QuIHNis astatewide,not for profit, and non-government health service which provides a variety of health services to people who use substances throughout Queenslandacross three service areas:

Harm ReductionServices; and

Better Access Medical Clinic.

QuIHNencourages a positive work environment and individual career development by providing for team building opportunities, individual learning and development plans, supervision, professional development funds, safe and supportive work practices and flexible working arrangements to assist employees in managing a work/life balance.

QuIHN welcomes applications from people with lived-living experience of substance use, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of diverse genders and sexualities, people with a disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About the role

Part time position - 15 hours per week

The Drug and Alcohol Counsellor provides; counselling and psychosocial group work to individuals on community supervision orders within Corrections’ offices, who are also affected by substance use and other related concerns such as mental health.

Client Therapy and Support:

providingcounselling that utilises evidence-based therapeutic modalities for the achievement of client identified goals

providing harm reduction and other health promotion services





utilising alcohol and drug and mental health assessments

ensuring client data is entered to a high standard

facilitating and/or co-facilitating psychosocial education and support groups

What we're looking for

Someone who is passionate about their work and the health outcomes of both clients and the broader community and can demonstrate:

- Previous experience in a similar role
- Tertiary qualification (e.g. Cert IV or above) in a relevant field
- Ability to engage clients on community supervision orders (Parole and Probation)
- Ability to achieve a successful Criminal History Check + Admin Form 27A (Application to Visit) - as required by Queensland Corrective Services
- Intermediate competency in the use of Microsoft and other software packages
- Current Queensland driver's license (or equivalent)

Salary and Advantages

- Hourly rate - $46.70
- Flexible work arrangements to support work life balance
- Generous salary packaging options up to $15,900 + $2,650 meals and entertainment
- Additional paid leave - up to 6 days per annum for full time staff
- Great workplace culture, supportive managers, and team committed to purpose

Applications close the Friday 14 August 2026, however the position may be filled before that time.

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📌 Drug and Alcohol Counsellor (Mount Isa City)
🏢 Quihn
📍 Mount Isa City