Counsellors

Counsellor | Carer Gateway

Build your counselling career with North and West Remote Health (NWRH) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of carers across North Queensland. You’ll join our Carer Gateway team, working alongside a wider network of allied health and community professionals to provide accessible, evidence-based counselling to people experiencing stress, anxiety, depression and low mood associated with their caring role.

Based in Townsville, this role offers the opportunity to combine meaningful clinical work with community outreach across the Northwest and Lower Gulf regions. We’re open to discussing flexible arrangements with the right candidate, including full-time or part-time hours and longer-term or shorter-term opportunities.

This role offers the opportunity to connect with communities across the Northwest and Lower Gulf through regular outreach visits.

Benefits

• Salary from $82,858 to $105,893 + super (Pro-rata for part-time) based on experience
• Salary sacrificing options up to $15,900 to help maximise your take home pay;
• 5 weeks annual leave plus leave loading of 17.5%;
• Continuous Professional Development: Up to 10 days of paid professional development leave each financial year, supporting learning aligned with your role and career development.
• Paid Parental Leave (8 weeks) and Paid Partner Leave (3 weeks);
• EAP for you and your family;
• External monthly supervision benefits;
• Flexible work options including part-time, compressed hours, job sharing and flexible start/finish times.
• Have your birthday off on us!
• Recognition of Service ($500 after 2 years of service!)

About the role

• Deliver evidence-based counselling using CBT, Rogers or similar approaches.
• Complete needs assessments, brief interventions and single session therapy.
• Provide psychoeducation, care planning and supported referrals.
• Maintain accurate case notes, outcome measures and reports.
• Deliver outreach counselling across regional and remote communities.

Skills & experience

• Recognised qualification in counselling, psychotherapy or social work.
• Current accreditation with ACA, PACFA, AASW or equivalent.
• Experience delivering evidence-based counselling interventions.
• Experience supporting people experiencing stress, anxiety or low mood.
• Current unrestricted Australian C Class driver's licence.

About the region

Mount Isa

Located in the heart of North West Queensland, Mount Isa offers a unique blend of adventure, community, and lifestyle. Enjoy affordable living, stunning landscapes, and a welcoming regional community while making a meaningful impact through rural healthcare. Explore the outdoors, connect with locals, and experience a lifestyle beyond the city.

Townsville

Located in sunny North Queensland, Townsville offers the perfect balance of coastal lifestyle, career opportunities, and vibrant community living. Enjoy beautiful beaches, national parks, year-round outdoor activities, and a growing regional city with excellent amenities. With a relaxed lifestyle and strong connection to nature, Townsville is a great place to live, work, and make a meaningful impact.

About the company

North and West Remote Health (NWRH) is a leading not-for-profit healthcare provider delivering allied health, mental health, aged care and community services across more than 50 rural, regional and remote Queensland communities. Since 1993, we've been helping people live healthier lives.

How to apply

Think you're a good fit? We'd love to hear from you. Click 'Apply' to join NWRH today.

For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Human Resources at hr@nwrh.com.au.

Please Note

NWRH is committed to child safety. All roles require pre-employment screening, including referee checks, a current Blue Card, Australian Federal Police check, and NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to commencement