Job Description
Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-Operative – Health & Wellbeing Services now has the following vacancy at our Mooroopna Office
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Counsellor
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Full-Time, Fixed-Term (24 months)
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Make a meaningful difference by supporting the social and emotional wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families and communities through culturally safe, confidential and compassionate counselling.
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About the role
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The Counsellor provides culturally safe, confidential and evidence-based counselling within a Social and Emotional Wellbeing framework. You will support clients experiencing grief and loss, trauma, family violence, mental health concerns, substance use, relationship difficulties and significant life transitions.
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Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, you will deliver holistic, client-centred care that recognises the importance of culture, family, community and connection to Country.
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About You
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A relevant tertiary qualification in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work or a related discipline.
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Experience providing counselling to people experiencing complex social and emotional wellbeing concerns.
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Knowledge and understanding of trauma-informed practice.
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An understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, histories and the social determinants of health.
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The ability to develop respectful, culturally safe and therapeutic relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.
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Excellent communication, interpersonal and case management skills.
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The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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What We Offer
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We value our employees and are committed to supporting their wellbeing, professional growth, and work-life balance. Benefits include:
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Competitive pay and conditions based on the Health Professionals & Support Services Award ****: $60 per hour - negotiable based on experience and qualifications.
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Salary packaging of $15,900 available for Part time or Full-time employees.
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Opportunities for additional incentives, which may include Christmas bonus days, recognition of NAIDOC day, annual CPI-based Award wage increases where applicable, and relocation assistance where applicable.
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Professional development opportunities and support to help you grow in your career.
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Access to a free and confidential Employment Assistance Program and more.
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Provision of a laptop and mobile phone to support your work where applicable.
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Fleet cars to carry out daily tasks where applicable.
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Pre-employment Requirements
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The successful applicant will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment screening, including a National Police Check and Working with Children Check, and provide evidence of a current Victorian driver licence.
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Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply, as their cultural knowledge and lived experience are central to the work we do.
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Applications close: Wednesday, 2 September ****
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📌 Counsellor (Shepparton)
🏢 Rumbalara Aboriginal Co-operative
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