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Counsellor - Children and Family Counselling
Location: Lewisham Employment Type: PP - Part-time Ongoing Department: Men & Family Relationships
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Part-Time opportunity – 3-4days per weekBased in Lewisham or Bankstown offices| Flexible working arrangements$51 - $53.31 + Super + Salary packaging
About The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join as our team grows and evolves. This is a part-time opportunity, working in a hybrid model via telecare (video or telephone) from your home or in person at our sites in Lewisham or Bankstown.
CatholicCare Sydney offers a flexible work environment in a warm, supportive and accredited Family Friendly organisation.
The Counsellor provides counselling and case management to various clients such as children, families, individuals and couples to support clients to address issues which impact their wellbeing and their ability to maintain safe and enriching relationships.
Some Of The Key Elements Of This Role
Deliver person centred assessment, therapeutic counselling support services and appropriate referral for children, adolescents, families, individuals and couples. Provide individual, family and group-based therapy and psychoeducationActively participate in local interagencies and maintain networks to promote the program and CatholicCare, contributing to the organisation's visibility and reputation in the community.Complying with all agency and program policies and procedures including all documentation and administrative tasks required by the program including writing case notes and data collection
If you would like to find out more about the role, click apply to view the Position Description on our career website.
About You
To be successful in this role you will need to have:
Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Counselling, Psychology or equivalent field and eligibility for membership with relevant professional Board or AssociationStrong experience and skills in providing case management and counselling services to adolescents and children and a demonstrated ability in systemic practice and theory.Demonstrated knowledge of current Child Protection Legislation and sound experience in working with post separation issues and the Family Law ActExperience and skills in providing therapeutic interventions and counselling within a trauma informed practice model, assessing and responding to the impact of issues including separation, domestic and family violence, mental health, alcohol and other drugs, grief and loss, and child protectionExcellent ability to actively collaborate, communicate clearly and respond with respect and skills in providing telephone or video counselling to vulnerable and distressed clientsAbility to appraise and critically reflect on clinical work and participation in clinical supervisionDemonstrated experience and skills in working with Cultural and Linguistically Diverse Communities and with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander CommunitiesWorking with Children Check
Our Benefits
Professional Growth: Tailored professional development opportunities to support your career ambitionsWork-Life Balance: Embrace flexibility, hybrid working arrangements, flexible start/finish times, family-friendly organisationTax Savings: Maximise your income with generous salary packaging, reducing your tax and increasing your take-home payGenerous Leave: Above-award annual and personal/carers leave, extended parental leave, celebration daySupportive Team: Join a friendly and supportive team that values your contributionsWellbeing: Free access to a premium mindfulness app, EAP counselling, yearly flu vaccinations, and a variety of wellbeing activities to make your workday more enjoyable
About Us
People are at the core of everything we do: from supporting and enhancing the wellbeing of our clients to the nurturing and development of our staff and their career aspirations.
How To Apply
Click Apply now to begin your online application! To be considered for this role, you will need to attach your resume and a cover letter addressing how your skills, knowledge and experience meet the requirements of the role (refer to the criteria in the position description provided).
Applications for this position close 4 April 2026. However, please submit your application as soon as possible as shortlisting and interviews may commence whilst the advert is open.
Need more information? Please contact Kulsum Thakore, Talent Acquisition Partner, +61 2 8723 2286
CatholicCare requires the preferred applicant to undertake a National Criminal History Record Check prior to employment, and for some roles, a Working with Children Check is also required.
CatholicCare Sydney is a leading not-for-profit agency supporting people from all walks of life. We’re an organisation that promotes diversity and inclusion, and commits to the growth and wellbeing of our staff, empowering them to make a positive change to the community. CatholicCare is the official social services agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney and also a certified Family Friendly Organisation.