This position is responsible for providing Ad Hoc counselling and Psychosocial supports to clients presenting with a broad range of issues. These issues relate to self-esteem, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, anger and conflict management, grief and loss, stress-related physical illness, sleep, domestic violence, sexual health problems, relationship issues, alcohol and substance misuse. Duties & Responsibilities • Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions – Ad Hoc counselling / Psychosocial supports • Assessing client, providing service/crisis intervention and follow up as required • Participating and advocating for, and on behalf of clients • Providing referrals to access services relevant to individualised care needs • Liaising with Doctors and other support services (internal and external) to support clients to achieve their self-determined goals • Provide support for the client to engage in community service supports and ongoing mental health support • Complete all case plans/notes in Best Practice • Observe strict confidentiality, ensuring all organisational and client information is kept private • Develop and maintain clinically effective working relationships with referring agencies • Provide support to the multi-disciplinary team as required • Remain abreast of professional issues related to SEWB generally and specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait islander people • Work collaboratively with other team members and the wider TAIHS community in a manner that fosters positive reputation, relationships and workplace culture • Work within legal, ethical and professional frameworks • Ensure a commitment to all lawful and reasonable directions • Actively endeavour to meet personal performance expectations and standards • Participate in relevant meetings (organisation and team) • Participate in required training and professional development programs • Actively monitor, review and assist with improvements to policy, procedure, process and practice across TAIHS – All employees share the authority and responsibility of identifying non-compliances or possible improvements and recording these instances such that corrective or preventive action can be taken, to rectify the immediate situation and to prevent recurrence • Commit to self-development and self-awareness to support professional growth • Work in accordance with the TAIHS Code of Conduct and values, workplace health and safety legislation, confidentiality policies and all other relevant policies, procedures and processes • Undertake other duties as reasonably directed Required Qualifications and Experience • Social Work or higher (Membership to professional body preferred) • Awareness of, and sensitivity to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, coupled with knowledge of the current range of issues affecting these cultural groups • Experience in client needs assessment, service/crisis intervention and evidence based therapeutic practices relevant to working with Indigenous clients (e.g. narrative, strengths based, person centred approaches) • Ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team in a multidisciplinary way • Ability to use MS Office Suites, with the ability to grasp new software applications with ease Required Licenses and Checks • Ability to pass a National Police Check – no Serious/Criminal/Court Records • Current Blue Card (Queensland’s Working with Children Check) (or AHPRA registration if required) • Current C Class Drivers Licence (Qld) • Proof of qualifications and current registration (as appropriate) are to be provided prior to commencement of employment • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner • Offer of the position may be subject to a pre-employment medical assessment to support the selection process. Required Attributes • Ability to show initiative, discretion and good judgement in carrying out clinical duties • Proven ability to be adaptable with competing demands in the workplace • Proven ability to work cooperatively as a member of an interdisciplinary team and show support and respect for colleagues • Commitment to the principals of confidentiality • Ability to foster productive relationships Practical Requirements • Work outside of normal hours of duty may be required • Travel across the region may be required • Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position in a safe manner Apply by clicking the Apply now tab and be sure to provide a cover letter and resume demonstrating how your experience, capabilities and qualifications align to the requirements of the role. Please access the TAIHS careers page for the full position description – Careers | TAIHS. email: hr@taihs.net.au for enquiries related to this role applications close 20 June 2026
