KLC Counselling & Play Therapy Pty Ltd
Join us on an exciting journey with a fun, supportive, and innovative team of highly trained and ethical Play Therapists and Counsellors who are passionate about delivering the best practices for children and families
Roles:
* Play Therapist
* Counsellor
* Psychologist
Job Description:
* Position: Contractor
* Location: Hervey Bay, QLD
* Schedule: 2 - 4 days per week (negotiable)
Benefits:
* Generous contractor percentage of fee for service
* Opportunities for regular debriefing
* Monthly team meetings
* Referral support and management
* Fully equipped therapy rooms
* Flexible working arrangements
* Mentoring support
* In-house professional development (PD) and team meetings
* Advertising/marketing through social media and our website
* Opportunities for delivery/co-facilitation of training and group programs
About Us:
Join our dedicated team at KLC Counselling & Play Therapy, with offices in Hervey Bay and Maryborough, QLD. We specialise in personalised, neuroaffirming, trauma-informed, child-centred therapy, offering Child-Centred Play Therapy for children aged 3 to 12 years and humanistic counselling for adolescents, adults and caregivers to address a range of mental health concerns.
We are seeking passionate professionals committed to providing exceptional, trauma-informed, neuroaffirming support to children and families, including parent coaching and family guidance from infancy through lifespan. If you're dedicated to making a positive impact in a warm, supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.
Our team is committed to delivering high-quality therapy through ongoing professional development, supervision, and collaborative teamwork, fostering a nurturing environment for both clients and staff. We believe play is the key to healing and transformation.
Position Requirements:
* Accredited qualifications in counselling, social work, play therapy or psychology.
* Registered or in the process of registering with ACA, PTPA, APPTA, PACFA (provisional registration is acceptable), and/or AHPRA and adherence to ethical and professional standards.
* Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
* Self-management skills to handle client load, including therapy sessions, parent reviews, report writing, case conferences, etc.
* Strong note-keeping skills; familiarity with best practices, in-depth case analysis, self-reflection, and legal requirements.
* Professional and respectful communication skills with families/carers and support services, focusing on systemic change.
* Commitment to privacy and confidentiality.
* Support KLC Counselling & Play Therapy's vision and ethos of providing high-quality, holistic support tailored to each family's needs.
* Highly organised, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.
* High standards of personal ethics and a commitment to continuous professional development.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Desired Characteristics:
* At least two years of experience working therapeutically with children, adolescent, adults and families.
* Training in parenting programs such as Circle of Security, Child Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT), or Tuning in to Kids.
* Familiarity with Splose appointment scheduling software or similar.
Therapist Responsibilities:
* Hold or be willing to obtain an ABN (contractor only).
* Obtain a current National Police Check.
* Hold a current Working with Children Check clearance.
* Obtain personal public liability and professional indemnity insurance (contractor only).
* Organise and participate in regular exterrnal clinical supervision in line with your registrations.
* Hold a First Aid and CPR Certificate.
Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $51.25 – $59.48 per hour
Benefits:
* Professional development assistance
* Profit sharing
Education:
* Diploma (Required)
Experience:
* Clinical counselling: 1 year (Preferred)
* Child & family counselling: 2 years (Preferred)
Licence/Certification:
* Driver Licence (Required)
* Blue Card (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:
* Australia (Required)
Location:
* Hervey Bay QLD 4655 (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
* 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person