261132 Family and Relationship Counsellor

This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Australia

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

New Zealand

• Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

• Conducts counselling interviews with individuals, couples, and family groups
• Undertakes intakes and assessments, including risk assessments and screening
• Assists with the understanding and adjustment of attitudes, expectations, and behaviour to develop more effective interpersonal and marital relationships
• Provides a range of interventions to families post-separation who are experiencing various levels of conflict and are unable to reach agreements regarding parenting arrangements for their children and the distribution of property
• Supports the referral process while engaging with community agencies and service providers
• Facilitates relationship education courses