Life at Mission Australia
When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more about us and our purpose.
Your Opportunity
Are you a qualified counsellor with a passion for supporting people to break the cycle of long-term homelessness and substance use challenges?
Do you thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment where your expertise truly changes lives?
We're looking for a dedicated Specialist Counsellor to join our team at Douglas and Woree House, where we offer trauma-informed, person-centred support to individuals on their recovery and housing journey.
Douglas House is a 22-bed residential program providing safe, supported accommodation for people experiencing long-term homelessness. Through intensive case management, life skills development, and therapeutic support, we empower residents to transition into sustainable, independent living.
Reporting to the Program Manager, your key responsibilities will be to:
Requirements for Success
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people.
Your benefits
Our culture
Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you're skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.
If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details.
We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au
Find out more about a career with Mission Australia.
How to apply
Click 'Apply' and send your application today!
As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application.
Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you.