In this part-time role, as Playgroup Counsellor, you will contribute as a creative and flexible member of the Uniting AOD Intensive Playgroup team and develop and implement age-appropriate activities, provide information and referral for children and parents/carers participating in the program.

As a key member of the team, you will:

• Assist families to identify informal and formal support systems and link families with appropriate services
• Assist parents/carers to participate in play, meal preparation, setting up and other regular activities with their children in a way that encourages independence, learning and self-sufficiency.
• Provide information to parents/carers about Alcohol and Other Drugs treatment options and assist them to access treatment.

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What’s on offer

Join an organisation where we don’t just provide a service. We use our connections, our size, our scale, and our knowledge to push into places where we feel like we should be doing more.

In addition to a salary and superannuation, you’ll also receive 17.5% leave loading and access to the full $15,900 salary packaging benefits. There is also an option for additional purchased leave to increase your annual leave entitlements.

About you

The ideal candidate will have relevant tertiary qualifications, such as a Certificate 3 in children’s services or equivalent, as well as:

• Completed the Small Talk facilitator training or willingness to within 12 months of employment
• Certificate IV in AOD or have completed the core competencies (or able to complete within the first 24 months of employment. See Appendix A)
• Experience in supporting children (0-6 years) to participate in age-appropriate programs.
• Ability to think holistically in relation to interventions with families and children.
• Relevant experience working with children, parents/carers and families.

How to apply

Click APPLY to submit your interest and we’ll be in touch shortly. We’ll be reviewing applications as they come through as we’re keen to engage with someone.

If you have questions about the opportunity, please contact Keryn Ralph, Manager – Catchment Clinical Services on 0447 200 374 or via email – [email protected]

About Uniting

At Uniting we are passionate about working together to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice. We have a 5,000 strong workforce of employees and volunteers who deliver a diverse range of services across Victoria and Tasmania.

Visit us: www.vt.uniting.org

Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.

Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.