Counsellor/Educator - AOD Expand Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Peoples are encouraged to apply About the role The AOD Counsellor Educator is responsible for providing counselling and education services to clients with alcohol and other substance abuse issues. This will involve the Initial assessment of the client and their presenting situation in order to develop an appropriate counselling and case management intervention plan. You will also be required to work with internal and external stakeholders. AOD Counsellor Educator package Benefits and perks As a public benevolent institution (PBI) we are able to offer you up to $15,900.00 cash value per FBT year ($30,000 gross) as a tax free component of your salary. Skills and experience Essential: Demonstrable actions and behaviours that are representative of the Values of Wungening Aboriginal Corporation. Education, training and/or experience in providing counselling and/or support to Aboriginal people. Developed interview, assessment and referral skills. Extensive knowledge of Aboriginal culture, protocols, boundaries and experience working within the Aboriginal community. Knowledge in the issues and services that relate to AOD affected people. Ability to work with minimal supervision and as a part of a team. Current 'C' class WA drivers licence, National Police Clearance, Working with Children Check, right to obtain Justice Department Clearance. How to apply All applications are to bee made through seek.com Apply now All enquiries should be directed to Brett Ingram on (08) 9221-1411 or through email to [email protected] Wungening Aboriginal Corporation reserves the right to appoint this position prior to the application closing date or by invitation
Family Support Workers - Wungening Moort Expand About the role Family Support Worker Package The Wungening Moort program operates out of four hubs – As a Family Support Worker you will provide a culturally appropriate in depth family support outreach service to assist Aboriginal families with children aged 0-17 in contact with the child protection system within the Perth metropolitan area. You will work within a small team to engage and assist parents/caregivers to build their capacity to provide ongoing support and protection for their vulnerable and at risk children in a home setting. The service will encompass strengths based therapeutic approaches to resolve personal and family issues and build resilience and capacity to respond to crisis, create a safe, protective environment and improve connectedness to the community and to available resources. Skills and experience Aboriginality Experience working in family support, including parenting skill development, and a qualification in a relevant area at Certificate IV or higher. Demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and community. Understanding and knowledge of working with Aboriginal and Torres Straits Islander families and children in contact with the child protections system, or a related field. Demonstrated ability to be part of a team in order to deliver a quality service and achieve client outcomes. Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. How to apply Apply now All applications submitted through www.seek.com.au If you would like to discuss an application please contact 08 9221 1411 or email [email protected] Wungening Aboriginal Corporation reserves the right to appoint this position prior to the application closing date or by invitation
Senior Family Support Worker - Wungening Moort Expand About the role Senior Family Support Worker Package Reporting to the Team Leader you will work in tandem with the Aboriginal Family Support Worker to provide culturally appropriate counselling services and crisis support to resolve issues and assist Aboriginal families with children aged 0-17 in contact with the child protection system within the Perth metropolitan area. You will provide practical in-home supports, assist parents/caregivers to resolve personal and family issues and build resilience and capacity to respond to crisis and assist with creating a safe, protective environment. What we are looking for Essential: Clinical and counselling experience in a child protection/family support setting, and a qualification in a relevant area at Diploma level or higher. Demonstrated ability to work with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities. Understanding and knowledge of working with Aboriginal and Torres Straits Islander families and children in contact with the child protections system, or a related field. Demonstrated ability to be part of a team in order to deliver a quality service and achieve client outcomes. Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills. Desirable: Aboriginality Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and act decisively. How to apply Apply now All Enquiries should be directed to [email protected] and all applications submitted through www.seek.com.au Wungening Aboriginal Corporation reserves the right to appoint this position prior to the application closing date or by invitation