Job Summary
- Applications close:
- Job posted on: 27th Jun 2022
- Sydney > North Ryde
Dementia Australia is the national peak body and source of trusted information, education and services for the estimated half a million Australians living with dementia, and the almost 1.6 million people involved in their care. We advocate for positive change and support vital research. We are here to support people impacted by dementia, and to enable them to live as well as possible. Our commitment to a shared set of values shapes our decisions, actions and behaviours towards achieving our core purpose and strategic priorities.
Located in North Ryde, NSW we are currently seeking an experienced Counsellor to join our Client Services team on either a part time or full time basis. As a qualified Counsellor, you will provide support to people living with dementia, their families and carers to enhance their quality of life and build self-efficacy through the provision of individual, group or family counselling, and other related activities.
To be successful in this role you will be a team player, show an absolute commitment to the delivery of high quality dementia services and support and meet the key selection criteria outlined below.
Registration with, or eligibility for membership of, a relevant professional body or association (e.g. Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency, Australian Counselling Association, Australian Association of Social Workers or Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia).
If you thrive on activity and are looking for the next challenge as part of a dynamic team, we would like to hear from you. In return you will be offered a flexible and supportive environment as well as a number of attractive staff benefits. You will be making a difference in the lives of people living with dementia, their families and friends.
Please complete this online application form starting below. You will be required to provide a cover letter outlining your response to the key selection criteria within the application process. You will also be requested to attach a copy of your resume. For specific role enquiries, please contact [email protected], using the subject line: Dementia Counsellors enquiry via EthicalJobs.
Please note:
Applications that do not contain a covering letter that addresses each of the key selection criteria will not be considered.
Dementia Australia reserves the right to close recruitment for this position as needed.
The position description can be found below.