Counsellor/Psychologist - Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA)

Counsellor/Psychologist - Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) MTC FutureReady is an independent social enterprise that is here to help people take practical steps towards real progress. Our focus is to empower people from all backgrounds to improve their skills and their employment prospects. Our targeted training programs, meaningful employment services and unbeatable support are all designed to bring about fresh possibilities and drive life‑changing transformation. Every year we support more than 20,000 people with new skills, confidence and opportunities across New South Wales, Queensland and the ACT. About the Role Following our recent success in securing the Inclusive Employment Australia (IEA) tender, MTC has an exciting opportunity for a motivated Counsellor/Psychologist to join our Employment Services team in the Werribee region . Reporting to the Regional Manager , the Health and Wellbeing Consultant will focus on offering a range of allied health supports to our participants in the IEA program. These supports include employment focused counselling, facilitating referrals to external support services and delivering engaged programs and activities that promote social connection, learning and job readiness. The key responsibilities of this role include: Delivering tailored support sessions to participants, focusing on personal development, wellbeing and goal achievement. Assisting with onboarding of new participants into MTC’s IEA program. Building and maintaining collaborative relationships with external service providers, referral partners and community stakeholders. Designing and facilitating group sessions or workshops aimed at enhancing life skills, wellbeing and employment readiness. Supporting clients in accessing additional internal or external services as needed. Maintaining accurate and confidential client records and documentations. Collaborating with practitioners through case discussions to share insights and develop coordinated strategies that support participants in overcoming their barriers. Ensuring compliance with all MTC’s policies and procedures and relevant regulatory and contractual IEA obligations. Perform other duties as required. About You To succeed in this role, you will have: Tertiary qualifications in Psychotherapy, Social Work or Psychology with a current professional registration. Proven experience applying trauma‑informed, person‑centred and integrative approaches. Passion for inclusive employment and supporting people with disability. Experience within the employment or community services sector. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Self‑driven with a commitment to ongoing learning and development. Resilience and adaptability in dynamic or high‑pressure environments. Cultural competence and the ability to work effectively with diverse communities. Lived experience of living with a disability is highly regarded. A valid, unrestricted driver’s licence. Why Choose Us For us, it’s more than just work. At MTC we help people take meaningful steps forward in work, and in life. When you join us, you’ll become part of a purposeful, empowering and rewarding workplace. The bonus is that the experiences, support, and training you gain here will also help you grow as an individual. We are an equal opportunity employer, and at MTC, you will be working in a diverse and inclusive environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people with lived experience of disability are welcome and strongly encouraged to apply. If there are reasonable adjustments to a recruitment process, role, or your work environment to help you, let us know. Our core values of empathy, innovation, collaboration, and achievement, create a people‑centric culture that empowers us to do what it takes for our customers to know that they matter. We offer great benefits when you join the MTC team: Salary packaging (including meal and entertainment benefits) which means more in your take‑home pay and novated leasing options. Access to retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits. ME Days providing an opportunity to focus on your wellbeing and spend time with friends and family. Career growth and development opportunities including comprehensive on‑the‑job training. Recognition and Reward scheme including regular peer nominated Awards. Employee Assistance Program with access to free confidential counselling. Free flu vaccinations and other health and wellbeing initiatives. Flexible working arrangements. Paid Parental leave. How to apply Applications are being reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible with a resume and cover letter. As part of our commitment to the safety of the children and vulnerable communities we work with, you will be required to undergo a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and maintain a valid Working with Children Check (funded by you). As this role requires access to Department of Social Services systems, you will be required to set up a myID account. For more information, visit #J-18808-Ljbffr