Counsellor - Medicare Mental Health Centre

About the role

The Medicare Mental Health Centre Canterbury is looking for a skilled, trust-building Counsellor for a full-time, 6-month fixed-term position in the Canterbury area. The centre offers a welcoming, low-stigma entry point for adults needing timely mental health support, using an Open Dialogue approach and short- to medium-term care. It is preparing to move into a larger centre and is seeking flexible team members, including weekend and afternoon shifts.

Key responsibilities

• Complete intake assessments with people who walk into the centre, self-refer or are referred by another service.
• Offer brief interventions, case management, complete intake and risk assessments, and work with stakeholders and support networks.
• Keep the voices of supported people central to care decisions, promoting agency and collaboration.
• Work in a multidisciplinary team that values lived experience and intentional peer support.
• Develop care plans with clients, incorporating their goals, preferences and support networks.
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and follow ethical and professional standards.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in counselling with current registration with the relevant professional body (e.g. PACFA or minimum Level 3 ACA).
• Current clinical supervision arrangements as required by registration.
• Demonstrated experience in clinical assessments and evidence-based mental health interventions.
• Understanding of the recovery-based approach to mental health.
• Knowledge of the NSW mental health system and local services, or ability to learn it quickly.
• Working with Children's Check, NDIS Worker Screening clearance and appropriate vaccination.

What we offer

• Salary packaging of up to $15,900.
• Discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family.
• Birthday leave, study leave and an extra annual picnic day.
• Access to workplace banking benefits through the CommBank program.

To apply, use the online application on the Mind Australia careers site (reference 500674); applications must be submitted by 11pm on 4 November 2026.