As a GambleAware Counsellor, you will provide recovery orientated counselling and psychology services as part of a multidisciplinary team with the vision of improving the mental and social wellbeing of gamblers, family and friends, and the general community. You will work under supervision within professional practice and Agency guidelines. You will creatively engage with the community in a flexible, accessible, and supportive way.
Job Description
Who We Are
Centacare NENW is a leading provider of social and community services across the New England North West area and the Social Services Agency of the Catholic Diocese of Armidale .
The benefits of working for Centacare NENW
As an employee of Centacare NENW you will have the opportunity to work alongside a committed and professional team within a dynamic and supportive culture, other benefits offered include:
A vibrant, energetic and supportive team environment that strives to be professional, fun and family friendly
Extensive range of worksheets, educational tools and other internally developed resources
Individual and peer supervision to support your professional practice
Opportunities to develop group programs and resources based on areas of personal interest
Diverse client load with support to increase areas of professional expertise
We have a burnout prevention caseload model, which emphasises staff's health and wellbeing
Generous Professional Development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Remuneration
This position operates under the Health Professionals & Support Services Award 2020 on a level 3 ($40.80/hr - $46.40/hr)
Tax-free Salary Packaging Benefits
In addition to your remuneration, you have the option to enjoy generous tax- free salary packaging benefits which includes;
General Living Expenses up to $15,900
Entertainment Benefits up to $2,650
Car Leasing through Novated Leasing
About The Role
Working as part of our team some key responsibilities include but is not limited to:
Use creative and assertive approaches to engage individuals in help seeking behaviour and recovery orientated treatment
Select and administer specialist assessments including specialised psychometric assessments (as appropriate), structured observations, clinical interviews, and to interpret and integrate this data.
Formulate treatment plans that are specific to each client, based upon an analysis of complex factors contribuitng to the presentation, and selectively drawing on appropriate conceptual and theoretical models.
Deliver evidence based therapuetic interventions to individuals, couples and families with a range of presentations, including those experiencing moderate to complex issues and comorbidities
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to achieve positive client outcomes
Administer appropriate risk management plans where needed.
Desired Skills and Experience
About Our Perfect Candidate
We want to work with people who like to make a difference in a community, are happy to introduce their new skills and ways of thinking as well as have fun in a friendly and professional environment.
Essential Criteria
Tertiary level degree in social work, psychology, counselling or other Allied Health profession
Registration with an associated governing body such as AHPRA, ACA or AASW
Experience in the treatment of gambling harm and/or addictions and a willingness to learn
Knowledge of mental health, stepped care and intervention options
Experience in the delivery or willingness to deliver both individual and group counselling.
Experience in maintaining records to meet organisational and legislative requirements
A Current NSW Driver's Licence and ability to travel as part of the role
A satisfactory Working With Children Check (or willing to obtain)
Centacare NENW is an equal employment opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Persons and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Would you like to find out more or apply
To apply for this position please click on the below apply link.
Only applicants that submit the following will be considered:
A covering letter
A statement of claim addressing how you meet the above Essential Criteria and
Your resume
For more information or role related queries please contact Cooper Faint on hr@centacarenenw.com.au
Closing date for applications: 4pm, Wednesday 8th May 2024
Centacare NENW is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and demonstrates a zero tolerance to abuse.