Counsellors & Mental Health Professionals

Counsellors & Mental Health Professionals Make a real difference across North & West Queensland. NWRH is seeking enthusiastic Counsellors and Mental Health Professionals to join our team delivering high-quality support through Carer Gateway (Townsville & Mount Isa) and Stepped Care Psychological Therapies (Cairns). Come for the life experience, stay for the lifestyle. WHY NWRH? Salary: From $73,000 to $91,000 + super (depending on experience/qualifications)Leave: 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% loadingBenefits: Salary packaging ($15,900) Birthday leave Recognition bonus ($500 at 2 years) Rental subsidy (Mount Isa) Relocation assistance Monthly professional supervision Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment AVAILABLE ROLES Provide in-person counselling to Carer Gateway clients experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and low mood due to their caring role. Sessions must align with the In-Person Counselling Service Design and Guidelines. Key Responsibilities Deliver evidence-based counselling (Rogers, CBT, or similar) Provide needs assessments, brief interventions and single-session therapy Offer psychoeducation, care planning and supported referrals Maintain accurate case notes, outcomes & reporting Provide community-based and outreach support where required Work collaboratively with the local Carer Gateway team and stakeholders Required Accreditation (Contractual Requirements) You must have: Accreditation with ACA, PACFA, AASW, or equivalent Recognised qualification in counselling, psychotherapy or social work Minimum 3 years’ counselling experience in Australia Experience delivering Rogers/CBT-based therapies (or similar evidence-based practice) MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL – STEPPED CARE (Cairns) Provide structured psychological therapies to individuals across the lifespan experiencing mild–moderate and, where appropriate, high-intensity mental health needs through PHN-funded Stepped Care Psychological Therapies. Key Responsibilities Deliver evidence-based therapies & brief interventions Complete clinical assessments and structured treatment plans Use pre- and post-outcome measures Provide care coordination, referrals & liaison with providers Deliver therapy face-to-face, telehealth and occasional outreach Work with children, adolescents, adults and families Contribute to quality improvement and reporting Required Accreditation (Contractual Requirements) You must have: AASW, ACA, PACFA, AHPRA (Provisional or Registered Psychologist), or equivalent Recognised qualification in counselling, psychotherapy or social work Minimum one year’s experience in a similar role in Australia Competence in CBT, Rogers, or related evidence-based therapeutic modalities ABOUT YOU (for both streams) Strong therapeutic capability and professional judgement Ability to build rapport quickly and work collaboratively Cultural capability and commitment to inclusive practice Digital confidence (clinical systems, telehealth, documentation) Ability to travel for outreach (varies by role) High level of ethics, integrity and confidentiality Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS Blue Card (or eligibility to obtain) NDIS Worker Screening National Police Check Current C Class driver’s licence Full Australian working rights QUESTIONS? Contact Human Resources at **@nwrh.com.au APPLY NOW Help improve mental health outcomes across North & West Queensland — and enjoy a rewarding career in a supportive, values-driven organisation. We’re reviewing applications as they arrive—apply today Come for the life experience, stay for the lifestyle. #J-18808-Ljbffr