Life at Vinnies

At Vinnies, we are what we do. We believe in making a difference. We are one of Queensland’s most-loved charitable organisations and are committed to leading with our values and mission at heart. We work together to build a legacy that we can be proud of, supporting those in need within our communities. Our companions are why our journey started, striving to shape a more just and compassionate society. Our employees, members and volunteers are the reason our journey continues, and why we will succeed.

What we can offer you

• Work with a purpose – not your average organisation and not your average role!
• Competitive hourly rate and excellent employment benefits under our Employee Agreement
• Salary packaging arrangements – helping you save on tax
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program – our employees are our most valuable asset
• A welcoming and inclusive environment where you’ll always feel part of a team

The Role

As a Child and Family Counsellor, you will work with children and their parents/carers/family in the service or school environment. You will support new referrals to the service and work with children and families to provide clinical assessments to deliver holistic action and intervention to address their safety goals and psychosocial needs.

You will provide wide scope of therapy and support using evidence-based therapeutic interventions including play therapy, acceptance commitment therapy and other techniques to provide general counselling, education, training and therapeutic interventions to children, young people and their families and careers.

This is a Permanent, Full-time position (38 hours per week) role based in Underwood.

To be successful in the role, you will meet the following criteria:

• Relevant Tertiary Qualification or equivalent in Psychology, Social Work, or counselling and eligibility for membership of a relevant professional association.
• Minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience in adult therapeutic setting
• Significant therapeutic experience in early intervention with clients aged 5 and up.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Queensland child protection system including relevant legislation such as the Child Protection Act 1999
• COVID-19 vaccination status is recommended for this role but not a mandatory requirement.
• Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy of the St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland and an ability to work in accordance with the policies and procedures to promote the values and mission of the Society.

Ready to apply? We can’t wait to hear from you.

You can submit your application via the "Apply Now".

Having the right people in our team is important to us. Before joining our team, we’ll undertake pre-employment checks including references, a police check and proof of qualifications/licences.

We are committed to meaningful equity and diversity in our workforce. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples is strongly encouraged. To be eligible for this position you must have an appropriate visa to work in Australia/New Zealand.