Stream Healthcare
Published
September 1, 2026
Location
Cairns, Australia
Job Type

Description

Are you a qualified Counsellor looking to make a meaningful difference for people experiencing mental health and/or alcohol and other drug challenges?

We’re currently recruiting for an AOD Counsellor to join a well-established, welcoming not-for-profit community-based mental health service in Cairns. This is an opportunity to provide accessible, trauma-informed support to individuals and families while working alongside a multidisciplinary team and broader community services.

Permanent - Part-Time, 0.6–0.8 FTE, $88,090 + super + salary packaging

What's on Offer?

  • $88,090 + 12% superannuation pro rata
  • Generous NFP salary packaging up to $15,899 p.a.
  • Permanent part-time employment, 0.6 FTE or 0.8 FTE 
  • Professional development and ongoing training
  • Regular supervision and reflective practice
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Fitness Passport

About the Role

You’ll provide brief intervention, counselling, care coordination and referrals to people experiencing mental health concerns, AOD challenges, distress or crisis.
The service provides a low-stigma, accessible alternative to emergency departments, offering immediate, short and medium-term support before connecting people with ongoing services.

About You

We’re looking for a compassionate and experienced Counsellor who can work confidently with people experiencing mental health concerns, AOD issues and complex psychosocial needs.

You will ideally have:

  • A minimum Bachelor's qualification in Counselling and Psychotherapy
  • Current ACA Level 3+ or PACFA registration
  • Experience working with AOD
  • Experience supporting people with complex needs

This is a permanent part-time position, with opportunities available at 0.6–0.8 FTE.

Interested?
If you’re looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can provide accessible support to people at times when they need it most, we’d love to hear from you!

Stream Healthcare is an Australian owned and operated Recruitment company, specialising in Mental Health, Social Work and Community Service focused recruitment! Contact the team today for further details on this, and other vacancies!

Contact Freya
Freya.stenner@streamhealthcare.com.au
(02) 8358 6717

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