Job Description
Are you a qualified Counsellor looking to make a meaningful difference for people experiencing mental health and/or alcohol and other drug challenges?
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We're currently recruiting for an Counsellor to join a well-established, welcoming not-for-profit community-based mental health service in Cairns. This is an opportunity to provide accessible, trauma-informed support to individuals and families while working alongside a multidisciplinary team and broader community services.
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Permanent - Part-Time, ********* FTE, $88,090 + super + salary packaging
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What's on Offer?
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Generous NFP salary packaging up to $15,899 p.a.
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Permanent part-time employment, 0.6 FTE or 0.8 FTE
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Professional development and ongoing training
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Regular supervision and reflective practice
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Employee Assistance Program
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Fitness Passport
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About the Role
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You'll provide brief intervention, counselling, care coordination and referrals to people experiencing mental health concerns, AOD challenges, distress or crisis.



The service provides a low-stigma, accessible alternative to emergency departments, offering immediate, short and medium-term support before connecting people with ongoing services.
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About You
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We're looking for a compassionate and experienced Counsellor who can work confidently with people experiencing mental health concerns, AOD issues and complex psychosocial needs.
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You will ideally have:
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A minimum Bachelor's qualification in Counselling and Psychotherapy
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Current ACA Level 3+ or PACFA registration
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Experience working with AOD
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Experience supporting people with complex needs
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This is a permanent part time position, with opportunities available at ******* FTE.
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Interested?
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If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can provide accessible support to people at times when they need it most, we'd love to hear from you!

📌 Counsellor (Queensland)
🏢 Stream Healthcare
📍 Queensland