Counsellor/Case Manager Uniting Communities Incorporated

JOB DESCRIPTION

Join an Exciting Journey with New ROADS!

Are you ready to be part of an expanding, vibrant team of professionals dedicated to providing innovative Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) services? We are seeking a dedicated Counsellor/Case Manager to join our team.

What We Offer

  • Dynamic 1:1 counselling, group work, case management, and residential rehabilitation
  • A chance to excel and provide top-tier support in our rehabilitation services
  • Permanent Part Time role (3-4 days a week), tailored to the right candidate

Role Overview

  • Deliver transformative AOD services for residential clients, outpatient counseling, and police drug diversion programs
  • Supporting people who are accessing our AOD residential programs to make long term, healthy changes in their lives
  • Developing partnerships with the community to create better outcomes for clients and drive referrals into the service
  • Breaking down the stigma associated with AOD and mental health issues

Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in Social Work, Psychology, or related field
  • Specific AOD qualifications (if not possessing a related degree)
  • Experience in intensive support, counseling, and case management
  • Multidisciplinary and integrated approach expertise
  • Strong relationship-building skills
  • Engagement with diverse clients, community groups, and agencies

About Us

Uniting Communities is a leading, inclusive not-for profit community services organisation working alongside more than 80,000 South Australians each year to reduce inequality, improve wellbeing, overcome disadvantage and support people to live the best lives they can. We value diversity and are committed to providing respectful, accessible services. 

About the Benefits

  • In addition to your salary you can package up to $15,900 per year pre tax and additionally a $2,650 Meals and Entertainment card. 
  • To see how this could potentially benefit your take home pay, visit our salary packaging provider Access Pay
  • Paid Maternity Leave
  • Early Intervention Physio Program
  • Discounted Private Health Insurance

Check out our additional benefits at www.unitingcommunities.org

Your Application

Please attach a cover letter addressing the position description and a current resume including the names of 2 current referees, including a past or current supervisor.

To discuss in confidence, please call Ethan on 0497 511 184

Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed prior to the closing date; and as such the closing date is subject to change without notice. Current application closing date is midnight 8th September 2023.

As an organisation, we are committed to protecting children, young people and vulnerable adults.  All staff are required to work within our code of conduct and undergo relevant pre-employment checks.

JOB SUMMARY

Organisation

Uniting Communities Incorporated

Job Salary

Part time

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