Job Description
Support your work-life balance with generous leave.
Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
Join a team that values your input and supports your growth.
Empower Conversations. Create Safe Spaces. Make a Real Impact.
Join a role where your empathy, experience, and person-centred approach truly make a difference. As a Counsellor in our Sexuality and Relationships service, you’ll support individuals to navigate sensitive topics with dignity, respect, and confidence.
Enjoy a supportive and flexible work environment with benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance — including a 9-day fortnight, hybrid work-from-home/office arrangements, 5-weeks of annual leave, and the opportunity to increase your take-home pay with up to $15,900 in salary packaging, plus an additional $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
About Northcott:
At Northcott, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live life their way. As a not-for-profit disability service provider, we support people with disability to explore possibilities, achieve goals, and live the life they choose.
With more than 90 years of experience and a strong presence across NSW, QLD and the ACT, Northcott is one of Australia’s largest and most trusted disability service organisations. Every year, we provide people with a disability, along with their families and carers, with personalised and empowering support.
We are a registered NDIS provider employing more than 3,000 dedicated staff across metropolitan and regional locations.
Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story.
What I'll be doing:
As a Counsellor, I will be supporting the Sexuality and Relationships service, which includes providing counselling, education, and assisting in event facilitation. I will work in a person-centred way, respecting the sensitivities surrounding these topics and fostering an environment where individuals feel safe, heard, and supported.
As part of this role, I will:
Support the Sexuality and Relationships service through direct counselling and educational sessions.
Adopt a person-centred approach while understanding and respecting the sensitivities surrounding sexuality and relationships.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality, always respecting the individual differences and needs of the customers.
Create and sustain a safe, secure, and trusting environment for all stakeholders involved.
You Can Make a Difference
I'm passionate about providing meaningful support, have a growth mindset, and am committed to delivering person-centred care. My years of expertise in the disability or health sector will empower individuals, foster connections, and create lasting, positive change in their lives.
I will bring:
Tertiary qualifications, with a minimum Diploma in Counselling.
Membership with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) or as an accredited PACFA Registrant with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia.
Demonstrated experience and clinical skills in counselling, including the application of therapeutic modalities relevant to working with individuals and groups.
A solid understanding of legislative, ethical, and practice requirements, including confidentiality, anti-discrimination, and mandatory reporting.
Knowledge and understanding of NDIS policies and procedures.
Why you’ll love working with us
Flexible Work Options: Open to both part-time and full-time candidates – find the work-life balance that suits you best.
Wellness Perks: Fitness Passport, reduced insurance, and discounts via Perkbox.
Supportive Culture: Work in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative environment with peer supervision and access to clinical teams across multiple states.
Comprehensive Support: Access to a broader clinical services team across NSW, QLD & ACT, with regular peer supervision.
Generous Parental Leave: After 12 months of service, enjoy 14 weeks of paid maternity leave to support you and your growing family.
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter that highlights your relevant skills and experience for the role.
Northcott will review candidates throughout the recruitment process, likely before the close date and you will be advised of an outcome. For general enquiries about the role you are applying for, please email [email protected] .
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTIQ+ identity, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. If you require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, if you have a preferred contact method or require any information provided in an alternative format, please contact Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at [email protected] .
Salary packaging benefits to increase your take-home pay.
Join a team that values your input and supports your growth.
Empower Conversations. Create Safe Spaces. Make a Real Impact.
Join a role where your empathy, experience, and person-centred approach truly make a difference. As a Counsellor in our Sexuality and Relationships service, you’ll support individuals to navigate sensitive topics with dignity, respect, and confidence.
Enjoy a supportive and flexible work environment with benefits designed to support your well-being and work-life balance — including a 9-day fortnight, hybrid work-from-home/office arrangements, 5-weeks of annual leave, and the opportunity to increase your take-home pay with up to $15,900 in salary packaging, plus an additional $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
About Northcott:
At Northcott, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live life their way. As a not-for-profit disability service provider, we support people with disability to explore possibilities, achieve goals, and live the life they choose.
With more than 90 years of experience and a strong presence across NSW, QLD and the ACT, Northcott is one of Australia’s largest and most trusted disability service organisations. Every year, we provide people with a disability, along with their families and carers, with personalised and empowering support.
We are a registered NDIS provider employing more than 3,000 dedicated staff across metropolitan and regional locations.
Before applying for a role at Northcott, we encourage you to visit our website to learn more about our mission to ensure our values and culture are a good fit for you: Our Story.
What I'll be doing:
As a Counsellor, I will be supporting the Sexuality and Relationships service, which includes providing counselling, education, and assisting in event facilitation. I will work in a person-centred way, respecting the sensitivities surrounding these topics and fostering an environment where individuals feel safe, heard, and supported.
As part of this role, I will:
Support the Sexuality and Relationships service through direct counselling and educational sessions.
Adopt a person-centred approach while understanding and respecting the sensitivities surrounding sexuality and relationships.
Maintain a high level of confidentiality, always respecting the individual differences and needs of the customers.
Create and sustain a safe, secure, and trusting environment for all stakeholders involved.
You Can Make a Difference
I'm passionate about providing meaningful support, have a growth mindset, and am committed to delivering person-centred care. My years of expertise in the disability or health sector will empower individuals, foster connections, and create lasting, positive change in their lives.
I will bring:
Tertiary qualifications, with a minimum Diploma in Counselling.
Membership with the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) or as an accredited PACFA Registrant with the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia.
Demonstrated experience and clinical skills in counselling, including the application of therapeutic modalities relevant to working with individuals and groups.
A solid understanding of legislative, ethical, and practice requirements, including confidentiality, anti-discrimination, and mandatory reporting.
Knowledge and understanding of NDIS policies and procedures.
Why you’ll love working with us
Flexible Work Options: Open to both part-time and full-time candidates – find the work-life balance that suits you best.
Wellness Perks: Fitness Passport, reduced insurance, and discounts via Perkbox.
Supportive Culture: Work in a multi-disciplinary, collaborative environment with peer supervision and access to clinical teams across multiple states.
Comprehensive Support: Access to a broader clinical services team across NSW, QLD & ACT, with regular peer supervision.
Generous Parental Leave: After 12 months of service, enjoy 14 weeks of paid maternity leave to support you and your growing family.
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your updated resume along with a brief cover letter that highlights your relevant skills and experience for the role.
Northcott will review candidates throughout the recruitment process, likely before the close date and you will be advised of an outcome. For general enquiries about the role you are applying for, please email [email protected] .
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Northcott actively promotes diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process and throughout employment. We are committed to providing a workplace where every person is valued, respected and supported to progress. Northcott welcomes applications from and ensures no one is disadvantaged on the basis of their Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander identity, culture, LGBTIQ+ identity, disability, gender, age, religion or caring responsibilities. If you require an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, if you have a preferred contact method or require any information provided in an alternative format, please contact Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at [email protected] .
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Counsellor Relationships and uality position is now open for candidates interested in the Work from home Jobs sector. This role in North Parramatta offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Work from home Jobs is a plus.
