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SalaryOngoing, part time position with the potential for full time hours (60.8 - 76 fortnightly hours)
$83,275 per annum pro rata + Super + Salary Packaging
Located in Marion
You’re welcome at RASA
Our belief in the transformative power of relationships lies at the heart of everything we do.
You will be joining an inclusive, supportive and welcoming culture. Relationships Australia South Australia (RASA) Values are Diversity, Respect, Belonging and Learning and this is reflected in the way we work and treat each other. Our teams embrace people from a wide range of cultures, backgrounds, beliefs, sexual and gender identities. We understand that your relationships are important, so we believe in being flexible, where possible, to support you to balance your work and personal commitments.
We are seeking a dedicated Gambling Help Service Practitioner to provide counseling support to individuals, couples, and families affected by gambling-related issues. This client-focused role involves assisting clients in addressing problematic gambling behaviors, understanding the impacts on themselves and their loved ones, and identifying underlying factors contributing to the issue.
Who we are looking for
To be successful in this role you will need:
A Bachelor’s degree (AQF level 7) in social work, psychology or counselling or a diploma (AQF level 5) in counselling and demonstrated experience.
Demonstrated experience working in a human services field
Demonstrated experience working with individuals, couples or families in a therapeutic context.
It would be a bonus if you have:
A post graduate (AQF level 9) qualification in social work, psychology or counselling.
Experience in community engagement; community education, and cross-sector liaison.
What you will be doing
Providing high-quality, responsive counseling and support services for individuals, couples, and families affected by gambling-related harm.
Conducting comprehensive screening and risk assessments to ensure client safety.
Collaborating with other services and making appropriate referrals based on client needs.
Developing and delivering group-based therapeutic and relapse prevention programs.
Establishing networks, referral pathways, and collaborative partnerships with relevant external services such as Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD), Mental Health, and Domestic Violence (DV) services.
Ensuring accurate entry and maintenance of client records into RASA's Client Information System.
Adhering to confidentiality principles and relevant information sharing guidelines.
Contributing to the development of culturally relevant services and integrating cultural considerations into training, supervision, and counseling practice.
Assisting with curriculum development, project management, and research initiatives related to problem gambling.
Enquiries: Any enquiries can be addressed to Melissa Rochow on 08 8377 5***.
Closing Date: 5:00pm, Monday, 15 April 2024.
Relationships Australia South Australia is a Child Safe and Equal Opportunity Employer
Please note that the services provided at RASA sites mean that our employees need to follow some specific requirements:
A satisfactory DHS Working with Children Check
A satisfactory National Criminal History Check
Have had the three TGA approved and recognised COVID vaccine doses and provide the certificate. If you can’t comply, you are encouraged to have a confidential conversation with the hiring manager about your individual circumstances.
*How Salary Packaging can increase your take home pay
Salary packing is an entitlement granted by the Federal Government to workers in approved non-government and health organisations. Salary Packaging can increase your take home salary by creating tax free earnings. In effect, $15,899 of your wage can be paid tax free in each fringe benefit tax year. This 'tax free' amount is in addition to the tax-free threshold of $18,200 for income.
About RASA
Relationships Australia South Australia (RASA) is a not-for-profit, secular, community organisation, helping people to overcome difficulties and bring about positive change in their lives. We offer services for families, couples and individuals of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. To find out more about RASA go to rasa.org.au.
