Family and Relationship Services (FaRS) Practitioner
Core
Provide high-quality family and relationship counselling to individuals, couples, and families, with a focus on couples counselling and work with young children.
Role type
Family and Relationship Services Practitioner (Counsellor)
Builds
Counselling services for individuals, couples, and families navigating life transitions.
Domain
Social Services / Mental Health / Family Therapy
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Couples counselling, working therapeutically with young children, Family Systems theories, evidence-based interventions, developmental psychological theories, practice frameworks for family violence, knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations
Preferred skills
Undergraduate qualifications in Behavioural Science, Psychology, Counselling or Social Work
Responsibilities
Conduct client intake, risk, and needs assessments; Apply life span and development theory to support clients through transitions; Utilise systems theory framework and evidence-based interventions; Recommend tailored interventions based on client issues and goals; Maintain confidentiality and manage clinical risk; Keep detailed client files and risk management documentation; Comply with legislative and funding requirements.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on practitioner