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Form of workCounsellor Educator - Rick Hamersley
We are seeking an experienced individual who possess strong clinical knowledge and skills, together with well-established work practices to join our dynamic team, working with women and children in the Saranna Program, from our Rick Hammersley site in Cullacabardee.
The Counsellor Educator
The Counsellor Educator’s role within the Therapeutic Community is to provide professional and culturally secure counselling, education and support to residents and their families. The Counsellor Educator is required to work within the context of the therapeutic community, applying a high level of knowledge and skill to support the Community as Method model of treatment.
Our Organisation
Cyrenian House is a leading not-for-profit non-government organisation that has been operating within the alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment sector since 1981. Cyrenian House provides a wide range of high-quality treatment services that make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by alcohol and other drugs.
Hours of Work
Full-time working 76 hours per fortnight.
Level 4 -Level 5 - $87.064 - $102,823 per annum
To be considered for these positions, you will require the following key attributes:
- A degree in social, behavioural or health sciences or equivalent experience in the alcohol and drug sector.
- Personal skills and attributes suitable to working alongside women and their dependents, including mentoring skills.
- Understanding of advocacy for vulnerable women and families, including knowledge of child development.
- Sound skills in communicating with and responding to women and families and in maintaining boundaries and confidentiality.
- Demonstrated and well-developed counselling and group facilitation skills.
- Knowledge of alcohol and drug issues.
- Experience in working with consumers from diverse backgrounds and different cultural groups.
- Experience in delivering education and training programs to human service providers and community groups.
- Full work rights, National Police Clearance, current First Aid Certificate, and full Drivers Licence.
What we offer you.
In addition to joining WA’s leading AOD service provider you will work with a professional and supportive team.
Benefits include:
- 5 weeks annual leave.
- Above award rates of pay.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Generous salary packaging options available.
- Annual training allowance.
Interested?
If you meet the requirements of the role, please forward your application to ****@cyrenianhouse.com
your application should include:
- response to the selection criteria in no more than two pages.
- current resume, including two referees.
Please refer to the employment section on our website to download a full copy of the JDF: www.cyrenianhouse.com
For further information, please contact Michael Gray at *****@cyrenianhouse.com
Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Applications will close on or before 9am Monday 5th February 2024.
Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.
