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Company Description
Healthcare Australia (HCA) is a major provider of healthcare services across Australia, including allied health, primary care, recruitment, NDIS, care services, and training.
In December 2024, we began providing health, mental health, and wellbeing services across the onshore Immigration Detention network. Our team of nurses, general practitioners, and allied health professionals offer a range of healthcare services, including health assessments, chronic disease management, health promotion, wound management, immunizations, and other primary health interventions. HCA also launched a 24/7 Virtual Care Centre (VCC), offering remote healthcare through telehealth and video consultations to enhance onsite care for detainees
Job Description
In this role you will provide counselling services to a diverse range of clients experiencing a range of concerns, including mental health, addiction, loss and grief, trauma, distress and interpersonal concerns.
Join us in bringing a new approach to medical and wellbeing care for detainees by :
* Providing individual and group counselling addressing a broad spectrum of concerns.
* Conducting detailed psychosocial assessments to identify client needs and strengths, developing personalised treatment plans.
* Completing comprehensive risk assessments, evaluating factors such as safety, mental health status, and potential for harm.
* Engaging in systems navigation and care coordination, collaborating with external health providers to support clients' treatment plans.
* Identifying and refering clients to appropriate community resources and support services, facilitating access to necessary care.
* Offering immediate support and intervention during crisis situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients.
* Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records, including assessment results, treatment plans, and progress notes, in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
* Engaging in ongoing clinical supervision with the HCA Clinical Supervisor.
Let's talk about you:
* Minimum of 3 years of post-qualification experience in Counselling.
* Previous experience working with addiction and/or dual diagnosis concerns.
* Proficiency in range of therapeutic interventions.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Empathetic, compassionate, and culturally sensitive approach to client interactions.
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Counselling, or a related field.
* Current registration with a relevant industry association (e.g. ACA level 2+, PACFA)
Bring your passion for Primary Health Services and be rewarded with:
* Be part of an amazing culture, based on the values of - We Care, We are Team Players, We are Leaders, We understand your needs.
* Ongoing 24/7 immediate mental health and counselling support via our Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
* Onsite parking
* Discounted Bupa Health Insurance
If you have any questions or further assistance about the role, please contact Ana Colina on
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Part-time
Job function
* Job function
Health Care Provider
* Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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