Primary Therapist (Frankston)

Join Windana: Where our mission is to help people rebuild their lives.

Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can make a significant impact?

Windana invites you to be part of our Life-Changing mission, where your expertise will be the driving force behind transforming lives affected by drug and alcohol dependence.

• Use your skills to assist with an innovative model that improves outcomes
• Work for a respected not for profit in a multidisciplinary team
• Supportive, inclusive and flexible working environment, full time role

TaskForce: Part of Windana

In November 2023, Windana and TaskForce merged into a single organisation - positioning us strongly for the future to provide more services to more people. With a combined history spanning almost 50 years, Windana is a leading Victorian-based organisation committed to making a positive impact.

As we embark on this exciting journey we're committed to shaping a brighter future and positioning ourselves as an employer of choice.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced full time Clinician to join our  Youth ResetLife team in Frankston.

Our Primary Therapist provides a range of treatment interventions including Assessment, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and psycho-education via individual and group facilitation treatment modalities.

This role will ensure adherence to the structural and clinical fidelity of the treatment and successful client recovery and retention through:

• Utilising evidence-based, manualised treatment materials.
• Scheduling and facilitation of all individual and group sessions.
• The collection of weekly random drug/alcohol screens.
• Effective peer support and active follow-up.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven ability to provide intensive outpatient treatment services to clients experiencing complex and problematic alcohol and other drugs use.
• A minimum of 3 years' experience in the delivery of clinical interventions (CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, etc).
• A proven ability to effectively work with people and families in a respectful, compassionate, and positive manner.
• Relevant health and/or welfare tertiary qualification such as Social Work, Psychology, Nursing or Allied Health Sciences and
• Certificate IV in AOD or have completed the required competencies.

The team

We're a friendly, passionate, dynamic bunch of individuals that value continuous improvement and collaboration. We support your growth, both professionally and personally, and foster an inclusive and diverse workplace committed to equality and embracing differences. Our commitment to gender equality, flexible working, mental health & wellbeing, and LGBTQIA+ inclusion fosters an innovative organisational spirit.

When can you start you ask? We are ready when you are.

A valid Working with Children Check is mandatory for this position and a police check will be administered for preferred candidates. We are a child safe and equal employment opportunity employer.

To apply for this job go to: https://windana.recruitmenthub.com.au/Vacancies & enter ref code: 6530297. Applications close 26 March 2024