Counsellors Nec

Overview

This occupation group covers Counsellors not elsewhere classified. Occupations in this group may work in a call centre. Occupations include: Gambling Counsellor; Grief Counsellor; Life Coach; Sexual Assault Counsellor; Trauma ounsellor

Skills

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks

• working with clients on career, study and employment options by obtaining and examining information relevant to their abilities and needs
• providing information and resources to assist clients with job-seeking skills
• assessing client needs in relation to treatment for drug and alcohol abuse
• conducting counselling interviews with individuals, couples and family groups
• assisting the understanding and adjustment of attitudes, expectations and behaviour to develop more effective interpersonal and marital relationships
• presenting alternative approaches and discussing potential for attitude and behaviour change
• consulting with clients to develop rehabilitation plans taking account of vocational and social needs
• contributing information, understanding and advice on the learning and behaviour of students, especially those with special needs, and assisting parents and teachers in dealing with these needs
• may work in a call centre

Related Occupations

• Careers Counsellor
• Drug and Alcohol Counsellor
• Family and Marriage Counsellor
• Rehabilitation Counsellor
• Student Counsellor