Cyrenian House - Nannup - Counsellor Educators

Cyrenian House – Nannup – Counsellor Educators

(Job Code NCEFT)

We are seeking an experienced Counsellor Educator to join us at our Nannup site.

About the role

The Counsellor Educator will provide professional alcohol and other drug (AOD) counselling, education and support to consumers and their families within a residential setting. The Counsellor Educator will be required to work within the context of the therapeutic community, applying a high level of knowledge and skill to support family inclusive practice to individuals and the local community.

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.

Hours of Work & Location

The position is full-time (76 hours PFN) and based at our Nannup site in the Southwest surrounded by natural bushland.

The position is a level 4 – level 5, salary of $87,064 – 102,823 per annum depending on experience.

To be successful in this role you will require the following key attributes:

• Have a degree in social, behavioural or health sciences or equivalent experience in the alcohol and drug sector.
• Experience working within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Well-developed assessment and counselling skills
• Demonstrated experience in working with consumers experiencing issues related to alcohol and other drug use.
• Demonstrated and well developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
• Experience in working as part of a team.
• Full work rights, Current National Police Clearance, Driver’s License, and First Aid Certificate and mobile phone.

What we offer you.

• Five weeks annual leave.
• Above award rates of pay.
• Professional team. 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.
• Generous salary packaging options.

Please submit your application, your application should include:

• A response to the selection criteria (located on the last page of the JDF) in no more than two pages in length.
• current resume, including two referees.

Please refer to the employment section on our website to download a full copy of the JDF, including the selection criteria: www.cyrenianhouse.com

For further information, please contact Therese Mahoney – [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 Wednesday 8th May 2024

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.