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.