Youth Counsellor in Geraldton

This is a Fixed Term Part Time position at 45.6 hours per fortnight until 30/09/2026, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

An opportunity is available for a Youth Counsellor to join the team in Geraldton. The Youth Counsellor is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining early intervention mental health programs for young people experiencing psychological, emotional, and behavioural challenges. The role focuses on reducing the risk of more serious mental health conditions and involves building strong referral networks with primary healthcare providers, youth services, and specialist mental health organisations.

The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

Employee Benefits:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location based allowances

As a WA Country Health Service employee you’re entitled to discounts across some private health care funds.

Eligibility to Apply:

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions:

WA Health requires applicants to undertake a criminal records screening, integrity checking and, if required, a working with children check as part of the appointment process. Applicants will also be required to complete a satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA) as a condition of employment. Any unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. A WA Working With Children (WWC) Check is also mandatory for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. We are committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future.