Your role:

This positions is a duel position where you work as a Alcohol and Drugs Counsellor and support parents to overcome addiction so they can reunite with their children.

Counselling, consultancy and continuing care to:

• Individuals with drug and/or alcohol problems 18 years and over.
• Families and friends of individuals with drug and/or alcohol problems.
• Individuals currently involved in the criminal justice system
• Professionals needing assistance in working with and supporting individuals with drug and/or alcohol problems.

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Family Reunification

• Work directly with parents that are experiencing alcohol and substance use issues.
• Parents are placed on a Family Reunification Order and are mandated to attend AOD treatment.
• You as the Drug and Alcohol Counsellor will facilitate treatment through counselling, case management and outreach working towards reunifying families.

For more specific information about the program, position and key responsibilities, please view the position description attached here:  AOD FRO Clinician – PD (Sept 2022) – Frankston (3).docx

The skills you will use day to day:

• Clinical experience and use of theory that underpins drug and alcohol treatment
• Understanding of the stages of change
• In depth knowledge of addiction
• Counselling skills which include the ability to use CBT

Qualifications:

Tertiary qualifications in Psychology, Social Work, Social Science, Counselling and specifically a minimum of a Cert IV in AOD or Post Graduate Certificate in AOD, including Dual Diagnosis competencies or a minimum 2 years in the AOD sector.

What you need to know:

• Salary is SCHCADS level 5 starting at around $88,000 FTE
• Pro rata to a 0.9, 9 day fortnight
• Work life balance, benefit from 2 extra non-working days per month
• Office location: Frankston
• Access to discounted health insurance, free Employee Assistance, Salary Packaging and a range of other employment benefits supporting your physical and mental health
• Professional development, training, support and a culture of inclusivity and resilience
• Our Rainbow Tick Accreditation
• A leadership team that are passionate about achieving the best possible outcomes for children, young people and families

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement. AV employees are required to either be fully vaccinated against Covid 19 or have a medical exemption. AV will require evidence that you are compliant with these requirements.

Ready to take the next step:

Applications close on Sunday 9th October

To apply for this position please click apply which will take you to our careers page.

You will then be requested to attach your resume and cover letter that describes your motivation to apply for this role and any skills and experience relevant to the role.

For further enquiries contact Grenville Wise, Alternative Care & Support Services Program Manager on 03 9781 6700 or email [email protected] for a deeper discussion about the role.

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability.