• A great opportunity to be part of Australia’s most trusted cancer ‘Not for Profit’ organisation and join a dedicated team delivering critical support programs.
• Part-time (0.4 FTE) parental leave contract until 31 December 2026
• Hybrid working environment combining working from home and in our CBD offices located at 200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne.

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

About your opportunity

The Strategy and Support Division places people at the centre of everything we do. We work directly with clinicians, researchers, policymakers, and people impacted by cancer to reduce inequities and improve outcomes for all Victorians, now and into the future. As part of the Strategy and Support Division, you will be part of the Supportive Care Team which operates under the Cancer Information and Support Services Unit.

The Counselling service provides telephone support to Victorians affected by cancer. It is staffed by experienced Counsellors who are highly skilled in supporting people with their psychological and emotional needs whilst managing the impacts of a cancer diagnosis. This service aims to compliment the clinical care provided to patients, and our approach is holistic and person-centred.

We are seeking a part-time Counsellor to join our Counselling team in the Strategy and Support Division. Reporting to the Counselling Service Lead, your role is to:

• Provide telephone-based counselling support to people affected by cancer.
• Understand and be proficient in best practice therapeutic interventions for people affected by cancer presenting with transient or issue-specific distress.
• Provide referral to further support as required, including onward referral to internal supportive care services and/or supports offered by external health services and agencies.
• Effective contribution to the counselling team and participation in program development strategies as required

All about you

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a qualification in Counselling, Social Work or Psychology
• Has post graduate experience in Oncology or related healthcare field
• Has current registration with a governing body (AHPRA, Australian Counselling Association or Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia)
• Has a demonstrated ability to respond to the information and support needs of people affected by life limiting illness and demonstrated understanding of the psychological impact of cancer on individuals and families.
• Is experienced in the delivery of telephone and/or face-to-face counselling interventions including use of behavioural and cognitive coping strategies.
• Will participate in regular professional development and improvement of clinical knowledge and communication skills.
• Has advanced communication skills, interpersonal skills and active listening skills, including the ability to develop and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Has proven organisational and time management skills with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a highly functioning team.
• Is computer literate, and confident in use of MS Office suite use with customer data-base management experience

What we can offer you

• Work for purpose: Contribute to our powerful mission to reduce the impact of cancer through prevention, support, and research.
• Salary: $89,299 to $98,632 base salary per annum (pro rata for part-time), commensurate with experience, plus 12% superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits: Increase your take-home pay by paying certain expenses using your pre-tax salary — up to $15,900 in living expenses plus $2,650 in meals and entertainment annually.
• Generous leave: Study leave, cultural and ceremonial leave, blood donation leave, gender affirmation leave, paid parental leave, and up to 3 days of leave between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Refer to our Enterprise Agreement for more information.
• Flexible and hybrid work: A range of options to support work-life balance, including a mix of working from home and our modern office at 200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne.
• Health and wellbeing support: Comprehensive employee assistance program, flu vaccinations, and discounted health insurance.
• Growth and development opportunities: Study support, plus in-house, external, and online learning programs.
• Workplace culture: A collaborative, inclusive and purpose-driven workplace - recognised with the Best Workplace Award.

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, visit http://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers/job-opportunities to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Kate Barber on 0401 005 569 or email: kate.barber@cancervic.org.au.

Cancer Council will only contact applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required).

Applications close 5 June at 11:59pm

Cancer Council Victoria aspires to have a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve. We're proud to foster a culture of belonging where our people can thrive.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people living with disability, neurodivergent people, LGBTIQA+ people, people of all ages, and parents and carers. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process at any stage, please let us know. We'll work with you to make it accessible.