Youth Counsellor

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.  We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better.  It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

Make a real impact in the lives of young people

The Salvation Army Youth Services delivers a wide range of programs supporting young people across Australia, creating opportunities for them to connect, grow, and participate in their communities. Our services span housing and homelessness, education and employment pathways, AOD support, therapeutic programs, youth justice initiatives, and more.

About the role

We are seeking a passionate, values‑driven Youth Counsellor / Group Facilitator to join the Oasis Drug and Alcohol Youth Support team. You will provide counselling and psychoeducational group programs to young people aged 12-25 across Hamilton,NSW.

You will play a key role in reducing AOD‑related harm through high‑quality, client‑centred psychosocial support, including early intervention, prevention, and therapeutic interventions that enhance health, wellbeing, and social outcomes. You will also lead partnership development and strengthen stakeholder relationships.

This is a part‑time 3 days a week role, based in Oasis Youth Services Hunter, NSW. Salary and conditions align with the Health Professionals Level 3 Award.

How you will make an impact

• Deliver evidence‑based psychotherapy and counselling to young people with substance use concerns

• Facilitate individual and group psychoeducation programs

 • Provide accessible information to clients, families, and service providers

 • Conduct assessments for young people with co‑existing mental, physical, or social challenges

• Maintain an environment free from alcohol and non‑prescribed medications

 • Support young people on waitlists

 • Ensure trauma‑informed, psychologically informed practice with timely documentation

• Apply critical thinking and reflective practice across all work

• Meet mandatory reporting requirements • Participate in team meetings, supervision, training, and collaborative initiatives

 • Provide culturally responsive support to diverse groups

 • Work collaboratively with internal programs and external agencies

 • Lead partnership development, stakeholder engagement, and external site visits

What you will bring

• Registered or provisionally registered Psychologist (Bachelor of Psychology (Hons)), or

 • Accredited Counsellor with Bachelor/Postgraduate qualifications, or

• Social Worker with Bachelor/Postgraduate qualifications and AASW eligibility, or

• Other AHPRA‑registered allied health professionals with relevant experience

 • Experience in counselling and assessment with young people experiencing AOD concerns

 • Valid NSW Working with Children Check

 • Current NSW Driver Licence

• National Police Check

• Completion of Code of Conduct, WHS, and Bullying & Harassment training

• Eligibility for registration with the relevant professional body

What we offer 

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as; 

• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650) 

• Flexible working conditions 

• Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits 

• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks 

• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme  

• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity 

• Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes 

• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service; 

• Opportunity for career development; 

• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members 

• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution  

How to Apply 

If you are excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you.  

We invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role. 

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.  

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.