AddressThe Position:
The Rehabilitation Counsellor / Counsellor or Social Worker is responsible for providing immediate short term interventions that are focused on the clients commencing or resuming paid employment. This will require you to conduct assessments on clients who have complex barriers to employment, providing recommendations and referrals to appropriate vocational and non-vocational services. This position provides interventions and advice to clients, working with atWork Australia staff members to tailor individualised Job Plans towards sustainable employment.
- This is a permanent opportunity, offering flexible work options - and telehealth
- Full or part time hours available
Key duties of the role will include:
- Conduct thorough assessments of candidates with a range of disability and barriers to employment;
- Offer counselling intervention as needed, utilising various psychological methodologies;
- Refer candidates to additional external support services to help address barriers;
- Provide evaluations on assessments and monitor the progression of cases;
- Liaise with medical professionals and community agencies on behalf of candidates; and
- Provide training and guidance to atWork staff on psychological services and procedures.
