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time left to apply End Date: June 13, 2025 (27 days left to apply)job requisition id JR104228Permanent Full-time position$87,138 Base Salary + Super + up to $15,900 NFP Salary Packaging benefitLocation: Wollongong NSW 2500Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need!Life at Mission AustraliaWhen you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more about us and our purpose .We are currently seeking a Gambling Counsellor to join our team as part of the GambleAware program based in Wollongong, NSW. This program provides free, confidential, and non-judgmental counselling and support for individuals, families, and community members concerned about their own or someone elses gambling.As a Gambling Counsellor, you will deliver specialist therapeutic interventions via face-to-face, telephone, and online methods. You will support individuals, couples, families, and groups, offering services such as gambling-specific counselling, multi-venue self-exclusion assistance, and access to tailored information and strategies to address gambling harm.Applicants must hold a relevant degree in psychology or counselling and current membership of a relevant peak professional body or association.If youre passionate about supporting recovery and reducing gambling harm, wed love to hear from you.Your key responsibilities will be to:Provide therapeutic counselling to individuals, couples, families, and groups affected by gambling harm via face-to-face, telephone, and online modalities.Develop, implement, and regularly review individualised treatment plans based on clients'' needs and goals.Deliver services in line with the program framework, including intake, assessment, and evidence-based interventions.Facilitate group support sessions to address gambling harm in the community.Respond to referrals promptly and make appropriate internal and external referrals to support clients holistically.Maintain accurate, confidential client records and data in line with funding requirements.Requirements for SuccessDegree in Psychology or Counselling.Current membership of a relevant peak professional body or association.Proven experience in therapeutic counselling, including assessment, case planning, and the delivery of individual, couple, family, and group sessions across face-to-face, phone, and online settings.A strong understanding of gambling-related harm and the challenges experienced by affected individuals and families.Demonstrated ability to develop and implement tailored treatment plans supporting client recovery and wellbeing.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with clients and stakeholders from diverse backgrounds.Current NSW drivers licenseBefore starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.Rewarding work every day you know youre making a real differenceNot-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay )Opportunity to purchase additional annual leaveExtra leave including: Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day offOur cultureOur innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if youre skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.auClick Apply and send your application today!Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank youAbout UsMission Australia is a national Christian charity motivated by a shared vision of an Australia where everyone has a safe home and can thrive.Since 1859, weve been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact.Backed by our supporters, churches, partners, and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration.We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services.Every day we deliver homelessness crisis and prevention services, provide social and affordable housing, assist struggling families and children, address mental health issues, fight substance dependencies, support people with disability and much more.Mission Australia believes a persons circumstances shouldnt define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential.Thats why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves. #J-18808-Ljbffr