Job Description

Counsellor Educator (ADAPT)

About the Role:

We are currently seeking a qualified Counsellor Educator to join our Allied Drug & Alcohol Program & Treatment (ADAPT) team on a part-time basis. The position provides consumers involved in the criminal justice system with the necessary support and tools to enable them to reduce the impact and harm of alcohol and other drugs on their lives.

The position is offered as a part-time role at 37 hours per fortnight and is located from our Cyrenian Central Office based on Fitzgerald Street in Perth.

The position is offered as a at Level 4/5, salary of $96,295 – $113,725 per annum pro-rata depending on experience It is a part-time role working 37 hours per fortnight

About the 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:

• A degree qualification in psychology, social work, counselling, or relevant experience in the alcohol and drug sector.
• Understanding of comorbidity in relation to alcohol and drug issues
• Demonstrated assessment, case management, counselling, and group facilitation skills.
• Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience in working with consumers from diverse backgrounds and different cultural groups.
• Demonstrated and well developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office software package including Word and Outlook.
• Full work rights, National Police Clearance, First Aid Certificate and full Drivers Licence.

What we offer: 

• Attractive competitive salary plus generous salary packaging options available. 
• Two additional days per annum – “My Day” leave  plus 12 days Personal Leave  
• Annual training allowance.  
• 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.

How to apply: 

If this sounds like the role for you, please forward your application via the  Seek website. 

Your application should include:  

• A cover letter stating your suitability for the role,addressing the selection criteria
• A current comprehensive resume, including two referees (or willingness to provide referees at the interview stage). 

  A full copy of the JDF can be found in the employment section on our website.  www.cyrenianhouse.com 

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 Rowena Rajh: rrajh@cyrenianhouse.com

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout Cyrenian House.  In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of six (6) months.  

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.