Aboriginal Outreach Counsellor Cyrenian Central
Aboriginal Outreach Counsellor Cyrenian Central
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Job Description
ABORIGINAL OUTREACH COUNSELLOR CYRENIAN CENTRAL
About the Role:
Cyrenian House is seeking a dedicated and passionate Aboriginal Outreach Counsellor to join our team. This role will provide culturally secure counselling case management and support to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals and families seeking residential treatment through our Residential Pathways Program. The Aboriginal Outreach Counsellor will ensure culturally appropriate support and engagement.
You will be a key part of a multidisciplinary team offering both sitebased and outreach support to enhance accessibility to our services.
This is a maximum term contract position working fulltime for a period of two years and will be located at Cyrenian Central Office on Fitzgerald Street Perth.
Level 45 and salary per annum $93490 $110413 per annum (depending on experience).
Our Organisation:
Cyrenian House is a leading notforprofit nongovernment organisation that has been operating within the alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment sector since 1981. Cyrenian House provides a wide range of highquality treatment services that make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by alcohol and other .
To be appointed / successful in this role you will require the following key qualifications skills and experience:
Provide culturally secure counselling and case management focusing on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander consumers and build strong trusting relationships.
Conduct assessments and assist in internal and external referrals ensuring appropriate treatment options.
Develop and deliver culturally appropriate educational programs and therapeutic group sessions to support lifestyle changes and address addictionrelated behaviours.
Maintain uptodate records case notes and statistical reports to ensure highquality service delivery to enhance our service model and community outreach initiatives.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent (pursuant to Section 50D of the Equal Opportunity Act).
Minimum Certificate III in Community Services and AOD or equivalent experience in an Indigenous AOD service.
Strong understanding of alcohol and other drug issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Current National Police Clearance First Aid Certificate valid drivers license and reliable vehicle.
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 .
Comprehensive orientation and induction.
How to apply
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
For further information please contact Greg Defrenne:
Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Cyrenian House is a smokefree organisation.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
