COUNSELLOR - FIFO
Henderson Healthcare
Posted 26 days ago
We are seeking two experienced Counsellors to support and strengthen the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in Regional QLD. These full-time, fixed-term roles are based in Cairns with FIFO travel arrangements to the community.
Role: Counselling Roles - Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB)
Location: Cairns (FIFO)
Contract: Full-time, fixed-term until 30th June 2025 (with possibility to extend)
Accommodation & Flights: Provided from Cairns to Regional QLD
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide counselling services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
- Strengthen social and emotional wellbeing by applying evidence-based case management, intake, and assessment practices
- Collaborate with community members and health professionals to develop tailored support plans
- Offer culturally sensitive support to individuals dealing with mental health, AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs) issues, and related challenges
About You:
- You are passionate about improving social and emotional wellbeing for Indigenous communities
- You have a background in counselling, mental health, or AOD and a commitment to contemporary evidence-based practices
- You are committed to working collaboratively with individuals and communities to provide holistic support
Essential Criteria:
- Diploma of Counselling or tertiary qualifications in Social Work or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in counselling, including case management, intake, and assessments
- Experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities is desirable
- Experience in mental health and/or AOD is highly regarded
- Registration with an appropriate body (e.g., ACA, AASW)
- Certificate IV/Diploma in Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) or Mental Health
- QLD Drivers License
- Blue Card (Working with Children Card)
- Australian Federal Police Check
Additional Information:
- Applicants must arrange their own accommodation in Cairns when not flying out to the community
- Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are encouraged to apply
Apply Now!
For more information or to apply, please contact Meisha at [email protected] or call 08 6154 6919 for a confidential chat.
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