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Clinical Counsellor - Social and Emotional Wellbeing (Thursday Island)
Thursday Island
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Health Service Support |
| Classification | HP4 |
| Workplace Location | Cairns region,Far North Qld |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TC690135 |
| Closing date | 10-Sep-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full-Time |
| Contact person | Jonathan Schoone |
| Contact details | (07) 4069 0695 Access the National Relay Service |
Clinical Counsellor – Social and Emotional Wellbeing
Permanent Full-Time | Thursday Island
Call Jonathan Schoone on (07) 4069 0695 to find out more about the role and what it's like working in the Torres Strait.
About the role
The Senior Clinician Social and Emotional Wellbeing provides advanced clinical leadership in the coordination of assessment, treatment and case management services, supporting the health and wellbeing of consumers and families across the Torres and Cape. Working within an integrated recovery model, the role provides senior clinical guidance, supervision, mentoring and capacity building to staff across hospital, community and Indigenous settings.
Why Torres and Cape HHS?
Build your career in a supportive rural and remote environment where your clinical expertise can make a real difference to individuals, families and communities.
You'll work alongside passionate health professionals, build strong community connections and gain valuable experience across diverse clinical settings - all while experiencing the unique lifestyle of the Torres Strait.
Salary & Benefits
- Base salary: $128,169.00 - $137,918.00 p.a
- Employer superannuation contribution of 12.75%
- 17.5% loading on annual leave
- Relocation and accommodation incentives
More information: Workplace benefits | Torres and Cape Hospital and Health Service | Salary and benefits | Careers (health.qld.gov.au)
Life on Thursday Island
Enjoy a relaxed island lifestyle with short commutes, stunning tropical surroundings and easy access to the natural beauty of the Torres Strait. Experience the rich Indigenous culture, strong community connections and unique lifestyle that make Thursday Island such a special place to live and work.
Explore more about the region: Torres and Cape HHS| Torres Strait | Cooktown and Cape York (via Tropical North Queensland website)
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Torres and Cape HHS Values - Courage | Accountability | Respect | Engage
How do I apply? Applications should be submitted ONLINE via the Smart Jobs and Careers website.
Please no unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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