APS 6 - Triage Counsellor (Social Worker, Psychologist, Counsellor) Jurisdiction: Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA)Section: Court Children's Service Classification: APS Level 6 Salary: Total package: $104,090 to $116,579 p.a., including 15.4% superannuation (Base salary of $90,199 to $101,022 p.a., plus 15.4% superannuation) Employment type: Ongoing / Non-ongoing, full time and part-time roles are available Location: Adelaide, Albury, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Dandenong, Darwin, Dubbo, Hobart, Launceston, Lismore, Melbourne, Newcastle, Parramatta, Rockhampton, Sydney-Lionel Bowen, Townsville, Wollongong What is a Triage Counsellor?Triage Counsellors are qualified social science professionals, who have clinical experience working with children and families, including in child protection, family support, family and domestic violence.Triage Counsellors assist parties in family law matters by conducting confidential risk assessments to assist in identification of appropriate support services, safety planning and case management.This help is targeted towards families who are at high risk as a result of family violence, mental health, drug and alcohol misuse, and child abuse and neglect.Triage Counsellors have a statutory appointment to the role of 'family counsellor' (Section 281(1) of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia Act 2021), to provide family counselling as defined under Section 10 of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth) (FLA).Why become a Triage Counsellor?This is an exciting opportunity to join the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA) and be part of a number of world-leading initiatives designed to ensure safe and effective outcomes for children and families.The role of Triage Counsellor offers the rewarding opportunity to be part of Lighthouse, which is an innovative approach taken by the FCFCOA to screen for risk, with a primary focus on improving outcomes for families.New Triage Counsellors are provided with a supportive and structured induction program.All Triage Counsellors are provided with ongoing professional development, access to an extensive literature library and regular professional supervision.What does a Triage Counsellor do?Triage Counsellors undertake a range of activities within the provisions of the FLA including: Mandatory qualifications and experience Eligibility Employment with the Court is subject to the conditions prescribed in the Public Service Act 1999, and the following: Australian citizenship – the successful applicant must hold Australian citizenship.Security and character clearance – the successful applicant must satisfy a Police Records Check and may also be required to complete security clearances during the course of their employment.Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.Diversity and Inclusion Federal Court Australia is committed to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and welcomes and encourages applications from People with Disability.First Nations peoples, LGBTIQA+ people, people from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds, Mature age workers, as well as young workers and supporting an inter-generational workforce and supporting gender equity and families.Federal Court Australia will provide reasonable adjustments for candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process and discuss workplace adjustments to fulfil the inherent requirements of the role.Contact Officer For more information, confidential enquiries can be made by emailing How to apply To apply, please complete the application form on the Court's careers portal.If you have any issues with applying, please email Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr