diversity-statement

Employment

Working at Cyrenian House you will be part of a team providing the highest quality services to make positive and meaningful differences in the lives of people affected by alcohol and other drugs.

Our five values – empowerment, integrity, diversity, compassion and hope – define how we treat each other and how we work together with our consumers. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are welcomed as they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.

Why Work With Us?

We are a diverse workplace that reflects contemporary, multicultural Australia, valuing differences and make every individual feel welcome, supported, and safe.

At Cyrenian House we value the uniqueness of individuals who may vary in many different ways, including race, ethnicity, culture, social class, gender, age, religious belief, sexual identity, mental and physical ability.

We celebrate and promote this diversity as a strength of our organisation – see our Diversity Statement.

About the Organisation

Cyrenian House is a leading not-for-profit non-government organisation that has been operating within the alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment sector since 1981. Cyrenian House provides a wide range of high-quality treatment services that make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by alcohol and other drugs.

Administration Assistant /Receptionist Various Locations (Casual)

We are seeking a professional, proactive, and consumer-focused Administration Assistant / Receptionist to join our team on a casual basis to work flexibly across multiple Cyrenian House sites across the Perth metropolitan area.

What we offer you

  • Above the award rates of pay
  • Free On-Site Parking (excluding Cyrenian Central)
  • Rewarding team culture with flexible working conditions.
  • Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about making a difference to the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.

About the Role

In this vital front-line role, you will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, providing a warm and welcoming reception experience to people accessing Cyrenian House services. You will also support the day-to-day administrative operations of our busy service with efficiency, discretion, and attention to detail. This position is highly consumer-focused and involves a range of responsibilities, including maintaining accurate records, managing reception duties, and overseeing telephone and communication systems.

Additionally, you will provide administrative support to the clinical team and manager as directed, contributing to the smooth and effective functioning of the service.

The successful candidate must share our mission and values and demonstrate passion and drive to provide high-quality services to people affected by alcohol and other drugs.

Pay rate is $39.12 – $44.37 per hour (depending on experience), PLUS casual loading and superannuation.

About the Organisation

Cyrenian House is a leading not-for-profit non-government organisation that has been operating within the alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment sector since 1981. Cyrenian House provides a wide range of high-quality treatment services that make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by alcohol and other drugs.

Requirements for the role are:

  • Extensive experience in office administration.
  • Sound written communication skills, with experience in minute-taking.
  • Proven ability to work under pressure.
  • Effective time management skills.
  • Experience in the use of filing systems, appointment management and administrative systems.
  • Flexible and able to work collaboratively with team members.
  • Well-developed computer skills, including data entry, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • A current Driver’s Licence, National Police Clearance, First Aid Certificate, and full work rights.

How to apply:

If you meet the requirements of the role, please apply via the Seek website. Your application should include:
Response to the selection criteria in no more than two pages.
Current resume, including two referees.

The closing date for applications is on or before Wednesday, 4th March 2026. Submissions received after this date may not be considered.

Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Please download a full copy of the JDF here: Administration Assistant /Receptionist

For further information, please contact Greg Defrenne at gdefrenne@cyrenianhouse.com

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.

Counsellor Educator Cyrenian House/ Milliya Rumurra (CHMR) Full-time

About the role:
The Counsellor/Educator position works to provide alcohol and other drug treatment, support, and prevention to consumers as a key member of an outreach service that services remote communities in the West Kimberley. The Counsellor Educator will possess a sound level of clinical knowledge and skills, together with well-established work practices that exercise initiative and sound judgment.

The position has both a treatment and prevention focus with the aim of reducing harm associated with alcohol or other drug use by providing proficient, culturally secure case management, assessment, group facilitation, education and support to consumers and their families and the local community.

Hours of Work

Working full-time 76 hours per fortnight.

The position is  level 4/5 - $93,490 - $110,413 per annum (depending on experience) plus superannuation and salary packaging options available.

