Manager Individual And Family Counselling

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Introduction:
Relationships Australia Tasmania (RA Tas) is a community-based, not-for-profit organisation firmly committed to helping people and communities thrive. We deliver a variety of programmes to assist individuals and families.

Description:
Our culture is the foundation upon which everything else is built. That’s why we invest in building an environment where our people feel supported and motivated to help make our vision a reality. We believe that a collective effort that draws upon the diverse strengths of all staff create the best results.

The diverse background and perspectives of our staff, the people we support, and our inclusive and collaborative culture are the keys to our success.

We are seeking an experienced, values-driven and motivated leader to manage our Individual and Family Counselling services across Tasmania.

This leadership role provides strategic and operational oversight of counselling services supporting individuals, children, young people and families experiencing relationship distress, life transitions, trauma, conflict, and mental health and wellbeing challenges.

As a member of the RA Tas Management Team, you will work closely with the Executive and fellow Managers to deliver high-quality, safe, evidence-based and culturally responsive services that meet community need, funding requirements and organisational priorities.

In this role, you will lead accessible, client-centred and trauma-informed counselling services underpinned by strong clinical governance, ethical practice and effective risk management. You will support and supervise a multidisciplinary workforce, fostering a culture of learning, wellbeing and professional excellence, while overseeing performance and reporting requirements. Working collaboratively across the organisation, you will contribute to strategic planning, service development and funding opportunities, build strong partnerships with funding bodies, sector partners and communities, and fulfil senior safeguarding responsibilities to promote child-safe, inclusive and respectful workplaces.

Do you fit the bill

• Tertiary qualification and extensive experience in a relevant discipline and/or a combination of experience, expertise and competence to perform the role.
• Extensive experience leading similar services in a community or human services context
• Demonstrated leadership experience with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong knowledge of contemporary practice frameworks, clinical governance and ethical practice
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other managers to support the day-to-day functioning of share services.
• Excellent communication, leadership and relationship-building skills
• A genuine commitment to the vision, mission and values of Relationships Australia Tasmania

Postgraduate qualifications and knowledge of the Tasmanian community services sector will be highly regarded.

Benefits

• Salary starting from $121,740 – $128,252 + Super / *Pro-rata
• Additional PAID leave days (up to 6 per year!)
• Up to 4 weeks extra leave per year through our purchased leave scheme
• Salary packaging options (up to $18,550 TAX FREE each FB year)
• Paid primary and secondary parental leave available after 12 months of ongoing employment
• Discounted corporate health insurance
• Employer supported study leave
• Gender affirmation leave
• Reproductive health leave
• Ongoing professional development
• Access to confidential counselling and support services

Skills and Experiences:
If you would like to find out more about this opportunity, read the Position Description and contact Amelia Hastings, Director of Early Intervention, on 1300 364 277 or Recruitment@reltas.com.au.

Applicants who cannot view the Position Description via the link above, please view from our Careers Page www.tas.relationships.org.au/careers/current-vacancies/

We will commence reviewing applications as they are received, and suitable candidates may be contacted for interview before the closing date. Early applications are encouraged.

To apply for this opportunity

Please click on “Apply” button below and upload your CV and cover letter (maximum two pages) that address the key components of the role.

At RA Tas People Matter. To make sure we are recruiting the right people for the job, we want genuine responses in your application, directly from you.

RA Tas is a recognised Employer of Choice. We are an equal opportunity employer that has a culture enabling staff to achieve a healthy work-life balance. We offer flexible working arrangements, attractive salary packaging options, and a supportive team environment in which to work.

Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.

We work respectfully on Aboriginal land and strongly encourage First Nations people to apply.

RA Tas is an inclusive workplace, and we also welcome applications from people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.