Position can be located in Darwin, Alice Springs or Katherine

Welcome to Relationships Australia Northern Territory

Relationships Australia Northern Territory (RA-NT) is a community-based, not-for-profit, non-government organisation providing a broad range of services for all members of the community regardless of religion, belief, age, gender, sexual orientation, lifestyle choice, cultural background, or economic circumstances.

We believe relationships matter and respectful relationships can empower people to belong, connect and have meaning and confidence to meet the challenges of our time.

About the role

To provide high quality ongoing counselling (and where applicable relationship education services) to individuals, couples, families and children. The position will involve working collaboratively within the Family and Relationship Services (FaRS) team to maintain excellent standards of practice, and may also involve some degree of networking and engagement with other relevant agencies.

Key responsibilities

• Provide a high quality of clinical services to individuals, couples, families and children.
• Co-facilitate relationship education courses as and when required, for RA-NT clients.
• Ensure confidential case notes and data management are maintained within the Client Information System.
• Support the referral process when engaging with other community agencies and service providers.
• Deliver services that support a culturally and linguistically diverse community, with appropriate considerations of cultural sensitivity in a respectful way.

What we offer

We provide a positive work culture and a diverse and inclusive environment. Our people matter to us, and we are committed to supporting them and their wellbeing:

• Competitive Salary + 11% Super + Salary Sacrifice (up to $15,899 for tax free benefits and $2,650 p/a for entertainment benefits).
• Relocation support - financial and social (our team want you to feel like you belong and will help you settle in) conditions apply.
• Professional Development allowance of $3000 and 10 days study leave, pro rata.
• 5 weeks annual leave with leave loading.
• + 3 days extra leave between Christmas and New Year.
• EAP for employees and family members.
• Wellness Day off, per financial year.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in counselling, group work and assisting individuals, couples, families and children across a broad range of issues including experience in the provision of services to those from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Knowledge of current theory and practice relating to relationship counselling including the impact of Family and Domestic Violence

Desirable:

• An understanding of funding requirements associated with service delivery in the Not for Profit sector.
• Experience in the planning, preparation and delivery of group work/education services.
• Experience in agency representation in networks, forums and community groups.

Requirements

• A satisfactory Northern Territory working with children check.
• A satisfactory national criminal history check.
• A commitment to our Safeguarding Children Practice and Behaviour Guidelines.

How to apply

To apply please click "Apply Now" and submit a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria (no longer than 1 page) and an up-to-date Resume including two Referees. Applications will be processed as received and only successful candidates will be contacted. To discuss this position further please contact Jonathan on 08 8923 4999.

Relationships Australia NT encourages applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities and cultures – including Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, CALD, the LGBTQI+ community and people living with disability. We are happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs.