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.

We have the following vacancies:

Registered Nurse

Low Medical Withdrawal Unit – Nannup

About the role

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified Registered Nurses to join our Low Medical Withdrawal Unit based at our Nannup Therapeutic Centre, in the South West.

The Registered Nurse will work within the Low Medical Withdrawal Unit (LMWU) with a team of support workers to provide withdrawal management in accordance with the service model and associated governance. The Nurse will work with referring General Practitioners, and the multidisciplinary team to provide treatment to consumers of the LMWU. The position will also be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, monitoring, and development of treatment plans and exit plans.

The Registered Nurse will provide harm minimization information/interventions and referrals for consumers and their families, as required.

The role is offered on a part-time basis working 45 hours per fortnight over 3 days per week.

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.

The successful candidate will require:

  • Approved tertiary qualification in Nursing.
  • Current and ongoing registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a registered Nurse.
  • Demonstrated experience in conducting clinical assessments, risk assessments and developing comprehensive plans for patients/consumers.
  • Knowledge of alcohol and drug withdrawal symptoms and management.
  • Knowledge of psychiatric medications and medication management.
  • Experience working with consumers from diverse backgrounds and different cultural groups.
  • Demonstrated and well-developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
  • Demonstrated conflict resolution and de-escalation skills.
  • Full Work Rights, a current Police Clearance, First Aid Certificate, and a Drivers Licence.

What we offer:

  • Unique opportunity to work in an organisation that is passionate about making a difference to the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
  • High quality clinical training and supervision.
  • Annual training allowance.

How to apply:

If this sounds like the role for you, please forward your application via the Seek website, your application should include a:

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

A full copy of the JDF can be found in the employment section on our website: Registered Nurse

For further information, please contact Trish Hitchins at thitchins@cyrenianhouse.com

Shortlisting will commence immediately.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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.

Saranna Early Childhood Education and Care Centre

Are you passionate about working with children

We are seeking an Early Childhood Educator to join our team, working part-time, 30 hours per fortnight.

Saranna Early Childhood Education and Care Centre (SECECC) is a unique service situated on the 32-acre property of the Rick Hammersley Centre Therapeutic Community in Cullacabardee (10 minutes from Ellenbrook). With a qualified team of workers, SECECC encourages every child to grow, learn, and develop at their own pace. Our educational programs provide supportive, active learning through flexible play with a focus on building the strengths of individual children.

Educators will work directly with children within a specific age group in collaboration with other educators, children, and their families.

What we will offer you:

  • Excellent rates of pay (between $33.27 – $37.34 per hour)
  • 5 week’s annual leave.
  • Annual bonus.
  • Refer a friend incentive.
  • Professional team and rewarding team culture.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
  • Paid professional development.
  • Free parking.
  • Generous salary packaging options available, which increase your take-home pay.

What you will require:

  • Cert III or Diploma Qualified in Early Childhood Education.
  • Child Protection Training.
  • Current WWC, National Police Clearance, and full work rights to work in Australia.
  • Knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF)

How to apply

Please submit your application via Seek. Your application should include:

  • A cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.
  • Current resume, including two referees.

A full copy of the JDF can be found in the employment section on our website. Saranna Early Childhood Education and Care Centre

For further information, please contact Corina Barrett at cbarrett@cyrenianhouse.com. Shortlisting will commence immediately for this role.

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.

Rick Hamersley Therapeutic Community

We are seeking an experienced individual who possesses strong clinical knowledge and skills, together with well-established work practices to join our dynamic team, working with women and children in the Saranna Program, from our Rick Hammersley site in Cullacabardee.

The Role

The Counsellor Educator will work within the Therapeutic Community to provide professional and culturally secure counselling, education and parenting support to residents and their families. The Counsellor Educator is required to work within the context of the therapeutic community, applying a high level of knowledge and skill to support the Community as a Method model of treatment and will support the residents to develop and maintain skills in the key areas of parenting, child-care as well as reducing the harm from the use of alcohol and other drugs.

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.

Hours of Work

Working full-time 76 hours per fortnight.

Level 4 -Level 5 – $90,329 – $106,679 per annum

To be considered for these positions, you will require the following key attributes:

  • A degree in social, behavioural or health sciences or equivalent experience in the alcohol and drug sector.
  • Personal skills and attributes suitable to working alongside women and their dependents, including mentoring skills.
  • Understanding of advocacy for vulnerable women and families.
  • Sound skills in communicating with and responding to women and families and in maintaining boundaries and confidentiality.
  • Demonstrated and well-developed counselling and group facilitation skills.
  • Knowledge of alcohol and drug issues.
  • Experience in working with consumers from diverse backgrounds and different cultural groups.
  • Experience in delivering education and training programs to human service providers and community groups.
  • Full work rights, National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, current First Aid Certificate, and full Drivers Licence.

What we offer you.

In addition to joining WA’s leading AOD service provider you will work with a professional and supportive team.

Benefits include:

  • Above award rates of pay.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
  • Generous salary packaging options available.
  • Annual training allowance.
  • Free Parking.

Interested?

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 

For further information, please contact Michael Gray at mgray@cyrenianhouse.com

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Applications will close on or before 9am Tuesday 5th November 2024.

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation

Cyrenian House/ Milliya Rumurra (CHMR)

Full-time (Job Code CHMRCEFT)

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 position has both a treatment and prevention focus with the aim of reducing harm associated with alcohol or other drug use. The position will provide a professional AOD service to consumers, families, other service providers and the local community.

This is a full-time role working 76 hours per fortnight.

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. 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.
  • 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.

In return we offer the following benefits:

  • Remote Area Allowance.
  • Professional team. 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.
  • Generous salary packaging options.
  • Annual training allowance.

How to apply

Apply now via the Seek website, please ensure your application includes a:

  • A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role. (a full copy of the JDF is located on our website).
  • A current resume, including two referees.

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

Don’t delay submitting your application, shortlisting will commence immediately.

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.

About the role:

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for the role of Counsellor Educator to join our Residential Pathways Program team (RPP).

The Counsellor Educator’s role is to provide proficient, culturally secure case management, assessment, group facilitation, education and support to consumers while they prepare to enter residential treatment. The primary focus of the role is to assess suitability for treatment within one of Cyrenian House’s residential therapeutic communities as well as offering therapeutic case management support along with group facilitation. The Counsellor Educator will possess a sound level of clinical knowledge and skills, together with well-established work practices that exercise initiative, sound judgment with a strong emphasis on team culture and collaboration.

The position is full-time (76 hours per fortnight) and will be located at Cyrenian Central on Fitzgerald Street, Perth.

Level 4 – level 5 $90,329 – $106,679 per annum pro rata.

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.

The successful candidate will require:

  • A degree in social, behavioural or health sciences or equivalent experience in the alcohol and drug sector.
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in assessment and case management, including referral.
  • Well-developed counselling skills.
  • Experience in group facilitation.
  • Willingness to develop an understanding of Aboriginal culture and Aboriginal family systems.
  • Demonstrated understanding of drug and alcohol issues, particularly mental health and AOD issues, impacting on the health of individuals and their families.
  • Demonstrated and well developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
  • Experience in working as part of a team.
  • Full Work Rights, a current Police Clearance, First Aid Certificate and Drivers Licence.

What we offer:

  • Unique opportunity to work in an organisation that is passionate about making a difference to the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
  • High quality clinical training and supervision.
  • Annual training allowance.
  • Generous salary packaging options.

How to apply

Please submit your application via the Seek website. Your application should include:

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

A full copy of the JDF can be found in the employment section on our website: Counsellor Educator.

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

Applications received without addressing the selection criteria will not be processed.

