Community Health Counsellor

Join the Community Health Paediatric and Counselling Service, working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence‑based, trauma‑informed counselling and casework across our local community. This role focuses on making a practical difference for adults, children, and families. You will deliver short‑ to medium‑term counselling, create trauma‑informed therapeutic plans, screen for family violence and mental health concerns, assess child‑focused risk, and collaborate across a multidisciplinary team. This purposeful work allows you to see the impact of your care in real lives every day.

Must Have

• Deliver short‑ to medium‑term counselling (face to face, telehealth, phone)
• Create trauma‑informed therapeutic plans and facilitate casework and group work
• Screen for family violence (MARAM), mental health concerns and substance use
• Assess child‑focused risk continuously and co‑design safety plans
• Collaborate across a multidisciplinary team and document care
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Skilled in assessment and goal‑focused care planning
• Organised and reliable to manage caseload and documentation
• Inclusive practitioner working with diverse communities
• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling, Family Therapy (or related field)
• Registration with a relevant professional body (AASW, ACA, PACFA)

Good to Have

• Experience facilitating group wellbeing sessions
• Additional training in family therapy, child & youth mental health or trauma‑focused modalities
• Confidence with MARAM and Information Sharing Schemes (FVISS/CISS)
• Experience collaborating across community health and local service networks

Perks & Benefits

• Diversity & belonging
• Generous salary packaging (Up to $15,900 tax‑free per year plus $2,650 tax‑free for meals and entertainment)
• Hybrid work arrangements
• Professional development & training (Mentoring, supervision, leadership pathways, discipline‑specific learning)
• Clinical supervision, debriefing and varied client work
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Company Description

For over 50 years, Each has stood beside individuals and communities, helping people live healthier, more fulfilling lives.

We put people at the heart of everything we do, surrounding them with a network of care and support that empowers individuals to thrive. Join us and be part of a team that delivers Altogether better care—because when we come together, we create brighter futures for all.

Job Description

• 1 x full‑time role to February 2027
• 1 x 0.8 FTE role to October 2026 (both roles have the potential to extend)

• SACS Level 5 - $51.23-$54.39 per hour + 12% Super + generous salary packaging (up to $18,550)

About the program

You’ll join the Community Health Paediatric and Counselling Service, working within a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence‑based, trauma‑informed counselling and casework across our local community.

Your role, your impact

We’re looking for counsellors who want to make a practical difference for adults, children and families. In this role you will:

• Deliver short‑ to medium‑term counselling (face to face, telehealth, phone) including therapy‑informed approaches to support people experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, stress, parenting challenges and family violence.
• Create trauma‑informed therapeutic plans and facilitate casework and group work aligned with an 8–10 session model.
• Screen for family violence (MARAM), mental health concerns and substance use, and activate referrals via safe pathways.
• Assess child‑focused risk continuously and co‑design safety plans with clients and supports.
• Collaborate across a multidisciplinary team and document care in line with Each policies, quality standards and compliance requirements.

This is purposeful work—you’ll see the impact of your care in real lives, every day.

Who we’re looking for

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to build trust, liaise across services and present clearly.
• Skilled in assessment and goal‑focused care planning, using child‑safe, evidence‑based and trauma‑informed practice.
• Organised and reliable—able to manage your caseload, coordinate care, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Inclusive practitioner: confident working with Indigenous, CALD and LGBTIQ+ communities, and using interpreters where needed.

Mandatory qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling, Family Therapy (or related field).
• Registration with a relevant professional body (AASW, ACA, PACFA).

What will make you stand out

• Experience facilitating group wellbeing sessions.
• Additional training in family therapy, child & youth mental health or trauma‑focused modalities.
• Confidence with MARAM and Information Sharing Schemes (FVISS/CISS).
• Experience collaborating across community health and local service networks.

What’s in it for you

At Each you’ll be supported to be your best. We provide:

• Diversity & belonging – We value all backgrounds, abilities and identities and are committed to cultural safety.
• Generous salary packaging – Up to $15,900 tax‑free per year plus $2,650 tax‑free for meals and entertainment.
• Balance your way – hybrid work arrangements to help you manage life and work.
• Professional development & training – Mentoring, supervision, leadership pathways and discipline‑specific learning.
• Learn from the best – Clinical supervision, debriefing and varied client work to grow your practice.
• Free, confidential support – Our Employee Assistance Program is available to you and your family.

Additional Information

To view the full Position Description, click here or visit each.com.au → Work With Us → Careers → Open Roles_ and search for this position.

For more information or a confidential conversation, contact James McCarthy, Team Leader Community Health Counselling, James.McCarthy@each.com.au.

Applications close: 22 January 2026

Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received. Interviews may take place during the advertising period—so don't miss out and apply today!

Next Steps in the Hiring Process

Thank you for your interest in joining Each! To learn more about next steps, please check out our Hiring Process Guide.

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