Family and Relationship Services Practitioner

About the role

Relationships Australia Queensland, Queensland's leading provider of relationship and family wellbeing services, is looking for a Family and Relationship Services Practitioner to join its Ipswich team. This is a permanent, part-time position of 3 days per week, offering high-quality family and relationship counselling to individuals, couples and families, with couples counselling and work with young children at the heart of everyday practice.

Key responsibilities

• Offer family and relationship counselling to individuals, couples and families, helping them navigate life transitions and strengthen relationships.
• Conduct client intake, risk and needs assessments for all clients.
• Apply life-span and development theory to support clients through transitions such as relationship formation, marriage, separation, remarriage, parenthood, parenting children of different ages and retirement.
• Use a systems theory framework and evidence-based interventions, and recommend tailored interventions based on presenting issues, history, risk assessment and the impact on children.
• Maintain confidentiality and keep detailed client files, case notes and risk management documentation in line with policy and procedure.
• Comply with legislative and funding requirements, collecting and recording statistical data accurately and on time.

Required profile

• Undergraduate qualification in Behavioural Science, Psychology, Counselling or Social Work.
• Demonstrated experience in couples counselling and working with young children, with knowledge of family dynamics and evidence-based practice.
• Experience applying family systems theories, developmental psychological theories and practice frameworks for working with family violence.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations relating to relationships counselling.

What we offer

• Salary starting from $91,000 plus superannuation (pro rata for part-time), negotiable depending on qualifications and experience.
• Flexible, supportive culture and work-life balance.
• Salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year.
• Three extra paid leave days over Christmas and annual leave loading.
• Up to 2 weeks of paid study leave each year.
• Paid parental leave.
• Medical insurance discounts and free access to an Employee Assistance Program.

To apply, submit a resume and a brief cover letter through the Apply Now link; applications close Monday 2 November 2026.