rehab counsellor.

OPEN ARMS, NEWCASTLE: PSYCHOLOGIST or MENTAL HEALTH SOCIAL WORKERHere is your chance to give back! Open Arms is Australia’s leading provider of mental health assessment and counselling for Australian veterans and their families. As a ‘Counsellor’ within this federal government department, you will play a key role in making a substantial difference in the lives of veterans and their families. ABOUT THE ROLE:As a mental health professional, all intervention implemented will be evidence based with tried and proven results. With the patient and their wellbeing at the forefront of your thinking, you will:Provide high quality clinical services including assessment; referral; and evidence based individual, couple and family counsellingDeliver complex case management servicesLiaise and form partnerships with key external stakeholdersPromote community development and servicesParticipate in Open Arms program evaluation and research activities ABOUT YOU:Qualified Psychologist with AHPRA Registration OR Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with full Australian AASW registration (AMHSW)Minimum 3 years experience with clinical case managementDefence Force or Veterans Affairs knowledge an advantageAustralian citizen (federal government requirement) BENEFITS:$60 to $65 p/h + 9.5% superannuation, paid weeklyMonday to Friday 9am to 5pm (37.5 hours / week) 1 year initial contract with view to extendProvide meaningful support and enhance mental health & wellbeing of this community of veterans, defence members & their familiesSupportive team environment If this position appeals to you, apply today! If you have any questions or would like to know more, please contact Suman either via email - suman.bhatnagar@randstad.com.au or call 07 3864 4966 Refer a friend and you could earn $250Are you looking for a permanent position in health, care or support or know someone who is? Sign up with us or refer a friend and you could earn a $250 voucher each! Conditions apply.

Randstad is currently seeking a Counsellor Co-Facilitator for our not for profit client. This position is responsible for counselling and co-facilitate support, individual/group information sessions and referral to individuals impacted by Family and Domestic Violence. This includes the affected individual, their family and friends,and the wider community. The role: Assess clients, determine eligibility for service and develop and evaluate therapy plans appropriate to cultural and other target group needs in consultation with clients.Provide counselling, utilising a variety of intervention methods and strategies that are responsive to client needs and in line with a community recovery framework.Manage client load in accordance with targets specified in funding and service agreements.Negotiate referrals and facilitate client access to appropriate agencies within the service sector.Co-facilitate groups, including engagement in evaluative processes such as reflective practice, course review and evaluation.Providing clients appropriate and effective interventions and strategies.Engaging in regular professional debriefing as required during the course.Maintain comprehensive, professional, up-to-date client records and ensure confidentiality at all times. Requirements: Possession of a relevant degree in Social Work, Psychology or Behavioural Sciences and eligibility for membership of a relevant professional association.Possession of a current positive Notice for Child Related Employment (Blue Card and a yellow card exemption) from the Public Safety Business Agency (PSBA).Highly developed written and oral communication skills, including the ability to prepare documents for case planning or advocacy purposes.Ability to deliver evidence-based therapeutic counselling interventions to formulate therapy plans, set goals and facilitate a positive approach in working with individuals to achieve these goals within established time frames.The ability to liaise with other community organisations and form an effective network in which to promote the Program and establish referral pathways to meet client needs.An understanding of relevant legislation and effective service delivery models and the ability to work within such frameworks. This includes sourcing and sharing up to date knowledge on research and best practice frameworks.Current open drivers licence.Current, and ability to retain, both a Working with Children Blue Card check and Disability services Yellow Card.At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.