Trauma-Informed Counsellor in Remote Indigenous Community

at; South Australia; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A wellbeing service team is seeking a Counsellor to provide therapeutic support and counselling to residents of Yulara, Australia. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team to enhance community wellbeing. Applicants should have a tertiary qualification in a related field and experience in counselling, particularly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Attractive incentives, including relocation assistance and professional development opportunities, are offered.

Benefits

Discounted accommodation

Competitive pay

Resort discounts

Access to staff pool, gym, and Residents Club

Relocation assistance payment up to $1500

Qualifications

• Experience delivering individual and group counselling.
• Understanding of challenges facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Ability to maintain strong professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic support and counselling to residents of Yulara.
• Deliver therapeutic assessment, counselling, debriefing, and psycho-education.
• Collaborate with the wellbeing team to deliver mental health programs.

Skills

Counselling

Cultural competency

Communication

Case management

Advocacy

Education

Tertiary qualification in social work, counselling, psychology or related discipline

Job description

A wellbeing service team is seeking a Counsellor to provide therapeutic support and counselling to residents of Yulara, Australia. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team to enhance community wellbeing. Applicants should have a tertiary qualification in a related field and experience in counselling, particularly with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Attractive incentives, including relocation assistance and professional development opportunities, are offered.