Counsellor jobs in Gold Coast, QLD

Counsellor work in Gold Coast, QLD

Counsellor roles in Gold Coast, QLD sit within high demand driven by population growth and structural workforce shortages. Private practice opportunities are strong. AOD and youth mental health are particularly active areas. counsellor positions are found across public health services, community organisations, and private practice in the region.

Counselling in Australia is a broad field practiced by professionals from a range of backgrounds. Counsellors use therapeutic approaches such as person-centred therapy, solution-focused brief therapy, narrative therapy, and CBT to support clients through emotional difficulties. While counselling is not a protected title in Australia, professional membership through PACFA or the Australian Counselling Association (ACA) is expected by most employers.

Gold Coast Health operates the mental health services for the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service, including community mental health teams, acute inpatient services at Gold Coast University Hospital, and specialist services. The Gold Coast is one of Australia's fastest-growing regions by population, creating persistent demand for mental health services that outpaces current workforce supply.

Qualifications typically required

• Diploma or Bachelor of Counselling, or equivalent
• PACFA or ACA professional membership
• Working with Children Check (for roles involving minors)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check for disability sector roles

Key employers in Gold Coast, QLD

• Gold Coast Health
• Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service
• headspace Gold Coast
• Lives Lived Well
• Aftercare
• UnitingCare Queensland
• Gold Coast Primary Health Network