Social & Emotional Wellbeing Counsellor | Identified Position | Toowoomba QLD (10004307)

Identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position

Deliver culturally safe, trauma-informed counselling and wellbeing support

Work within a passionate multidisciplinary mental health team

Part-time opportunity offering flexible work arrangements

Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits of up to $18,550

$53.00 to $56.97 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications, plus 12% superannuation

Employment Type

Permanent – Part-Time (0.8 FTE)

Based in and around Toowoomba, with outreach required

Practice Information

The organisation delivers person-centred mental health care through an innovative partnership involving community health, mental health and specialist support services. The multidisciplinary team provides inclusive and integrated care guided by a "no wrong door" approach.

The service works collaboratively with individuals, families, communities and local support providers to improve access to culturally responsive mental health and wellbeing care.

Position Description

The Social and Emotional Wellbeing Counsellor will provide therapeutic, culturally responsive support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people experiencing a range of mental health and wellbeing challenges.

Drawing on lived experience, cultural knowledge and professional expertise, the successful candidate will walk alongside clients, families and communities to strengthen connection, healing and hope.

Key responsibilities include:

Provide culturally safe and trauma-informed counselling and wellbeing support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients

Work collaboratively with community members, families and local services to identify and achieve wellbeing goals

Undertake home visits and outreach where appropriate to provide accessible, person-centred support

Engage with local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, services and networks to strengthen pathways to care





Promote the Social and Emotional Wellbeing program and contribute to a positive, culturally inclusive team environment

Build and maintain partnerships with service partners and stakeholders to support integrated service delivery

Contribute to program quality, compliance and reporting requirements while supporting client safety and wellbeing

Position Requirements

Identifies as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person

Minimum Diploma qualification in Counselling or a related discipline

Demonstrated experience working respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities

Solid understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander social and emotional wellbeing, culture and connection to Country

Experience providing counselling and wellbeing support to individuals, families or groups

Experience supporting people experiencing grief and loss, trauma, family violence or mental health challenges

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Current driver licence and willingness to travel for outreach across the Toowoomba region

This position is designated as an Identified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander position. Only Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are eligible to apply.

After Hours Requirements

No after-hours requirements have been specified.

About Toowoomba

Toowoomba is a major regional city located on the traditional lands of the Jagera, Giabal and Jarowair peoples. Known as Queensland’s Garden City, Toowoomba offers established health, education and community services, attractive parks and gardens, and convenient access to Brisbane and the wider Darling Downs region.

For more information on this position, please contact our team via ***@healthworkforce.com.au.

Following successful placement, eligible candidates may be entitled to receive support and financial assistance through Health Workforce Queensland's comprehensive workforce attraction and retention incentives. This position may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary for ongoing career development.

📌 Social & Emotional Wellbeing Counsellor | Identified Position | Toowoomba QLD(10004307) (Australia)
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