Step into a role where you can make a meaningful impact across rural communities, providing strengths‐based, supportive counselling to individuals and families experiencing stress related to drought and rural hardship. Join a dedicated and compassionate team delivering evidence‐informed interventions that build resilience, connection and wellbeing throughout the Murrumbidgee region.
A collaborative, teams‐based multi‐disciplinary approach to patient care
Engaging and intellectually stimulating work
A team that is inclusive, respectful, and values the diverse communities it serves
A position dedicated to empowering others to achieve their goals
Relocation Considerations
About the role
In this role, you'll provide strengths‐based, community‐focused counselling to individuals and families experiencing stress related to drought and rural hardship, meeting people where they feel most supported. You'll work autonomously across the district while collaborating with MLHD mental health teams, delivering evidence‐informed interventions that build resilience, connection and wellbeing in rural communities.
Your responsibilities will include
Provide supportive, strengths‐based counselling to people experiencing stress in drought‐affected rural communities
Deliver practical, evidence‐informed interventions like CBT, mindfulness and single‐session approaches.
Connect with local farming and community networks to reach those who need support most.
Help clients access services through clear advice, referrals and advocacy.
Travel across the district to meet people where they feel comfortable and supported.




Your contribution as a healthcare qualified will have a meaningful and positive impact, which is felt at a community level.
Employment type:
Full Time Temporary (until 30 June ****, with possibility of extension) (Job Share may be considered)
Position classification:
Psychologist, Social Worker, Sexual Assault Worker
Renumeration:
$79,****** - $122,****** per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)
Hours per week:
up to 38
Location:
Location Negotiable within MLHD
What We're Looking For
Relevant tertiary qualification with registration or professional peak body eligibility.
Extensive experience in Counselling skills using strength‐based and resilient building approaches.
Advanced leadership skills with experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
Critical thinking, problem solving, and decision‐making ability.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
People of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.
MLHD welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and the LGBTIQ+ community.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, you can access recruitment application support through the Stepping Up initiative.
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
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