About the business
Oolong House was established in 1989 as a Residential Treatment Service for both Indigenous and Non- Indigenous men.
Oolong House is one of approximately 23 services in NSW that provide a 24 hour residential rehabilitation service and one of just six which are Aboriginal Community Controlled.
About the role
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide regular one on one counselling sessions to clients
- Support CEO in referring to external psychologist when required
- Monitor and report on outcomes of clinical services and programs in line with specific goals and standards
- Facilitating group counselling sessions or mediating in conflict resolution sessions
- Maintain client files and records with accuracy
- Provide statistical data to CEO for quarterly and annual reports
- Helping clients to adjust attitudes and expectations within a variety of relationships
- Developing rehabilitation plans alongside clients
Benefits and perks
Oolong House offers a positive and supportive team environment.
This is a highly rewarding opportunity to join a passionate team and make a genuine difference in the lives of Aboriginal men who are impacted through drug and alcohol addiction
Skills and experience
- Minimum requirement- Diploma of counselling
- Knowledge of current therapeutic approaches to the treatment and prevention of AOD issues
- Respect for Aboriginal communities, traditions and values
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- 5 years previous experience working within Drug and Alcohol/ Mental Health environment
- Effective time management skills
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Current Working With Children’s Check
- Current NSW Police Check
- Current NSW Drivers Licence