Cyrenian House - Casual Relief Pool – Residential Supervisors - Therapeutic Communities and Low Medical Withdrawal

Cyrenian House – Casual Relief Pool – Residential Supervisors – Therapeutic Communities and Low Medical Withdrawal

Cyrenian House is currently seeking applications from experienced and passionate Counsellor Educator with strong clinical expertise, excellent interpersonal skills, and a proven track record in the alcohol and other drug (AOD) sector. Based at our vibrant Fitzgerald Street location in Central Perth, this is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team committed to empowering individuals and families affected by substance use. If you’re driven to make a meaningful difference and thrive in a values-based organisation, we would love to hear from you!

About the role

We are seeking people to join our casual relief pool of Residential Supervisors.  The position will work across some or all Cyrenian House Residential Services.

As Residential Supervisor, (including Sleep Shift and awake Night Shift) you will work with the residential team to provide a safe environment for the residents at Cyrenian House’s residential services. When on shift you will be responsible for maintaining a staff presence within the service while you undertake duties to ensure the smooth running and safety of the residents, including attending to resident concerns, facilitating community groups and activities, supervising medications, and documenting relevant information in handover notes and the client information database.

Within this role you will work in a culturally secure, trauma-informed manner and demonstrate initiative and sound decision making in accordance with relevant policies and procedures.

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.

Hours of Work & Location

The hours will be on a casual basis and will include afternoon, night, (including Sleep Shift awake Night Shift) and weekend shifts. Applicants can choose to be available to provide cover for any or all the following services:

1. Serenity Lodge Therapeutic Community (SLTC) and Serenity Withdrawal Unit (SWU) in Rockingham.
2. Rick Hammersley Centre Therapeutic Community (RHCTC), in Cullacabardee.
3. Midland Withdrawal and Intervention Centre (MWIC) in Midland.
4. Munda Mia Therapeutic Community (MMTC) in Kalamunda
5. Nannup Therapeutic Community (NTC) – in Nannup

To be successful in this role you will require the following competencies and experience:

• Demonstrated capacity to work responsibly and at times independently in accordance with Cyrenian House policies and procedures.
• Have a personal experience with recovery, (must have a minimum of 2 years abstinence from alcohol and other drugs.)
• An understanding of alcohol and other drug (AOD) issues.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to assert oneself effectively and maintain clear, personal and professional boundaries.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of people from diverse backgrounds.
• Proficient in using Microsoft suite.
• Current National Police Certificate, full work rights, current Driver’s License and current Working with Children Check and First Aid Certificate.

What we offer you.

• Rewarding team culture with flexible working conditions.
• Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about making a difference to the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application via the Seek website. Your application should include:

• a cover letting stating your suitability for the role. Please indicate which site/s you are interested in working at.
• current resume, including two referees.

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 Claire Coni at [email protected]

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Applications will close on or before 9am Thursday 22^nd May 2025. Shortlisting will commence immediately.

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.