Curis Recruitment is proud to partner with this incredible Aboriginal Health Service in Western Australia to help them find a Mental Health Counsellor. Benefits of this role Salary of up to $136,145.80 per annum 12% Superannuation $2,000 Curis bonus when you complete the first 3 months Permanent Full-time position Professional development and continuous improvement opportunities An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Mental Health Counsellor to join a community-led health service delivering culturally responsive and trauma-informed care to communities across the East Pilbara region. This role sits within the Social and Emotional Wellbeing – Beyond Mental Health program and plays a pivotal part in supporting the holistic wellbeing of individuals, families, and communities. You’ll work at the intersection of culture, connection, and contemporary therapeutic practice, contributing to long-term healing, empowerment, and community capacity building. About your Role Reporting to the Community Health Programs Manager and accountable to the Director of Community Health, you will: Deliver culturally safe mental health counselling, assessment, and care planning Provide crisis intervention and trauma-informed therapeutic responses Work collaboratively with community members, Aboriginal health workers, and multidisciplinary clinical teams Support and mentor local health workers to strengthen community-based mental health capacity Contribute to program development, evaluation, and continuous quality improvement Maintain high standards of clinical governance, reporting, and compliance Your role involves regular travel to remote communities and requires a strong capacity to work independently in remote environments. Key Responsibilities Provide counselling and therapeutic interventions to individuals, families, and groups Develop, implement, and review client-centred care plans Respond to emotional distress and trauma using culturally appropriate healing approaches Engage respectfully with Martu communities to identify social and emotional wellbeing needs Facilitate mental health education, awareness workshops, and healing programs Support local workforce development through mentoring and capacity building Participate in multidisciplinary case conferences and care planning Liaise with external services and stakeholders to support referrals and advocacy Assist with program design, monitoring, evaluation, and reporting Maintain accurate, confidential client records and program data To be successful in this role you will have Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, Mental Health, or related field Current registration or eligibility with a relevant professional body (AASW, AHPRA, ACA, etc.) Demonstrated experience providing mental health services, ideally in Indigenous and/or remote settings Strong understanding of social determinants of mental health in Aboriginal communities Commitment to holistic, strengths-based, and trauma-informed practice Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work independently and travel regularly in remote regions Sound organisational, documentation, and time-management skills Competency with client information systems and Microsoft Office Current C Class Manual Driver’s Licence, National Police Clearance, and Working with Children Check Willingness and ability to operate 4WD vehicles Location Information You will be based in the heart of Western Australia’s Pilbara Region, with regular outreach to surrounding remote Aboriginal communities. Living and working in the Pilbara offers a unique lifestyle and professional experience, including: Strong community connections and the opportunity to work closely with Aboriginal families and Elders Stunning desert landscapes, red gorges, night skies and access to country of deep cultural significance A slower pace of life with meaningful, relationship-based work The chance to make a genuine, long-term impact in remote and regional communities The area has essential services including schools, shops, sporting facilities and health services, and is supported by regular air connections to Perth. This role is ideal for someone seeking purpose-driven work, and cultural learning. To find out more about this position or to receive a copy of the job description please call (02) 9188 3989 or email caroline@curis.com.au and I will be in touch within 24 hours. Apply now to experience working in the Pilbara! Refer a friend to receive a $500 gift voucher If this isn't the right job for you however you know someone who would be amazing refer them to us and you are eligible for a $300 gift voucher of your choice once they pass probation!
