• Earn a competitive salary of $89,896 - $114,360, depending on experience + superannuation & benefits
• Enjoy a varied role where you will directly impact the health and well-being of remote Aboriginal communities
• Relocation and accommodation assistance is available to help make this vibrant regional community your new home

Who We Are

Established in 1998, Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is an Aboriginal Community Controlled organisation that provides a range of clinical, preventative and public health services to clients in the Katherine West Region of the Northern Territory. 

With four major healthcare centres and a range of satellite centres, KWHB services an area over two times the size of Tasmania (162,000km²), helping to improve the health and wellbeing of some of the most remote communities in Australia.

KWHB's vision acknowledges the distinct and diverse identity of their people and communities, ensuring member communities are involved in the planning, development, and implementation of their health programs. Our holistic services are designed to promote the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of the person and their community.

To learn more about us, please visit: https://www.kwhb.com.au/ 

How You’ll Make a Difference

KWHB is currently looking for a full-time Social and Emotional Wellbeing Counsellor to join their team in Katherine, NT. 

The Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) Counsellor will play a pivotal role in providing trauma-informed care and support to individuals and communities affected by catastrophic flooding in the Katherine West Region during 2023. The SEWB Counsellor will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to help clients cope with and recover from the emotional and psychological impacts of the disaster.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Trauma-Informed Care: Implementing trauma-informed care principles in all interactions with clients, ensuring a safe and supportive environment that promotes healing and resilience.
• Crisis Intervention: Providing crisis intervention and emotional support to clients experiencing acute distress or crisis situations related to the flood impacts.
• Psychoeducation: Educating clients and their families about trauma, its effects, and coping strategies, empowering them to take an active role in their recovery.
• Community Engagement: Collaborating with local community organisations, agencies, and partners to ensure a coordinated response and access to essential services for clients.
• Documentation: Maintaining accurate and confidential client records, using Communicare and other information management systems.

For a more detailed overview of the key responsibilities for this role, click here to view the Position Description.

Please note: This role will involve regular travel, typically spending at least half of your time out in surrounding remote communities, staying overnight and travelling via 4WD, dirt roads and light aircraft as required.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

To be considered for this position, you’ll need a tertiary degree (or equivalent) along with the appropriate professional registration. A combination of skills and experience may also be considered.

As our ideal candidate, you will join with qualifications in mental health, counselling, or another related discipline.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate an understanding of Aboriginal cultural values and a commitment to the advancement of Aboriginal communities. Prior experience working directly with Aboriginal people in remote communities would be considered an asset.

Additional requirements include:

• Current driver’s licence
• Current NT Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card), or ability to obtain
• Current Criminal History Check, or ability to obtain
• Current COVID-19 immunisation certificate (3 doses required)
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to travel to remote areas for periods by road and light aircraft when required

Moreover, you will join us with excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills. You will be a compassionate and empathetic person, committed to client-centred care.

Be Rewarded

This is an amazing opportunity to escape the daily grind of city work and utilise your skills and passion to make a genuine difference to some of the most remote communities in Australia.

In return for your hard work and dedication, the successful candidates will enjoy an attractive remuneration of $89,896 - $114,360, depending on experience, PLUS super and a range of benefits, including:

• Salary sacrificing
• 6 weeks annual leave
• Daily travel allowance when away from Katherine
• Fantastic professional development & ongoing training
• Flexible work and leave options
• Relocation assistance

Progress at your own pace with our online learning system and encouraged professional development opportunities. 

Katherine West Health Board is a child-safe organisation, committed to child safety and wellbeing in accordance with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations. 

KWHB is striving to ensure a supportive working environment which places child safety and wellbeing at the forefront of our service delivery. We are committed to embedding child safety practices throughout our organisation and undertaking continuous improvement to prioritise the safety of all children who come into contact with our organisation, staff, and services.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about making a difference in remote Aboriginal communities, we want to hear from you - Apply now!