Our Organisation:
Cyrenian House is a leading not-for-profit non-government organisation that has been operating within the alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment sector since 1981. Cyrenian House provides a wide range of high-quality treatment services that make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by alcohol and other drugs.  Our service in Broome is a partnership between Cyrenian House and Milliya Rumurra Aboriginal Corporation, delivering alcohol and other drug prevention services to parts of the West Kimberley region.

We provide consumers and their families with improved access to alcohol and other drug support via our outreach services within the communities north of Broome along the Dampier Peninsula and south to Bidyadanga.

Selection Criteria:

  • A degree in social, behavioural or health sciences and relative experience in the alcohol and other drug sector.
  • Demonstrated and well-developed leadership skills with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience in working with Aboriginal peoples in Aboriginal Communities.
  • Good organisational and time management skills.
  • Well-developed self-management skills to cope with difficult cases and manage stress.
  • The ability to work autonomously within their role, whilst still delivering a professional service.
  • Ability to adapt to varying working environments in the delivery of outreach services.
  • An active role in Continuous Quality Improvement.
  • Full work rights, current National Police Clearance, current First Aid Certificate, and current Driver’s Licence.

What we offer:

  • Remote Area Allowance.
  • 5 weeks annual leave.
  • Above award rates of pay and generous salary packaging options available.
  • 12 days Personal Leave and two additional days per annum – “My Day” leave
  • Annual training allowance.
  • Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about making a difference in the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
  • Comprehensive orientation and induction.

How to apply:  

If you meet the requirements of the role, please apply via the Seek website, your application should include:    

  • Response to the selection criteria in no more than two pages.   
  • Current resume, including two referees. 

Please refer to the employment section on our website to download a full copy of the JDF: Counsellor Educator

Shortlisting will commence immediately, and this opportunity will close when the position has been filled.  Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  

For further information, please contact: Sally Malone at smalone@cyrenianhouse.com  

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.  

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.

diversity-statement

Employment

Working at Cyrenian House you will be part of a team providing the highest quality services to make positive and meaningful differences in the lives of people affected by alcohol and other drugs.

Our five values – empowerment, integrity, diversity, compassion and hope – define how we treat each other and how we work together with our consumers. We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are welcomed as they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.

Provide education & support to
EMPOWER

Provide, show & act with
INTEGRITY

Embrace, restore & inspire
HOPE TO GROW

Always show
COMPASSION

Value
DIVERSITY

Why Work With Us?

We are a diverse workplace that reflects contemporary, multicultural Australia, valuing differences and make every individual feel welcome, supported, and safe.

At Cyrenian House we value the uniqueness of individuals who may vary in many different ways, including race, ethnicity, culture, social class, gender, age, religious belief, sexual identity, mental and physical ability.

We celebrate and promote this diversity as a strength of our organisation – see our Diversity Statement.

About the Organisation

Cyrenian House is a leading not-for-profit non-government organisation that has been operating within the alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment sector since 1981. Cyrenian House provides a wide range of high-quality treatment services that make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by alcohol and other drugs.

Administration Assistant /Receptionist Various Locations (Casual)

We are seeking a professional, proactive, and consumer-focused Administration Assistant / Receptionist to join our team on a casual basis to work flexibly across multiple Cyrenian House sites across the Perth metropolitan area.

What we offer you

  • Above the award rates of pay
  • Free On-Site Parking (excluding Cyrenian Central)
  • Rewarding team culture with flexible working conditions.
  • Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about making a difference to the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.

About the Role

In this vital front-line role, you will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, providing a warm and welcoming reception experience to people accessing Cyrenian House services. You will also support the day-to-day administrative operations of our busy service with efficiency, discretion, and attention to detail. This position is highly consumer-focused and involves a range of responsibilities, including maintaining accurate records, managing reception duties, and overseeing telephone and communication systems.

Additionally, you will provide administrative support to the clinical team and manager as directed, contributing to the smooth and effective functioning of the service.

The successful candidate must share our mission and values and demonstrate passion and drive to provide high-quality services to people affected by alcohol and other drugs.

Pay rate is $39.12 – $44.37 per hour (depending on experience), PLUS casual loading and superannuation.

About the Organisation

Cyrenian House is a leading not-for-profit non-government organisation that has been operating within the alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment sector since 1981. Cyrenian House provides a wide range of high-quality treatment services that make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by alcohol and other drugs.

Requirements for the role are:

  • Extensive experience in office administration.
  • Sound written communication skills, with experience in minute-taking.
  • Proven ability to work under pressure.
  • Effective time management skills.
  • Experience in the use of filing systems, appointment management and administrative systems.
  • Flexible and able to work collaboratively with team members.
  • Well-developed computer skills, including data entry, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
  • A current Driver’s Licence, National Police Clearance, First Aid Certificate, and full work rights.

How to apply:

If you meet the requirements of the role, please apply via the Seek website. Your application should include:
Response to the selection criteria in no more than two pages.
Current resume, including two referees.

The closing date for applications is on or before Wednesday, 4th March 2026. Submissions received after this date may not be considered.

Please note only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Please download a full copy of the JDF here: Administration Assistant /Receptionist

For further information, please contact Greg Defrenne at gdefrenne@cyrenianhouse.com

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.

Counsellor Educator Cyrenian House/ Milliya Rumurra (CHMR) Full-time

About the role:
The Counsellor/Educator position works to provide alcohol and other drug treatment, support, and prevention to consumers as a key member of an outreach service that services remote communities in the West Kimberley. The Counsellor Educator will possess a sound level of clinical knowledge and skills, together with well-established work practices that exercise initiative and sound judgment.

The position has both a treatment and prevention focus with the aim of reducing harm associated with alcohol or other drug use by providing proficient, culturally secure case management, assessment, group facilitation, education and support to consumers and their families and the local community.

Hours of Work

Working full-time 76 hours per fortnight.

The position is  level 4/5 - $93,490 - $110,413 per annum (depending on experience) plus superannuation and salary packaging options available.

Our Organisation:
Cyrenian House is a leading not-for-profit non-government organisation that has been operating within the alcohol and other drug (AOD) treatment sector since 1981. Cyrenian House provides a wide range of high-quality treatment services that make a positive and meaningful difference in the lives of people affected by alcohol and other drugs.  Our service in Broome is a partnership between Cyrenian House and Milliya Rumurra Aboriginal Corporation, delivering alcohol and other drug prevention services to parts of the West Kimberley region.

We provide consumers and their families with improved access to alcohol and other drug support via our outreach services within the communities north of Broome along the Dampier Peninsula and south to Bidyadanga.

Selection Criteria:

  • A degree in social, behavioural or health sciences and relative experience in the alcohol and other drug sector.
  • Demonstrated and well-developed leadership skills with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
  • Experience in working with Aboriginal peoples in Aboriginal Communities.
  • Good organisational and time management skills.
  • Well-developed self-management skills to cope with difficult cases and manage stress.
  • The ability to work autonomously within their role, whilst still delivering a professional service.
  • Ability to adapt to varying working environments in the delivery of outreach services.
  • An active role in Continuous Quality Improvement.
  • Full work rights, current National Police Clearance, current First Aid Certificate, and current Driver’s Licence.

What we offer:

  • Remote Area Allowance.
  • 5 weeks annual leave.
  • Above award rates of pay and generous salary packaging options available.
  • 12 days Personal Leave and two additional days per annum – “My Day” leave
  • Annual training allowance.
  • Unique opportunity to work in an organisation passionate about making a difference in the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
  • Comprehensive orientation and induction.

How to apply:  

If you meet the requirements of the role, please apply via the Seek website, your application should include:    

  • Response to the selection criteria in no more than two pages.   
  • Current resume, including two referees. 

Please refer to the employment section on our website to download a full copy of the JDF: Counsellor Educator

Shortlisting will commence immediately, and this opportunity will close when the position has been filled.  Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.  

For further information, please contact: Sally Malone at smalone@cyrenianhouse.com  

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.  

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.