Men's Counsellor - Family & Community Wellness

The Opportunity

We're recruiting for a Men's Counsellor to join a community-led Family & Community Wellness Service in Maningrida, one of the largest Aboriginal communities in Arnhem Land.

This is a unique opportunity to work alongside Aboriginal Family Wellness Workers, Cultural Specialists and community leaders to support men, young men and boys through culturally responsive, trauma-informed counselling and wellbeing programs.

The service takes a holistic Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) approach, with a strong focus on narrative practice, healing, connection to culture and community-led solutions. The role involves a mix of individual counselling, group work, family support, case management and collaboration with local stakeholders across health, education, justice and community services.

About Maningrida

Located on the Liverpool River in West Arnhem Land, Maningrida is a vibrant and culturally rich community surrounded by spectacular waterways, wildlife and some of Australia's most untouched landscapes. The community is home to multiple language groups and has a strong focus on culture, connection and community wellbeing.

What's on Offer

• Salary package circa $105,000 - $115,000 + salary packaging
• Fully subsidised accommodation - shared 3 bedroom house with 1 other person
• Relocation to Maningrida (not a FIFO role)
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a community-led service
• Work alongside experienced Aboriginal practitioners and cultural leaders
• Professional development and external supervision provided

We're interested in speaking with

• Counsellors, Social Workers, Psychologists or similar human services professionals
• Candidates with counselling and case management experience
• Practitioners with experience working alongside Aboriginal communities, ideally in remote settings
• People who are passionate about trauma-informed, strengths-based and culturally responsive practice