The closing date for applications is on or before 9 am Monday 18th November 2024.  Shortlisting may commence immediately.

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.

North Metro Community Alcohol and Drug Service – Joondalup

We are seeking an experienced individual who possess strong clinical knowledge and skills, together with well-established work practices to join our dynamic team in the role of Counsellor Educator and on a part-time basis, working 22.5 hours per fortnight.

The Counsellor Educator

This role focuses on treatment and prevention strategies associated with reducing the harm associated with alcohol and other drug use.  The Counsellor Educator will be required to provide proficient, culturally secure counselling, education and support to consumers, families, and the local community. Experience in family and couples counselling will be highly regarded.

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.

Level 4 -Level 5 – $90,329 – $106,679 per annum

To be considered for these positions, you will require the following key attributes:

  • A degree in social, behavioural or health sciences or equivalent experience in the alcohol and drug sector.
  • Well demonstrated and well-developed assessment and counselling skills.
  • Demonstrated experience in working with consumers experiencing issues related to alcohol and other drug
  • Well-developed self-management skills to cope with difficult cases and manage stress.
  • Knowledge of services and community resources relevant to the needs of the consumer group
  • Experience and ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Demonstrated and well developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
  • Experience in delivering education and training programs to human service providers and community groups.
  • Full work rights, National Police Clearance, current First Aid Certificate, and full Drivers Licence.

What we offer you.

In addition to joining WA’s leading AOD service provider, you will work with a professional and supportive team.

Benefits include:

  • Above award rates of pay.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
  • Generous salary packaging options are available.
  • Annual training allowance.

Interested?

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

  • 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 – NMCADS

For further information, please contact Michelle Russell at Michelle.Russell@mhc.wa.gov.au

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Applications will close on or before Wednesday 13th November 2024. Please note shortlisting may commence immediately.

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.

We have the following vacancies:

Registered Nurse

Low Medical Withdrawal Unit – Nannup

About the role

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified Registered Nurses to join our Low Medical Withdrawal Unit based at our Nannup Therapeutic Centre, in the South West.

The Registered Nurse will work within the Low Medical Withdrawal Unit (LMWU) with a team of support workers to provide withdrawal management in accordance with the service model and associated governance. The Nurse will work with referring General Practitioners, and the multidisciplinary team to provide treatment to consumers of the LMWU. The position will also be responsible for conducting comprehensive assessments, monitoring, and development of treatment plans and exit plans.

The Registered Nurse will provide harm minimization information/interventions and referrals for consumers and their families, as required.

The role is offered on a part-time basis working 45 hours per fortnight over 3 days per week.

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.

The successful candidate will require:

  • Approved tertiary qualification in Nursing.
  • Current and ongoing registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a registered Nurse.
  • Demonstrated experience in conducting clinical assessments, risk assessments and developing comprehensive plans for patients/consumers.
  • Knowledge of alcohol and drug withdrawal symptoms and management.
  • Knowledge of psychiatric medications and medication management.
  • Experience working with consumers from diverse backgrounds and different cultural groups.
  • Demonstrated and well-developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
  • Demonstrated conflict resolution and de-escalation skills.
  • Full Work Rights, a current Police Clearance, First Aid Certificate, and a Drivers Licence.

What we offer:

  • Unique opportunity to work in an organisation that is passionate about making a difference to the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
  • High quality clinical training and supervision.
  • Annual training allowance.

How to apply:

If this sounds like the role for you, please forward your application via the Seek website, your application should include a:

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

A full copy of the JDF can be found in the employment section on our website: Registered Nurse

For further information, please contact Trish Hitchins at thitchins@cyrenianhouse.com

Shortlisting will commence immediately.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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.

Saranna Early Childhood Education and Care Centre

Are you passionate about working with children

We are seeking an Early Childhood Educator to join our team, working part-time, 30 hours per fortnight.

