WUNGENING ABORIGINAL CORPORATION – Healing Mind, Body & Spirit
WA’s most progressive Aboriginal Corporation is seeking to appoint an AOD Counsellor/Educator for our Acacia Prison program. This position will be based at Acacia Prison.
First Nations people are strongly encouraged to apply.
This is a unique career opportunity to make a real difference. If you’re an experienced, AOD Counsellor – with expertise in the following areas – apply today.
- Justice – Adult or Youth
- Alcohol and Other Drugs
About the Program
The Acacia In-Custody service is an integral part of the Real Support Network (RSN) made up of a number of Community Agencies to provide support to inmates in Acacia prison. Wungening is contracted to provide AOD supports to Aboriginal clients (only) under the RSN banner. We will work with any Aboriginal client providing them with individual and Group AOD support prior to release in preparation for referring on to the Wungening In-Community AOD support team prior to the prisoner’s release where they will continue to receive this support when returning to the community. The model that Wungening has put in place, provides In-Community workers with a guide to implement the service and provides prisoners with a holistic healing pathway to address their AOD issues.
Reporting to the Wungening AOD Manager, the AOD Counsellor/Educator – Acacia (In Custody Support) is located at Acacia prison. This position is integral part of creating culturally safe areas for young Aboriginal adults incarcerated at Acacia prison.
Job benefits at a glance – Working with Wungening
In addition to fulfilling a passion for social justice and community healing, you will enjoy the many benefits of our generous Enterprise Bargaining Award Agreement, including:
- 37.5 Hour week.
- 2 wellness day per year.
- 3-day additional leave Christmas shutdown leave
- 4-week top-up maternity leave
- Excellent Salary Packaging options available
- Long Service after 6 years
- Mentoring and training opportunities
- Clear pathways for advancement
Join us in creating a healthy, safe, strong and sustainable Aboriginal community.
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR APPLICANTS:
- Applications must include a covering letter addressing the essential selection criteria, plus a concise CV clearly outlining your qualifications and experience.
- Please visit our website www.wungening.com.au for a JDF
Applications close Thursday 10th November 2022
All enquiries should be directed to Mike Winton on 92211411 or [email protected]
Being suitable for a position does not guarantee an offer of employment.
We reserve the right to close applications and appoint prior to the nominated closing date.
Wungening Aboriginal Corporation is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to these positions.
