, culturally safe approach
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team

The Details
- Organisation: Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW)
- Work Type: Part-time (4 days per week), 24-month maximum term contract
- Location: Caringbah, NSW
- Start Date: Mid-June 2026
- Salary: Approx $48 – $54 per hour + super + leave loading + salary packaging

What We Offer
- Flexible working options and additional leave days
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Professional development and supervision opportunities
- Salary packaging benefits to increase take-home pay
- Inclusive workplace recognised as a Diversity Council Australia Inclusive Employer
- Commitment to reconciliation and building strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

How to Apply
Apply via the job listing: View and apply here

Additional Information
The preferred applicant will be required to complete a National Criminal History Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to employment.

About the Organisation
Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW) supports people through all forms of relationship distress, delivering timely, compassionate and expert care that strengthens wellbeing and connection across NSW.

About the Role
This role offers an opportunity to help shape integrated, relationship-based mental health care within an evolving service model. Based in Caringbah, you will work within a multidisciplinary environment delivering coordinated, person-centred care to individuals, couples and families.

The service operates as a ‘no wrong door’ entry point, supporting adults and families to access information, services and care that improves psychological, physical, social and emotional wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality therapy to individuals, couples and families (in-person, online and phone)
- Work as a Care/Wellbeing Navigator to develop and maintain recovery plans
- Conduct intake, psychosocial and risk assessments, including safety planning
- Provide care coordination, case management and group work
- Apply family systems and other therapeutic frameworks
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary practitioners across clinical, peer and community teams
- Maintain clinical documentation and engage in supervision and professional development

Experience Required
- Postgraduate qualification in Relationship Counselling or Couple and Family Counselling
- Eligibility for PACFA, ACA (Level 3 or 4), AASW, or AHPRA registration
- Minimum 100 hours of clinically supervised counselling experience
- Experience working with couples and families using a family systems framework
- Understanding of mental health, family violence, child protection and addiction
- Trauma-informed, culturally safe approach
- Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team

The Details
- Organisation: Relationships Australia NSW (RANSW)
- Work Type: Full-time, 24-month maximum term contract
- Location: Caringbah, NSW
- Start Date: Mid-June 2026
- Salary: Approx $48 – $54 per hour + super + leave loading + salary packaging

What We Offer
- Flexible working options and additional leave days
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Professional development and supervision opportunities
- Salary packaging benefits to increase take-home pay
- Inclusive workplace recognised as a Diversity Council Australia Inclusive Employer
- Commitment to reconciliation and building strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

How to Apply
Apply via the job listing: View and apply here

Additional Information
The preferred applicant will be required to complete a National Criminal History Record Check and Working with Children Check prior to employment.

About the Organisation
Safe Wayz is a new program delivering an integrated response for children under the age of criminal responsibility with problematic or harmful sexual behaviours. The program takes a strength-based, family-focused and culturally centred trauma-informed approach to support children and families and prevent escalation of behaviours.

About the Role
This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful community impact by working at the forefront of a dynamic, multidisciplinary workforce. You will provide culturally safe, trauma-informed therapeutic support to children and families while contributing to early intervention and prevention initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver early support, counselling and safety planning for children under 10 with problematic or harmful sexual behaviours
- Coordinate and contribute to prevention and early-intervention initiatives with Aboriginal communities and organisations
- Conduct holistic psychosocial assessments incorporating cultural care and family strengths
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including Safe Wayz, SAS, CPCS, JCPRP and CAMHS
- Engage in clinical and cultural supervision and professional development
- Participate in a 24/7 on-call roster for crisis response

Experience Required
- Relevant qualifications and registration (PACFA, AASW or AHPRA)
- Experience working with Aboriginal communities and understanding intergenerational trauma
- Skills in child-centred, family-focused counselling and case management
- Current NSW driver’s licence and willingness to travel

The Details
- Organisation: NSW Health (Safe Wayz Program)
- Work Type: Temporary full-time (until 26 June 2028)
- Location: Wagga Wagga, NSW
- Salary: $123,974 – $134,338 per annum + super + 17.5% leave loading
- Hours: 38 hours per week
- Applications close: 20 May 2026

What We Offer
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
- Engaging and intellectually stimulating work
- Inclusive and respectful workplace culture
- Salary packaging, novated leasing and wellbeing support
- Relocation support (where applicable)
- Career development opportunities including Aboriginal Development Pathway

How to Apply
For more information or to apply, please contact Katie Lynch-Ridley on 0499 611 788 or email [email protected].

Additional Information
This is a NSW Health Category A position requiring immunisation and screening. NSW Health is committed to Child Safe Standards and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and the LGBTIQ+ community.

About the Role
SAFE WAYZ is a statewide initiative delivering integrated, culturally grounded responses for children under 10 displaying problematic or harmful sexual behaviours (PHSBs).

This role provides early intervention, therapeutic support and safety planning within a strengths-based, family-centred and trauma-informed model of care. A strong focus is placed on Aboriginal children, families, communities and cultural safety.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to a collaborative, culturally responsive service that supports meaningful outcomes for children and families.

Key Responsibilities
- Deliver early support, counselling and safety planning for children under 10 with PHSBs
- Coordinate prevention and early intervention initiatives with Aboriginal communities and organisations
- Conduct holistic psychosocial assessments incorporating cultural needs and family strengths
- Collaborate with Safe Wayz, SAS, CPCS, JCPRP and CAMHS teams
- Participate in clinical and cultural supervision and professional development
- Contribute to statewide networks and working groups
- Participate in a 24/7 on-call roster for crisis response

Why Join Us
- Make a meaningful impact in Aboriginal communities
- Access cultural supervision, mentoring and professional development
- Be part of a collaborative and supportive multidisciplinary team
- Opportunities for career progression through the Aboriginal Development Pathway
- Access salary packaging, novated leasing and wellbeing support
- Relocation support may be considered

Selection Criteria
- Aboriginality is a genuine occupational requirement (Section 14 Anti-Discrimination Act 1977)
- Qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or related discipline
- Experience working with Aboriginal communities and understanding intergenerational trauma
- Skills in child-centred, family-focused counselling and case management
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Current NSW Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel

The Details
- Employment Type: Permanent part-time
- Hours: 23 hours per week
- Location: Wagga Wagga, NSW
- Classification: Counsellor / Psychologist / Social Worker / Aboriginal Health roles
- Salary: $65,012 – $138,482 per annum (pro-rata) + super + 17.5% leave loading
- Requisition ID: REQ650834

How to Apply
Apply online here.  

Contact
Katie Lynch-Ridley – District Clinical Leader
Phone: 0499 611 788
Email: [email protected]

Applications close: 1 May 2026

MLHD encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, culturally and linguistically diverse communities and LGBTIQ+ individuals.