[Hiring] Counsellor @Sonder.io

Role Description

As a Counsellor, you will provide short-term, solution-focused therapy to our members within a stepped care model. You will work with diverse individuals across various age groups and cultural backgrounds, supporting them with mental health challenges through online counselling sessions.

• Deliver short-term, solution-focused therapy to members within a stepped care model.
• Conduct six online counselling sessions per day.
• Work with members from diverse backgrounds, providing culturally safe and inclusive support.
• Assist members in developing self-regulation strategies and achieving their mental health goals.
• Consult with internal and external health and wellbeing providers to implement individualised care plans.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive case notes in compliance with best practice standards.
• Engage in regular clinical supervision, training, and quality assurance activities to ensure high professional standards.

Qualifications

• A minimum Bachelor's degree in Counselling from Australia or New Zealand.
• Valid registration with a professional body such as PACFA- Clinical, ACA - Level 3 or above.
• Minimum of 3 years of direct experience in 1-2-1 therapy sessions with adults, including conducting assessments and developing individualised treatment plans.
• Demonstrated experience in evidence-based counselling.
• Minimum of 400 hours of documented counselling instruction and 140 hours of delivered therapy.
• Completion of a minimum of 40 hours of recorded therapy during course placement.
• A continuous improvement mindset with a focus on quality care and evidence-based practice.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team and escalate concerns when necessary.
• Resilience and adaptability in managing complex situations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.

Benefits

• Gain free access to the Sonder app for you and your family, offering 24/7 on-demand support for health, wellbeing, and safety.
• Paid parental leave with an attractive return to work policy: 12 weeks for Primary Carers and 4 weeks for Secondary Carers, plus Primary Carers return to work at 80% for the first 3 months at full pay.
• Participate in our Employee Share Option Plan (ESOP) for you to be a part of Sonder’s success.
• Salary packaging novated leasing.
• Access $250 annually to fund to invest in your wellbeing, empowering you to choose the support that best fits your needs.
• Team social fund to connect with your team, plus monthly company-wide social events.
• Volunteer leave: 2 days per year to participate in meaningful causes and contribute back to the community.