Cyrenian House – Cyrenian Central – Counsellor EducatorAbout the roleWe 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: