WUNGENING ABORIGINAL CORPORATION – Healing Mind, Body & Spirit
First Nations people are strongly encouraged to apply.
ABOUT NGALLA WIRRIN WUNGENING
Ngalla Wirrin Wungening (Our Spirit Healing) delivers alcohol and other drug healing practices, through:
· Aboriginal Ways
· Flexible Services
· Authentic Connections
We offer support to individuals with alcohol and other drug challenges themselves, and to families who need support for someone else’s use. Support options include one-to-one counselling, group work, and outreach services where we engage with clients in the community.
ABOUT THE ROLE
This role will be based at our East Perth office and deliver programs at our Women’s and Children’s refuge, Wooree Miya.
The Ngalla Wirrin Wungening (NWW) Group Facilitator is central component to the delivery of the Ngalla Wirrin Wungening (Our Spirit Healing) model.
The NWW Group Facilitator works collaboratively within a dedicated team to deliver the entire ‘Healing Journey’. The primary function of this role is to facilitate groups, primarily relating to ‘Own Use’ and ‘Other’s Use’, as per the below examples.
Solid Ground
- A facilitated daily themed group meeting working where participants collaborate and provide peer to peer lived experience support, supported by recovery coaching and counselling from a Strong Spirit Strong Mind lens.
Higher Ground
- A program for participants who have been through Solid Ground, providing collaborative support to maintain and develop recovery goals and strategies. The group is co-facilitated with participants.
Djin Djin
- A culturally responsive, empowerment-based, information and support group program for Aboriginal families struggling with a loved ones’ problematic AOD use. The aim of this program, to strengthen and empower families, through providing information and support within the context of their needs.
Who’s Ya Mob?
- A program that encourages young people to self-evaluate, identify the risk of AOD and work towards building resilience and accountability. The program content is designed to assist in making better choices and avoiding a criminally entrenched pathway.
The NWW Group Facilitator is part of the NWW Team and also provides AOD Counselling, as required.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
- Experience providing group facilitation in a relevant setting.
- Commitment to providing an engaging and collaborative group environment.
- Commitment to providing AOD services in a culturally strong and safe way.
- Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs, or similar, and/or desire to obtain these skills.
- Demonstrated knowledge and respect for Aboriginal culture, protocols, and boundaries.
- Knowledge of challenges and services from an AOD context.
- Understanding of, and commitment to working to key performance indicators.
- Developed computer skills, including Microsoft Office Outlook, Word, and Teams.
- Experience in collecting data, analysing information, and preparing reports.
WORKING WITH WUNGENING – JOB BENEFITS AT A GLANCE
In additional to fulfilling a passion for social justice and community healing, you will enjoy the many benefits of our generous Enterprise Bargaining Award Agreement, including:
- 2 wellness days per year
- 3-day additional Christmas shutdown leave
- 4-week top up maternity leave
- Excellent salary packaging options available
- Long Service after 6 years
- Mentoring and training opportunities
- Clear pathways for advancement
Join us in creating a healthy, safe, strong and sustainable Aboriginal community
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR APPLICANTS:
Applications must include a cover letter addressing the essential criteria, plus a concise CV clearly outlining your qualifications and experience.
Applications close Thursday 31st August 2023.
All enquiries should be directed to Michael Winton (Manager – Ngalla Wirrin Wungening) on 0450 348 703
Being suitable for a position does not guarantee an offer of employment.
We reserve the right to close applications and appoint prior to the nominated closing date.