Saranna Early Childhood Education and Care Centre (SECECC) is a unique service situated on the 32-acre property of the Rick Hammersley Centre Therapeutic Community in Cullacabardee (10 minutes from Ellenbrook). With a qualified team of workers, SECECC encourages every child to grow, learn, and develop at their own pace. Our educational programs provide supportive, active learning through flexible play with a focus on building the strengths of individual children.

Educators will work directly with children within a specific age group in collaboration with other educators, children, and their families.

What we will offer you:

  • Excellent rates of pay (between $33.27 – $37.34 per hour)
  • 5 week’s annual leave.
  • Annual bonus.
  • Refer a friend incentive.
  • Professional team and rewarding team culture.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
  • Paid professional development.
  • Free parking.
  • Generous salary packaging options available, which increase your take-home pay.

What you will require:

  • Cert III or Diploma Qualified in Early Childhood Education.
  • Child Protection Training.
  • Current WWC, National Police Clearance, and full work rights to work in Australia.
  • Knowledge of the National Quality Framework (NQF)

How to apply

Please submit your application via Seek. Your application should include:

  • A cover letter detailing your suitability for the role.
  • Current resume, including two referees.

A full copy of the JDF can be found in the employment section on our website. Saranna Early Childhood Education and Care Centre

For further information, please contact Corina Barrett at cbarrett@cyrenianhouse.com. Shortlisting will commence immediately for this role.

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.

Rick Hamersley Therapeutic Community

We are seeking an experienced individual who possesses strong clinical knowledge and skills, together with well-established work practices to join our dynamic team, working with women and children in the Saranna Program, from our Rick Hammersley site in Cullacabardee.

The Role

The Counsellor Educator will work within the Therapeutic Community to provide professional and culturally secure counselling, education and parenting support to residents and their families. The Counsellor Educator is required to work within the context of the therapeutic community, applying a high level of knowledge and skill to support the Community as a Method model of treatment and will support the residents to develop and maintain skills in the key areas of parenting, child-care as well as reducing the harm from the use of alcohol and other drugs.

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.

Hours of Work

Working full-time 76 hours per fortnight.

Level 4 -Level 5 – $90,329 – $106,679 per annum

To be considered for these positions, you will require the following key attributes:

  • A degree in social, behavioural or health sciences or equivalent experience in the alcohol and drug sector.
  • Personal skills and attributes suitable to working alongside women and their dependents, including mentoring skills.
  • Understanding of advocacy for vulnerable women and families.
  • Sound skills in communicating with and responding to women and families and in maintaining boundaries and confidentiality.
  • Demonstrated and well-developed counselling and group facilitation skills.
  • Knowledge of alcohol and drug issues.
  • Experience in working with consumers from diverse backgrounds and different cultural groups.
  • Experience in delivering education and training programs to human service providers and community groups.
  • Full work rights, National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, current First Aid Certificate, and full Drivers Licence.

What we offer you.

In addition to joining WA’s leading AOD service provider you will work with a professional and supportive team.

Benefits include:

  • Above award rates of pay.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
  • Generous salary packaging options available.
  • Annual training allowance.
  • Free Parking.

Interested?

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 

For further information, please contact Michael Gray at mgray@cyrenianhouse.com

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Applications will close on or before 9am Tuesday 5th November 2024.

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation

Cyrenian House/ Milliya Rumurra (CHMR)

Full-time (Job Code CHMRCEFT)

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 position has both a treatment and prevention focus with the aim of reducing harm associated with alcohol or other drug use. The position will provide a professional AOD service to consumers, families, other service providers and the local community.

This is a full-time role working 76 hours per fortnight.

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. 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.
  • 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.

In return we offer the following benefits:

  • Remote Area Allowance.
  • Professional team. 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.
  • Generous salary packaging options.
  • Annual training allowance.

How to apply

Apply now via the Seek website, please ensure your application includes a:

  • A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role. (a full copy of the JDF is located on our website).
  • A current resume, including two referees.

