Therapeutic Counsellor

Therapeutic Counsellor, Gamblers Help

Full-time, permanent opportunity

Psychologist Grade 2 or SACS Level 5, depending on qualifications and experience

Make a real difference in your community.

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Therapeutic Counsellor to support individuals, families and others affected by gambling-related harm.

As a not-for-profit organisation, Better Health Network supports people and families at different stages of life and works with communities to strengthen health and wellbeing. We believe that better health and wellbeing is built around community.

About The Role

As a Therapeutic Counsellor in our Gamblers Help program, you’ll provide evidence-informed counselling and therapeutic support that helps clients stabilise or reduce gambling behaviours, strengthen their wellbeing and achieve lasting positive change.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

Providing assessment, counselling and case management for individuals, couples, families and others affected by gambling-related harm Conducting comprehensive initial client assessments Developing treatment plans and delivering client-centred, recovery-focused interventions Maintaining accurate client records, case notes, reports and correspondence Providing information, referrals and follow-up support Working collaboratively with counsellors, financial counsellors and other service providers Participating in individual and group clinical supervision Contributing to service improvement and program development

About You

You’ll be an experienced counsellor or psychologist who can build trusted relationships and provide sensitive, effective support to people experiencing complex challenges.

To Be Successful, You’ll Bring

A qualification in psychology or counselling Current professional registration with AASW, ACA, PACFA or AHPRA Knowledge and experience in the therapeutic treatment of addictive behaviours, mental health concerns and gambling-related harm Experience providing community-based counselling to individuals, couples and families experiencing multiple or complex issues Strong clinical assessment and case management skills The ability to develop referral pathways and work effectively with other services Excellent communication, organisation and time management skills The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Location

This role is based at Bentleigh East with travel required across community settings and other BHN locations, such as Frankston and Dandenong, as needed.

Why join BHN?

About

At BHN, you’ll join a values-driven organisation that genuinely cares about its people and the communities it serves. We offer:

Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay Professional development, learning and regular supervision A collaborative and supportive team culture The opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day

Apply now with your resume and cover letter describing why you’d like to join the team and how your experience aligns with the role.

Apply by 5pm Thursday 3 rd September 2026.Applications will be assessed as received, so early applications are encouraged.

For enquiries, please contactPaul Thompson, Team Leader Gambler’s Help (Therapeutic Counselling) PThompson@bhn.org.au

We value Accountability, Collaboration, Respect and Courage, and strive to create an inclusive environment that welcomes people from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, culturally and linguistically diverse, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Pre-employment checks include reference checks, a National Police Check, Working with Children Check, statutory declaration, required professional registration, evidence of the right to work in Australia and compliance with the applicable immunisation requirements.

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