Description:
SENIOR COUNSELLOR EDUCATOR – NANNUP
About the Role:
In this newly created role at Nannup Therapeutic Community, the Senior TC Counsellor Educator (STCCE) role is to facilitate and strengthen the Community as Method (CAM) treatment approach that underpins and informs service delivery within the Therapeutic Community. Working collaboratively, under the supervision of the Residential Services Manager, the position will provide a professional AOD service to consumers including counselling, education, mediation and support.
The position is offered on a full-time permanent basis working 76 hours PFN, based at our Nannup site in the Southwest surrounded by natural bushland.
Level 5.4 $109,024per annum. (Please note we are currently finalising a new Enterprise Agreement)
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.
To be appointed / successful in this role you will require the following key qualifications, skills and experience:
• Degree in Social, Behavioural, Education, Health Sciences or equivalent experience and training in the AOD area.
• Well-developed assessment and counselling skills.
• Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated experience, knowledge and practical application of Therapeutic Community Model principles.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the 12-step philosophy and “Community as a method Treatment Model”.
• Demonstrated experience in working with consumers experiencing issues related to alcohol and other drug use.
• Demonstrated and well developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
• Full work rights, National Police Clearance, First Aid Certificate and full Drivers Licence.
What we offer you.
• Above award rates of pay and generous salary packaging options available.
• Annual training allowance.
• Free access to WHEREFIT with exclusive discounts to leading fitness and wellbeing brands.
• Professional team. Rewarding team culture with flexible working conditions.
• Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about making a difference in the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
• Comprehensive orientation and induction.
If this sounds like the role for you, please forward your application via the Seek website,
your application should include:
• response to the selection criteria in no more than two pages.
• current resume, including two referees.
Shortlisting will commence immediately, and this opportunity will close when the position has been filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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 Therese Mahoney: tmahoney@cyrenianhouse.com
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.