Therapeutic Counsellor
* Full-time position – Max Term Contract until 30th June 2026
* Location: headspace Kempsey
The Opportunity
The Therapeutic Counsellor will work within a dedicated and caring multidisciplinary team to provide ongoing therapeutic counselling, treatment and support to young people, develop and maintain appropriate referral pathways, and work with other services in the Primary Care setting. This role seeks to address mental illness and is inclusive of all gender orientations, cultural considerations and socio-economic demographics.
Why Work for us?
Benefits
Newcastle Anglican places people at the centre of our work. As a part of a faith-based organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:
* Up to 40% discount on school enrolment fees at any of our Newcastle Anglican schools
* Salary packaging options (up to $611/fortnight)
* Discounted private health insurance through Medibank
* Career and development opportunities – we want you to flourish
* Access to over 300+ gyms with the Fitness Passport Program
* Free access to our corporate Employee Assistance Program
* Paid parental leave (after 12 months of service)
About You
* Tertiary degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counselling, Occupational Therapy, Mental Health Nursing or similar with eligibility for registration to appropriate governing body (AASW, AHPRA, PACFA etc)
* Experience in providing therapeutic interventions to support young peoples mental health, as well as their carers and families
* A demonstrated understanding of mental health assessments, referrals, and coordination of care for young people
* Demonstrated ability to work holistically with young people with mental health and drug and alcohol issues including indigenous, refugee, CALD and low socio-economic background
* Experience working independently in regional areas
Desirable
* Medicare Benefit Schedule (MBS) accredited
* Current registration with a relevant professional association
* 2 years+ experience
Who we are?
Formerly known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and the Central Coast.
We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.
Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.
We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.
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