AddressWelfare Worker - Nannup
About the role
We currently have a position available for a Welfare Worker. The position is part-time, working 38 hours per fortnight.
The Welfare Worker will work within the program to provide information, culturally appropriate support, and welfare advocacy for residents in treatment for their drug and alcohol misuse.
The Welfare Worker will also provide support for residents to fully participate in the Therapeutic Community.
The position is Level 4 -Level 5 $87,064 - $102,823 per annum pro rata.
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.
The successful candidate will require:
• Tertiary qualifications in health and/or social welfare or equivalent.
• Experience and knowledge of Drug and Alcohol issues.
• Demonstrated and well-developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills and ability to work as a part of a team.
• Problem solving and intervention skills with the ability to identify and assess resident needs.
• Experience in group facilitation.
• Demonstrated administrative, organisational, and time management skills.
• Well-developed self-management skills to cope with difficult cases and manage stress.
• Experience in using Microsoft Office suite and computer systems.
• Willingness and ability to work within the philosophy and culture of the Therapeutic Community model.
• Full Work Rights, a current Police Clearance, First Aid Certificate, and a Drivers Licence.
What we offer:
• Unique opportunity to work in an organisation that is passionate about making a difference to the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
• High quality clinical training and supervision.
• Annual training allowance.
• Generous salary packaging options.
• 5 Weeks annual leave.
How to apply:
Please submit your application via Seek. Your application should include:
• Cover letter addressing the selection criteria, in no more than two pages. (Applications received without addressing the selection criteria will not be processed)
• Current resume, including two referees.
A full copy of the JDF can be found in the employment section on our website. www.cyrenianhouse.com
For further information, please contact Therese Mahoney at ********@cyrenianhouse.com
The closing date for applications is on or before 9 am Monday 24th June 2024.
Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.