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

Don’t delay submitting your application, shortlisting will commence immediately.

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.

About the role:

We are seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for the role of Counsellor Educator to join our Residential Pathways Program team (RPP).

The Counsellor Educator’s role is to provide proficient, culturally secure case management, assessment, group facilitation, education and support to consumers while they prepare to enter residential treatment. The primary focus of the role is to assess suitability for treatment within one of Cyrenian House’s residential therapeutic communities as well as offering therapeutic case management support along with group facilitation. The Counsellor Educator will possess a sound level of clinical knowledge and skills, together with well-established work practices that exercise initiative, sound judgment with a strong emphasis on team culture and collaboration.

The position is full-time (76 hours per fortnight) and will be located at Cyrenian Central on Fitzgerald Street, Perth.

Level 4 – level 5 $90,329 – $106,679 per annum pro rata.

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.

The successful candidate will require:

  • A degree in social, behavioural or health sciences or equivalent experience in the alcohol and drug sector.
  • Demonstrated skills and experience in assessment and case management, including referral.
  • Well-developed counselling skills.
  • Experience in group facilitation.
  • Willingness to develop an understanding of Aboriginal culture and Aboriginal family systems.
  • Demonstrated understanding of drug and alcohol issues, particularly mental health and AOD issues, impacting on the health of individuals and their families.
  • Demonstrated and well developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
  • Experience in working as part of a team.
  • Full Work Rights, a current Police Clearance, First Aid Certificate and Drivers Licence.

What we offer:

  • Unique opportunity to work in an organisation that is passionate about making a difference to the lives of those affected by alcohol & other drugs.
  • High quality clinical training and supervision.
  • Annual training allowance.
  • Generous salary packaging options.

How to apply

Please submit your application via the Seek website. Your application should include:

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

A full copy of the JDF can be found in the employment section on our website: Counsellor Educator.

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

Applications received without addressing the selection criteria will not be processed.

The closing date for applications is on or before 9 am Monday 18th November 2024.  Shortlisting may commence immediately.

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.

North Metro Community Alcohol and Drug Service – Joondalup

We are seeking an experienced individual who possess strong clinical knowledge and skills, together with well-established work practices to join our dynamic team in the role of Counsellor Educator and on a part-time basis, working 22.5 hours per fortnight.

The Counsellor Educator

This role focuses on treatment and prevention strategies associated with reducing the harm associated with alcohol and other drug use.  The Counsellor Educator will be required to provide proficient, culturally secure counselling, education and support to consumers, families, and the local community. Experience in family and couples counselling will be highly regarded.

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.

Level 4 -Level 5 – $90,329 – $106,679 per annum

To be considered for these positions, you will require the following key attributes:

  • A degree in social, behavioural or health sciences or equivalent experience in the alcohol and drug sector.
  • Well demonstrated and well-developed assessment and counselling skills.
  • Demonstrated experience in working with consumers experiencing issues related to alcohol and other drug
  • Well-developed self-management skills to cope with difficult cases and manage stress.
  • Knowledge of services and community resources relevant to the needs of the consumer group
  • Experience and ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Demonstrated and well developed interpersonal, verbal, and written communication.
  • Experience in delivering education and training programs to human service providers and community groups.
  • Full work rights, National Police Clearance, current First Aid Certificate, and full Drivers Licence.

What we offer you.

In addition to joining WA’s leading AOD service provider, you will work with a professional and supportive team.

Benefits include:

  • Above award rates of pay.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
  • Generous salary packaging options are available.
  • Annual training allowance.

Interested?

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

  • 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 – NMCADS

For further information, please contact Michelle Russell at Michelle.Russell@mhc.wa.gov.au

Cyrenian House is committed to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Applications will close on or before Wednesday 13th November 2024. Please note shortlisting may commence immediately.

Cyrenian House is a smoke-free organisation.