Make a real difference in the lives of people living and working in rural communities.
As a Farmgate Counsellor, you'll provide compassionate, strengths-based support to individuals, families and farming communities impacted by drought and rural hardship, helping them build resilience, improve wellbeing and stay connected to the support they need.12% superannuationSalary packaging and novated leasingAnnual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)Relocation considerationsAccess to the Welcome Experience ProgramWork-Life BalanceFlexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)Paid maternity and parental leaveGenerous leave options including long service and carers leaveDiscounted gym membership through Fitness PassportFree and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience and balanceEmployment type:Permanent Full / Part Time or Casual opportunitiesPosition classification:Psychologist, Social Worker, Sexual Assault Worker, Counsellor (with PACFA)Renumeration:$79,****** - $122,****** per annum, pro rata (+ super +17.5% leave loading where applicable)Hours per week:up to 38Requisition ID:REQ******Location:Albury/DeniliquinAbout the roleThe Drought Relief - Farm Gate Counsellor supports individuals, families and rural farming communities experiencing significant stress due to drought, providing strengths-based counselling, resilience-building support, advocacy and referrals to appropriate services.




The position works closely with local communities and stakeholders to improve mental wellbeing, strengthen community connections, and ensure people affected by drought can access the support they need.Your responsibilities will include:Provide strengths-based counselling, emotional support and practical assistance to individuals, families and rural communities affected by drought and rural adversity.Engage directly with farming communities, building trusted relationships and identifying people experiencing significant stress who may require support.Deliver community education, mental health promotion activities and outreach programs to improve wellbeing, resilience and awareness of available services.Coordinate referrals, advocacy and connections to health, welfare, financial and community support services to ensure holistic care.Develop strong partnerships with community organisations, stakeholders and health services while maintaining accurate client records and professional documentationWhat We're Looking For:Relevant tertiary qualifications in counselling, psychology, social work,



nursing with professional peak body membership and with the ability to provide high-quality therapeutic support.Strong counselling skills and experience using strengths-based, resilience-building and problem-solving approaches to support individuals and families experiencing adversity.An understanding of the challenges facing rural and farming communities, with knowledge of the impact drought can have on mental wellbeing, relationships and community resilience.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across communities, agencies and service providers.Highly organised and self-motivated, with robust administrative skills, proficiency in Microsoft applications and the ability to travel independently across the region.This is a NSW Health Category A position which requires immunisation and screening for certain diseases.
The full list of requirements are outlined inthe NSW Health OASV PolicyMLHD values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve.
We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTI, people with a disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgroundsAboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants 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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📌 Farmgate Counsellor (Albury)
🏢 Southern NSW Local Health District
📍 Albury