Occupation

261133 Family and Relationship Counsellor

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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2024, Version 1.0

261133 Family and Relationship Counsellor

Assists individuals, couples and families with overcoming difficulties in personal relationships and improving their overall quality of life.

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • 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