An exciting opportunity exists for a passionate and experienced Indigenous mental health professional to lead and deliver culturally safe and responsive wellbeing services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in a tertiary education setting.
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This role is ideal for someone who is committed to improving mental health outcomes, fostering cultural safety, and supporting student success through therapeutic counselling, case management, and health promotion.
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Key Responsibilities
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- Lead the development and delivery of an Indigenous Student Wellbeing Program.
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- Provide culturally appropriate counselling (individual and group), case coordination, and advocacy.
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- Collaborate with Indigenous student support services and other internal stakeholders to ensure holistic care.
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- Build and maintain referral pathways with external community agencies.
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- Contribute to health promotion, training, and wellbeing initiatives across multiple campuses.
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About You
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You will bring:
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- Qualifications in Psychology, Social Work or a related field, with current registration (AHPRA for psychologists or AASW for social workers).
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- Demonstrated experience providing culturally responsive counselling to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
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- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
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- Experience supporting clients with complex psychosocial needs in high-demand environments.
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- A commitment to cultural safety, continuous learning, and inclusive practice.
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- Valid Working with Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
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What's on Offer
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- A meaningful role supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander student wellbeing.
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- Flexible work arrangements and a supportive, inclusive team culture.
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- Opportunities for professional development and contribution to strategic wellbeing initiatives.
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- A energetic and purpose-driven work environment in the education sector.
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Eligibility
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Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply. This position is identified under Section 12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).
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Apply
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Apply now! Or contact 0466 155 352 if you would like to have a confidential discussion to find out more about this opportunity.
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📌 Senior Indigenous Counsellor (Identified Role) (Victoria)
🏢 Method Recruitment Group
📍 Victoria
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