New Street Counsellor - Identified

NSW Health; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider in Tamworth is looking for a dedicated Aboriginal professional to support youth aged 10-17 engaging in harmful behaviors. The role involves delivering therapeutic interventions and engaging families, focusing on cultural connection and community support. The team emphasizes a collaborative approach to enhance safety and wellbeing. Applicants should have a relevant degree and be committed to making a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Understanding of early intervention and cultural connection.
• Ability to provide therapeutic interventions.
• Experience working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assessment, counselling, and case coordination.
• Provide cultural advice and consultation.
• Engage with Aboriginal communities for appropriate care.
• Contribute to service development initiatives.

Skills

Cultural insight

Empathy

Therapeutic skill

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Social Work, Psychology, or Counselling

Job description

Empower Aboriginal youth through healing, cultural connection & early intervention in a supportive, collaborative care team

Remuneration: $62,512 – $147,108 per annum (dependent on qualifications) + superannuation + salary packaging
Location: Kamilaroi & Gomeroi Countries | Tamworth Community Health Service
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Aboriginal Health Worker, Counsellor Level 3, Senior Clinical Psychologist, Senior Psychologist, Social Worker Level 3
Requisition ID: REQ599341
Applications Close: Thursday 28th August 2025

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.

About the role:

We’re looking for a passionate and dedicated Aboriginal professional to join our team in supporting children aged 10-17 who have engaged in harmful sexual behaviour. You’ll work directly with these young people and their families, providing therapeutic interventions and culturally responsive support that enhances safety, restores relationships, and promotes healing and wellbeing.

Our early intervention approach focuses on holistic outcomes, including ceasing harmful behaviours, strengthening cultural identity, and fostering community connections. Aboriginal children in out-of-home care are prioritised, and cultural safety is at the heart of our work.

In this role, you will be well supported by both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal colleagues. Together, we provide coordinated and culturally embedded care that makes a lasting difference. Most clients receive medium to long-term support, averaging between 6 months and 2 years.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Delivering assessment, counselling, and case coordination in partnership with another clinician.
• Providing cultural advice and consultation to ensure our service embeds Aboriginal ways of working and cultural safety.
• Engaging with Aboriginal communities and services to support strong, culturally appropriate care.
• Contributing to service development initiatives that improve cultural responsiveness.

About our team:

We are a small, close-knit team with staff based in Tamworth and Newcastle, including four Aboriginal and six non-Aboriginal team members. Our work is grounded in collective practice - we review cases together, work in pairs, and provide mutual support to achieve the best outcomes for families.

We are deeply committed to supporting each other and creating a space where cultural knowledge is respected, shared, and central to our practice.

About you:

This is more than a role - it’s an opportunity to create meaningful, long-term change. You’re an Aboriginal professional who brings cultural insight, empathy, and therapeutic skill to your work. You understand the importance of early intervention, cultural connection, and family involvement in helping children and young people thrive.

If you’re ready to be part of a compassionate, committed team that values Aboriginal worldviews and collective impact, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Social Work with eligibility for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) or bachelor degree or higher in Psychology with current full registration with the Psychology Board of Australia or bachelor degree or higher in Counselling with registration with the appropriate professional body.

Additional Information:

• To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
• An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.
• This position is full time; however, part time/job share arrangements may also be considered.
  
  

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For role related queries or questions contact Sarah Farrell on [e-mail]

Information for Applicants: Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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This is a Category A position . Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.