Counsellor - Community & Mental Health Services

Location: Tennant Creek, NT
Job Type: Full-time (Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm)
Contract: Until 2026

Accommodation: $195 per week + 4 weeks bond (includes electricity and furniture). Own accomodation.

Salary: $101,791 plus superannuation packaging option up to $15,900 per annum, six weeks annual leave (plus leave loading) + two weeks of personal leave

About the Organisation

This respected not-for-profit delivers a wide range of social and community services throughout the Northern Territory. With a strong focus on building wellbeing, resilience and stronger relationships, the organisation operates across urban, regional and remote communities, providing culturally responsive support that meets people where they are.

The Role

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Counsellor to provide responsive, therapeutic support to individuals, couples and families in Tennant Creek. You'll deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based counselling and group programs that empower people to overcome challenges and build stronger, healthier relationships.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing individual counselling to adults, children and families using best-practice therapeutic approaches
• Delivering group programs designed to strengthen relationships, enhance emotional wellbeing, and reduce risk
• Supporting clients to improve communication, resilience, parenting and decision-making skills
• Applying trauma-informed, child-centred methodologies including play-based therapy
• Maintaining professional, accurate records, and contributing to service evaluation and continuous improvement
• Building and maintaining strong partnerships with local stakeholders such as schools and community organisations
• Participating in regular clinical supervision, team reflection and case review sessions

What We're Looking For

To succeed in this role, you'll bring:

• A relevant qualification in Counselling, Psychology, or Social Work (essential)
• Membership or eligibility for membership with a relevant professional body such as PACFA, AASW, or ACA
• Demonstrated experience in delivering counselling services across a range of age groups, including children
• Confidence using evidence-based therapeutic models, including family therapy and trauma-informed care
• Experience facilitating group programs
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to work sensitively in cross-cultural settings
• A commitment to ethical practice, confidentiality and safeguarding children

Additional requirements:

• Current NT Driver Licence and Ochre Card (Working with Children Clearance)
• Ability to pass a satisfactory National Police Check
• Compliance with COVID-19 vaccination requirements
• Willingness to work occasional after-hours sessions (time-in-lieu provided)

What's On Offer

• A meaningful role with a leading not-for-profit organisation
• Access to generous salary packaging benefits and professional development support
• Remote travel allowance and relocation assistance (if applicable)
• A supportive team environment focused on learning, inclusion and client outcomes

The opportunity to make a lasting impact in Tennant Creek, a vibrant regional town rich in culture and community spirit

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion, please contact Jody Inman - Healthcare Manager at Zenith Search on 0483 964 075 or email your updated resume to [email protected]

Alternatively, click Apply Now, and we'll be in touch to discuss your fit for the role.
Please note: Only candidates meeting the essential criteria will be contacted for further discussion.

About Zenith Search

Founded in 2011, Zenith Search is a leading provider of specialist recruitment services. We work with Australia's top community, health and infrastructure organisations to match exceptional talent with meaningful opportunities.

We succeed when you succeed.

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