Counsellor in South Hedland, Australia

About Wirraka Maya Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (WMHSAC)

Wirraka Maya Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (WMHSAC) has been delivering culturally appropriate, holistic primary health care in South Hedland and surrounding Pilbara communities for more than 30 years. Our multidisciplinary services are focused on improving health and wellbeing through accessible, culturally safe and community-centred care.

About The Role

We are seeking a dedicated Counsellor to join our team in South Hedland, Western Australia. This full-time position plays a crucial role in providing culturally safe and effective counselling services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and families. The Counsellor will focus on enhancing social and emotional wellbeing (SEWB) through individual, family, and group interventions, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care and support.

Responsibilities:

• Complete detailed psychosocial assessments identifying the connections between mental concerns and complex social contexts.
• Provide individual and family SEWB counselling services in appropriate settings, including onsite, or outreach.
• Facilitate group interventions specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Offer individual and family counselling addressing issues of grief, loss, trauma, and other factors impacting wellbeing.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure continuity of care under case management plans.
• Participate in the planning, development, implementation, and promotion of services that enhance the coping capacity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and individuals, ensuring culturally safe delivery.
• Engage in stakeholder and interagency meetings to support a multidisciplinary approach to client care, including client allocation, reviews, and service development.
• Refer clients appropriately to internal and external services as needed.

Selection Criteria:

Essential:

• A minimum of a Diploma in a recognised qualification in Counselling, Mental Health, or a related field.
• Proven well-developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Knowledge of evidence-based and culturally appropriate approaches to mental health, SEWB, and AOD issues within Aboriginal communities.
• Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of social and emotional wellbeing issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Understanding of Aboriginal Community Control in the context of health care.
• Demonstrated experience providing culturally secure, trauma-informed counselling.
• ACA Registration

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation;
• Ability to identify situations where a more senior staff member is required for assistance;
• Ability to liaise and develop relationships within the Aboriginal community of the area.

Required Documents:

• National Police Clearance
• Australian Right to Work
• Basic First Aid and CPR (or willingness to obtain)
• WA Working with Children Check
• Valid Driver’s Licence
• ACA Registration

Apply Now

If you’re ready to bring your skills and make a lasting difference, apply now and make a lasting difference. A copy of the position description and selection criteria may be obtained by emailing the Recruitment Team [email protected] apply, use Seek Quick apply at the top of this advertisement

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early. We may appoint a suitable candidate before the closing date.

Diversity and Inclusion

We celebrate the unique perspectives and talents each person brings. Our team thrives on diversity, and we are committed to fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding

WMHSAC is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants are subject to child safety screening processes and must uphold our safeguarding values at all times.