2 x Part time Permanent 0.6 or 0.8 EFT (45.60-60.80 EFT) Annual professional development provided.ABOUT US Gateway Health is a community health service providing health and wellbeing services to individuals, families, and communities across northeast Victoria and parts of southern New South Wales. We are a not-for-profit Company limited by guarantee and a registered Community Health Service under the Health Services Act 1988 (Vic).The organisation employs over 380 staff providing a range of primary health and community services across the Ovens Murray region in Northeast Victoria and parts of Southern New South Wales. Gateway Health serves all people and is committed to improving individual and population health outcomes. We do this by providing health care and support to individuals and communities in times of need, and by actively working with our partners to address the social and environmental determinants of health.ABOUT THE ROLE We are currently seeking applications for the permanent part-time role (60.80 hours per fortnight) of Generalist Counsellor located at our Wodonga office.The purpose of this position is to provide professional and confidential counselling services in a safe, supportive, and non-judgemental environment to individuals 16 years plus (predominantly 25 and up). The Generalist Counsellor supports a wide range of clients towards improved mental health and well-being by applying a client-centred approach, working with clients' strengths, and drawing upon a robust array of evidence-based counselling and/or therapeutic models, skills, techniques, and modalities.We are seeking a vibrant, passionate, understanding, and friendly individual who is committed to creating a welcoming and positive environment for clients to feel comfortable discussing their social, emotional, and behavioural concerns.ABOUT YOU The successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to build a strong foundation of trust and rapport with clients by being attentive, engaged, and providing a safe and non-judgemental space. Additionally, you will demonstrate clear and effective communication skills to provide information, guidance, support, and encouragement to clients.A high level of organisation, time management, and problem-solving skills with the proven ability to work equally well independently and in a team is highly desirable.REMUNERATION Victorian Stand Alone Community Health Centres Allied Health Professionals Enterprise Agreement 2021-2022GATEWAY HEALTH CULTURE Gateway Health promotes a learning culture that encourages innovation and initiative and recognises our staff as our greatest asset. Gateway Health is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve within our community.GATEWAY HEALTH BENEFITS Work within a supportive team environmentGenerous Not For Profit Salary Packaging A$15,900 tax freeFlexible hours and arrangements for a work-life balancePaid parental leaveProfessional development + ongoing training and support providedFree car parkingFitness Passport - a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your familyAccess to regular clinical supervision, debriefing with Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and wellness activities.Access to our free confidential counselling service through EAP for staff and their familyCorporate health insurance cover to keep you healthyAccess to annual vaccination programDiscounted Health InsuranceA suite of employee reward and recognition programsFor a confidential chat about the position please call Brendan Toohey on 0428 306 ***Don't meet every single requirement? At Gateway Health we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every selection criteria and/or qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.APPLICATIONS CLOSE SUNDAY 1st December 2024 Gateway Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples; people with disability, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and gender diverse people, intersex people, people experiencing health inequalities, and culturally and linguistically diverse people.Please Note - should you be successful, you are required to undergo a: Criminal History CheckWorking With Children CheckEvidence of VaccinationsProof of your eligibility to work in Australia (provide either - birth certificate, passport, VISA, etc)If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. We will then work with you to identify the best way to assist you through the recruitment process.All personal information will be kept confidential in compliance with relevant privacy legislation.Be careful - Don't provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad. #J-18808-Ljbffr