Psychosocial Clinician
Location: Darwin, NT
Type: Permanent, full-time (part-time hours negotiable). Salary: $92,000–$95,000 + super and advantages.
About Canteen
We exist to support young people and their families impacted by cancer. Founded by young cancer patients, we provide counselling, programs and resources that empower 12–25 year olds to navigate their cancer experience and rebuild their lives.
Our Commitment
Cancer doesn’t discriminate and neither do we. Canteen welcomes people with diverse sexualities, gender identities, intersex variations, cultures, backgrounds and abilities. We believe that diversity in all its forms is a strength and are committed to working towards an organisation that is inclusive of all individuals, so we can create a more vibrant and innovative culture.
Canteen acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s First Peoples and sovereign custodians of this land. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Canteen is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and people of all ages. We welcome all people including those from diverse backgrounds, faiths, sexual orientations and/or gender identities.
Responsibilities
- Deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based support to young people aged 12–25, helping them navigate emotional, social and practical challenges of a cancer experience.
- Work one‑on‑one with youth to understand needs, set meaningful goals and provide ongoing therapeutic and practical support.
- Connect Canteen to the wider community by building strong relationships with hospitals, schools and local networks to ensure families know where to turn for help.
- Facilitate discussion groups, workshops and design and evaluate therapeutic programs that foster connection, resilience and hope.
- Create secure spaces where young people feel heard, supported and empowered to thrive at their own pace.
Qualifications
- Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling or a related Allied Health field.
- Eligibility for membership/registration with a relevant professional body (e.g. AASW, AHPRA, PACFA).
- Demonstrated experience in providing individual and group‑based psychosocial support.
- Proven ability to work effectively with young people and families.
- Current Working with Children Check and National Police Check (or willingness to obtain).
- Proactive and positive attitude with willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
- Warm, compassionate, friendly approach to supporting our young people.
- Occasional weekends and evenings work; will be notified in advance; Time‑off‑in‑Lieu policy applies.
Benefits
- Base salary + superannuation + not‑for‑profit salary packaging (up to $18,550 of your salary tax‑free).
- 5 weeks annual leave (FTE) + 17.5% leave loading + pay during our annual office closure week.
- Early access to long‑service leave.
- Learning & Development opportunities.
Employment Expectations
- Maintain current National Police Check and Working with Children Check.
- Undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
- Provide at least two direct referees.
- Provide copies of professional qualifications stated on the application.
Application Deadline
Applications close on 14 November 2025.
If you’re passionate about what you do and are ready to make a difference, apply now. We’ll review applications regularly. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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