About the role
We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Counsellor to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible to provide crisis support and counselling to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and families affected by crisis situations and / or require counselling support for general mental and emotional well-being. The Counsellor will work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients. This will be a Maximum term Part-time contract which expires on 30 June 2027, but with possibility of extension.
About the practice
Our company was established in 1974 and is the largest Aboriginal community‐controlled health service provider in Western Australia, providing care to over 20,000 Aboriginal patients across four clinics in East Perth, Mirrabooka, Maddington and Midland. Our staff enable the delivery of culturally responsive primary health services, focusing on prevention, early intervention, comprehensive care and care coordination including chronic disease management.
Experience and qualifications required
* Essential Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander pursuant to Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act.
* Possession of formal tertiary or vocational qualifications (Cert IV) in psychology, social work, mental health, counselling or a related area.
* Demonstrated understanding of current health and social emotional wellbeing issues affecting Aboriginal clients.
* Demonstrated effective communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal people.
* Contemporary counselling and case management skills with emphasis on trauma and grief counselling.
* Have a sound understanding of Aboriginal culture, boundaries, values and protocols.
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