ABOUT BIGISWUN: Youth Social Emotional Wellbeing Service - Fitzroy Crossing

Bigiswun Youth Social Emotional Wellbeing Service (YSEWB) provides services to 17-25-year-olds in the Fitzroy Valley. Bigiswun (YSEWB) can help young people with mental health, physical health (including sexual health), alcohol and other drug services, work/study support, and connection to cultural activities. We work in male and female two-way teams to provide culturally appropriate and safe service to young people in the Fitzroy Valley.

WE OFFER GREAT BENEFITS, INCLUDING:

• Training and development opportunities
• Flexible working conditions; five (5) weeks annual leave.
• A strengths-based environment and a supportive team
• District allowance and support with relocation and accommodation in Fitzroy if needed
• We also offer great salary packaging options that can significantly increase your take-home pay.

ABOUT US

Marninwarntikura supports people, strengthens communities and advocates for social justice across the Fitzroy Valley. We deliver diverse services to women, children, young people and families across remote areas of the Kimberley. Talk to us about meaningful career opportunities if you want to make a sustainable difference in people’s lives through strengths-based approaches and capacity-building initiatives.

Our values help us shape the decisions we make & influence the way we treat one another.

• We value and respect every person, operate with feeling and sensitivity and embrace cultural diversity
• We encourage and support personal growth, pride and leadership
• We work collaboratively
• We are accountable to the Community

Bigiswun Youth Social Emotional Wellbeing Counsellors will uphold the values of Marninwarntikura Women’s Resource Centre and provide good quality services.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Social Emotional Wellbeing Counsellor engages with young people and Community to support access to various services that assist with daily living. The role of the SEWB Counsellor is to work in a two-way team partnership with SEWB workers to provide a range of culturally appropriate services that include practical support, advocacy, clinical yarning, one-on-one and group in Community and Country activities that support young people’s mental health and holistic social and emotional wellbeing.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants with relevant skills and experience are encouraged to apply.

ABOUT THE BIGISWUN COUNSELLOR ROLE

Bigiswun Youth Social and Emotional Wellbeing Counsellors provide culturally safe support and mentoring to young Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people aged 17-25 who live in the Fitzroy Valley. You will work within a two-way team to engage with young people and families in a strengths-based and choice-focused way.

The Social and Emotional Wellbeing Counsellor position within Bigiswun aims to support young people who present with a range of issues, from difficulties with accessing birth certificates and ID, looking for support to connect with culture and Community, through to requiring support with NDIS or physical or mental health difficulties. The role is to strengthen access to trauma-informed, culturally appropriate, flexible support that meets the needs of young people.

In this role, you will be well supported by a team and work closely with staff across Bigiswun, the Marulu strategy team and the broader Marninwarntikura services to provide flexible and thoughtful social and emotional well-being, mental health and practical support You will aim to help young people understand the impact of mental and physical health and the importance of prioritising their wellbeing. You will also strive to ensure young people feel good about seeking help and accessing support, offering clinical yarning and access to counselling when required.

ABOUT YOU

• You will hold relevant tertiary qualifications in social work, psychology, or similar - or be willing to complete further study to continue to develop your skills and knowledge.
• You will have experience providing trauma-informed counselling or social and emotional wellbeing support services to young people and families.
• Experience working closely with and understanding Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander culture would be considered an advantage.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid IT skills, working across phone and online platforms.
• Experience working in remote communities would be beneficial.

Please note: Before commencing in this role, you must possess a Working with Children (Ochre Card), a National Criminal History Check (within 3 months), and a current Western Australia manual driver’s licence.

How to Apply

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For further information on this exciting opportunity, please get in touch with Sue Thomas, Marulu Strategy Lead:

P 08 9191 5284

E [email protected] using the subject line: Youth Social Emotional Wellbeing Counsellor - Fitzroy Crossing enquiry via EthicalJobs

Or at our office location, Marninwarntikura Women’s Resource Centre, Lot 284 Balanijangarri Road, Fitzroy Crossing, Western Australia 6765

You must submit your resume and a statement addressing the selection criteria as part of the recruitment process.

Marninwarntikura is a Child Safe, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and in line with our workforce development strategy, MWRC encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.

A position description is attached.