SOCIAL/COMMUNITY SERVICES

2513-15 Family Counsellor

Assists individuals, couples or families with marriage or relationship difficulties.

Skill Level:

The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• assists the understanding and adjustment of attitudes, expectations and behaviour to develop more effective interpersonal and marital relationships
• conducts counselling or therapeutic interviews with individuals, couples or family groups
• collects data through observation and case histories, and discusses problems with parties involved
• presents alternative approaches and discusses potential for attitude and behaviour change
• counsels people and assists with appropriate decisions and adjustments relating to divorce

Specialisations:
Family Court Counsellor