Counsellors & Mental Health Professionals
Job No: NWRH180
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).
Why NWRH?
Salary: $73,000 to $91,000 + super (depending on experience/qualifications)
Leave: 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% loading
Benefits
* 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
Carer Gateway Counsellor (Townsville & Mount Isa)
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
* 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)
Stepped Care Mental Health Professional (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
* 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
* 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
Mandatory Requirements
* Blue Card (or eligibility to obtain)
* NDIS Worker Screening
* National Police Check
* Current C Class driver's licence
* Full Australian working rights
Application
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Contact Human Resources at to apply. We're reviewing applications as they arrive—apply today
About NWRH
NWRH is a vibrant, leading not‑for‑profit provider of community and outreach‑based allied health, mental health, aged care, wellbeing and disability services. We've been providing services to more than 50 communities throughout regional, rural and remote Australia since 1993.
At NWRH, you'll have the opportunity to work in rural, remote and regional locations, be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team and feel rewarded by the real difference we make in people's lives. Grow, personally and professionally, and set yourself up for success throughout your career
Apply now
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