- Full time – Max term till June 2023- with possible extension
- Location – Coffs Harbour 2450
- Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need
Life at Mission Australia
When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we stand together with anyone who needs us, for as long as they need us. Find out more about us and our purpose.
Your Opportunity
To support clients in the provision of AOD and generalist counselling, in particular the provision of counselling services to address AOD and offending behaviours and other related issues within a residential rehabilitation service framework.
Other key responsibilities will include:
- Facilitate client assessment and provide recommendations.
- Provide client AOD and generalist MH counselling including but not limited individual, group and family counselling as deemed appropriate to the needs of the client.
- Assess and facilitate client referrals to external health and allied health professionals as necessary.
- Organising and referring relevant psychological support to clients post program.
- Liasing with Aftercare Case Worker to assist client to access mental health services once client leave the program.
- Develop strong working relationships with colleagues to allow the effective running of the service and the development of a friendly, caring and safe environment.
- Prepare relevant AOD and MH staff resources and trainings.
- Lead clinical meetings within the program during staff meetings or assessment meetings with other staff.
The successful applicant will ideally have
- Tertiary level counselling qualifications.
- 3 years experience in the youth and/or AOD sectors.
- A comprehensive understanding of the issues and needs of the service users.
- Ability to coordinate, facilitate and participate in group and one-on-one counselling sessions.
- Actively support Mission Australia’s purpose and values.
- Behave in a way that contributes to a workplace that is free of discrimination, harassment and bullying behaviour.
- Help ensure the health, safety and welfare of self and others working in the business.
- Excellent computer software skills, specifically MS Office.
- Current NSW Drivers License.
- Current Working With Children Check (WWCC).
- Evidence of Covid 19 Vaccination.
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people and child-safe certificate.
Culture & Benefits
A career with Mission Australia will offer you rewarding experiences to make a difference to the lives of Australians in need. We have an innovative and supportive culture guided by our values of compassion, integrity, respect, perseverance and celebration.
Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications and referee checks.
Our culture
Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career.
We’re committed to the safety and wellbeing of each other and the people we serve.
We recognise and respect diversity. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia.
Find out more about a career with Mission Australia.
If you need support to submit your application, please email [email protected].
Your benefits
- Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference
- Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay)
- Generous discounts with health insurance and major retailers
- Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support.
How to apply
To be considered for this opportunity, please click ‘Apply for this job’ and send your cover letter and resume today. As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application.
For more information, feel free to view the Position Description via AOD & MH COUNSELLOR – Coffs Harbour.pdf
For further information regarding working with us, visit Working for Mission Australia.
Applications will be shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you.