Job description
We're excited to introduce a new Couple and Family Counsellor – Mental Health role based in Tuggerah. This role is ideal for a qualified clinician who values relationship-centred, person-focused care and enjoys working as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team supporting individuals, couples and families experiencing mental health challenges.
Why this role
This is an opportunity to be part of something new and purpose-driven, helping to shape how integrated, relationship-based mental health care is delivered within an evolving service model.
The Hub operates as a 'no wrong door' entry point for adults and their families to access information and services, designed to empower, support and improve psychological and physical health, and social and emotional wellbeing. Within this model, the role contributes to accessible, coordinated and relationship‐focused care across the mental health system.
You'll work in a person-centred, multidisciplinary environment that brings together clinical, peer, cultural and community expertise to provide coordinated, relationship-focused care. The role operates within a shared practice framework that encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and learning, with day-to-day service delivery supported by Grand Pacific Health in partnership with RANSW and Odyssey House.
You'll enjoy a role that offers variety, professional support and genuine collaboration, while allowing you to use and strengthen your expertise in couple and family work within a broader mental health context.
About Relationships Australia
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.
For more information about us, read our 2024-2025 Impact Report, https:///about-us/annual-reports/
What you'll do
* Deliver high-quality therapy to individuals, couples and families (in-person, online and phone)
* Work as a Care/Wellbeing Navigator, partnering with clients to develop and maintain shared mental health and recovery plans
* Provide intake, psychosocial and risk assessments, including safety planning
* Deliver care coordination, case management and group work
* Apply family systems and other therapeutic frameworks in line with practice guidelines
* Participate in shared intake coverage and collaborate closely with clinical, peer, cultural and community practitioners
* Maintain high-quality clinical documentation and engage in supervision and professional development
The details
* 24-month maximum term contract
* Full time position
* Starting in mid-June 2026
* Location: 3a/152-156 Pacific Hwy, Tuggerah NSW 2259
* Approx $48 – $54 per hour (depending on skills and experience) + 12% superannuation, 17.5% leave loading, salary packaging to reduce your taxable income, and other benefits
What you'll bring
* Postgraduate qualification in Relationship Counselling or Couple & Family Counselling
* Eligibility for PACFA, ACA (Level 3 or 4), AASW, or Psychologist registration
* Minimum 100 hours of clinically supervised counselling experience
* Experience working with couples and families within a strong family systems framework
* Understanding of mental health, family violence, child protection and addiction
* A warm, culturally safe, trauma-informed approach
* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary setting
Why work with us?
* Make a genuine difference to the lives of individuals, couples and families
* Be part of a supportive and dynamic team, work with people who truly care about what we achieve together
* Access a range of staff benefits, including flexible working options, additional leave days, the Employee Referral Reward program, and a Fitness Passport
* Increase your take-home pay through 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)
* 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
* We value inclusion and belonging. We're proud 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, wellbeing and workplace connection.
Next Steps
Interested? Apply today!
RANSW requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check and a Working with Children Check before employment.