Grow your own practice. Walk alongside us.

Join a national network of First Nations psychologists, counsellors, social workers and psychotherapists delivering culturally grounded EAP support, while keeping full independence of your own private practice.

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Independent contracting

Strengthening First Nations-owned practices, not absorbing them

Clinicians work with BilaEmpower as independent contractors. You continue to run your own practice while receiving referrals through our national EAP network.

BilaEmpower is not a high-volume, transactional EAP provider. We grow carefully and intentionally, so systems, governance and clinician support stay strong.

You keepFull independence of your professional practice

You invoiceBilaEmpower for services delivered

You manageYour own tax, superannuation and business obligations

You maintainYour own supervision and professional development

What you can expect from BilaEmpower

A respectful, relational onboarding process

Clear cultural and clinical expectations

Transparent payment arrangements

Access to national referral pathways

A First Nations-led governance model

A growing national network of Indigenous clinicians

We welcome First Nations:PsychologistsCounsellorsSocial WorkersPsychotherapistsMental Health PractitionersEAP Clinicians

All clinicians must be registered and in good standing with their peak professional body.

Eligibility

What you will need

Registration Current registration in good standing with AHPRA (psychologists) or APS, AASW, PACFA or ACA, plus a recognised mental health qualification aligned with it.

Insurance and compliance Professional Indemnity and Public Liability insurance, each at least $20 million; National Police Clearance within 12 months.

Business requirements Meet your own Australian business requirements, including a valid ABN, electronic invoicing, and your own tax and superannuation obligations.

Technology and setup A secure computer, reliable phone, high-speed internet, Zoom and Microsoft Teams, a confidential counselling space, and access to Halaxy.

Read the full eligibility requirements (PDF) →

Ready to walk alongside us?

Submit your Expression of Interest with your documents. Once we receive it, we will arrange a yarn.

Complete the application form

Please include Current CV Professional registration certificate Insurance certificates National Police Clearance ABN details Confirmation of Aboriginality or Supply Nation registration A short statement on your cultural lens and approach to practice