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Child and Family Counsellor

Job Title: Child and Family Counsellor
Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Geelong, Victoria, Australia
Industry: Social Work
Salary: Negotiable
Start Date: ASAP
Reference: BBBH333010_1750400852
Contact Name: Natalie Griffiths
Contact Email: natalie.griffiths@twrecruitment.com.au
Job Published: Jun 20, 2025

Job Description

๐ŸŒฟ Child & Family Counsellor - Regional VIC

๐Ÿ“ Geelong-based | Outreach to Colac & Coastal Regions | $97,000-$111,000 + Super

Tradewind is currently recruiting a passionate and experienced Child and Family Counsellor to support families across Geelong, Colac and the surrounding coastal areas. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a role that offers connection, purpose and variety.


๐Ÿ” About the Role

In this office-based and outreach role, you will engage with individuals and their families to provide trauma-informed counselling and support services aimed at improving mental health outcomes and helping families recover from the harmful effects of alcohol and other drugs (AOD).

You'll be part of a team delivering holistic and evidence-informed care, using Collaborative Relational Practice (CRP) to address co-occurring and independent AOD and mental health needs.


โœ… Key Details

  • 0.8 - Full Time (Full-time preferred)

  • Salary: $97,000-$111,000 + Super

  • Office-based in Geelong & Colac, with regular coastal outreach

  • No hybrid or WFH option - this is an onsite/outreach role only

  • Work guided by CRP and evidence-informed therapeutic practice


๐Ÿ‘ค What You'll Bring

โœ”๏ธ Minimum 2 years' counselling experience with families or children
โœ”๏ธ Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or related field
โœ”๏ธ Registration or accreditation with AASW, PACFA, ACA or similar
โœ”๏ธ Strong understanding of AOD, mental health, trauma and systemic family work
โœ”๏ธ Current driver's licence and confidence to travel for outreach

Open to all genders - both male and female counsellors are encouraged to apply.

Why work with Tradewind?
Tradewind Australia is Melbourne's fastest-growing agency recruiting for the Social Services sector. We pride ourselves on the strong and long-standing relationships we have formed with our clients and candidates.

How to apply:

To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website

For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact the Family Services Team on 03 9081 0562.

TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background and people with disability and lived experience to apply.