Transform lives, every single day Do you want a career that means more? At Anglicare Sydney, we bring the strength, the support and the strategy to make it happen. We're a well-respected not-for-profit that's been serving people in need for over 170 years. Each year, we achieve life-changing outcomes for thousands of people who rely on our person-centred support. As our Counsellor, you'll provide professional and therapeutic counselling to people experiencing complex emotional, relationship and family challenges. Through counselling, case work and, where appropriate, group work, you'll help clients build their capacity, strengthen valued relationships and work towards meaningful and achievable outcomes. Be welcomed into a compassionate, respectful and purpose-driven community where we don't just talk about values - we live them. Your opportunity Working within our Community & Mission team and reporting to the Program Manager - Counselling, you'll provide therapeutic counselling and support tailored to each client's individual circumstances. You'll work collaboratively with clients to develop clear and achievable case plans, provide professional therapeutic interventions and advocate for the support they need. You'll also build strong referral pathways and community networks, connecting clients with external services and, where appropriate, church-based supports to help achieve positive and sustainable outcomes. With integrity and resilience, you will: Provide professional therapeutic counselling to clients experiencing complex emotional, relationship and family challenges. Develop individualised case plans with clients, establishing clear and achievable goals. Deliver counselling focused on strengthening clients' capacity to achieve and sustain valued relationships. Undertake case work and contribute to group work where appropriate. Advocate for clients and develop strong community networks and external referral pathways. Maintain a full client caseload in accordance with program targets and funding requirements. Maintain accurate client documentation and statistical information in line with organisational, legislative and funding requirements. Contribute to continuous improvement and participate in ongoing professional development and reflective practice. What you'll bring You're an empathetic and skilled counsellor who understands how to create a safe environment where people feel heard, respected and supported. You'll bring strong assessment and therapeutic skills, with the ability to work sensitively with people navigating complex emotional and relationship issues. You know how to build rapport while maintaining professional boundaries, confidentiality and sound clinical judgement. You're resilient and calm under pressure, comfortable working collaboratively and committed to continually developing your professional practice. What's required: Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work or Counselling. Graduate membership of a PACFA registered organisation, AASW, APS or similar professional body. Training and clinical experience in family and relationship counselling, couples counselling and/or child and adolescent counselling. Demonstrated assessment and counselling experience, including a minimum of 160 hours of client contact. Well-developed written and verbal communication skills. Current NSW Driver's Licence. Ability to meet Anglicare's probity requirements, including a Police Check and Working with Children Check. Why Anglicare? We provide meaningful opportunities and choice, both for the individuals and communities we support and the dedicated people here who make it happen. At Anglicare, you'll get the security, stability and opportunities that come with a strong, well-established organisation that's ready for the future. You'll belong to a community of kind, humble and respectful people of all faiths and backgrounds. You'll also be supported to gain new knowledge, deepen your experience and expertise, and shape a rewarding career. On top of that, here are just some of the tangible benefits you will enjoy in a career with us: Flexible work options to get the most out of work and life. Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay. With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free. Spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals and entertainment also tax free with salary packaging. professional development and training to advance your career. Exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers. Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport with discounts to over 800 gyms for you and your family. We're many services, with one purpose, to meet people where they are and walk with them. At Anglicare, we believe everyone is Made for Connection - with God, with each other and with the places we call home. As a Counsellor, you'll have the opportunity to walk alongside people through challenging seasons, helping them strengthen relationships, build resilience and create meaningful change. Are you ready for a career that means more? To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button and submit your application. All applicants will receive a response. Anglicare is as wonderfully diverse as the customers and communities we support. While we are guided by our Christian-based values, our team includes people of all faiths and backgrounds who share our commitment to serving others, and we value the diverse perspectives they bring. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultural backgrounds. Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Application Close Date: October 24, 2026 Do you want a career that means more? We bring the strength, the support and the strategy to make it happen. At Anglicare, we’re building a future where every voice counts. We celebrate diversity, champion equity, and foster a culture of belonging - because your unique perspective helps shape stronger communities. Joining our team means becoming part of a values-led community, committed to transforming lives across aged care, housing, mental health, disability and family services. Here, you'll find the stability and support to build a meaningful career while making a positive impact in the lives of our society’s most vulnerable people. Because your passion for helping others deserves a home where it can truly flourish. Anglicare is where you can do the best work of your life. Your rewards and benefits We believe that caring for others starts with caring for our people. Because you put so much heart into helping the most vulnerable in our community, we're committed to supporting you to thrive both professionally and personally. Here, we recognise that meaningful work deserves meaningful support. So, we've designed a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits that reflect our values and make a real difference to your life. We support your career by investing in your growth, balance and security through professional development opportunities. We also offer competitive salary packaging, wellbeing programs and generous discounts for you and your family. Staff Rewards Enjoy access to our staff rewards portal, with exclusive discounts to over 400 retailers, free wellbeing resources and more. Salary Packaging Pay less tax on your income and increase your take-home pay! With salary packaging, up to $15,900 of your income is tax free. You can also spend up to $2,650 on accommodation, meals and entertainment… tax free! Employee Assistance Program At Anglicare, we care about your mental wellbeing, both at work and at home. Our confidential Employee Assistance Program provides free counselling as you need it. Employee Referral Program Be rewarded with a $1,200 incentive every time you help us find the right person for a permanent role! Simply go to our careers page, refer a friend for a permanent role, and if they're hired, you’ll receive an additional $1,200 (taxable) payment when they reach six months of service. Formal Recognition The Performance Review process supports your professional goals through ongoing conversations and feedback from your manager. Your Annual Review Conversation provides an opportunity to formally recognise and reward outstanding performance through career progression, skill development and secondment.

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