AOD Counsellor

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Counsellor to join our team at Gateway Health. This role is designed for someone passionate about delivering evidence-based counselling and care coordination to individuals needing AOD support.

• Deliver professional and confidential counselling to clients experiencing problematic alcohol and/or drug use.
• Conduct AOD comprehensive assessments and provide client-centred support across various stages of recovery.
• Equip clients with resources and education on harm minimisation and coping strategies.
• Employ a flexible, trauma-informed, strength-based approach to counselling.
• Utilize a diverse range of therapeutic models and techniques, including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and more.
• Work with both general and forensic AOD clients, addressing a range of needs from brief interventions to complex counselling cases.

We're searching for a candidate with a background in counselling, behavioural or social sciences, social work, or psychology, preferably with specific training or experience in the AOD field. You will bring a collaborative, client-centred approach and a strong ability to work effectively with other agencies to deliver quality services.

Must have experience in assessment, a variety of counselling and support approaches and have or being willing to obtain forensic AOD accreditation (as required by DFFH)

Gateway Health promotes a learning culture that encourages innovation and initiative and recognises our staff as our greatest asset. Gateway Health is committed to creating a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We believe that a workforce that recognises and celebrates diversity will best meet the health and well-being needs of all people we serve within our community.

• Work within a supportive team environment
• Laptop, mobile phone with remote access on and offsite
• Generous Not For Profit Salary Packaging A$15,900 tax free
• Flexible hours and arrangements, for a work-life balance that works for you
• Option to be able to swap any existing public holiday to another religious holiday or day of significance of your choice.
• Paid parental leave
• Professional development + ongoing training and support provided
• Free car parking
• Fitness Passport - a discounted workplace health and fitness program for you and your family
• Access to regular external supervision debriefing with Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support available as needed, together with Group Supervision and Wellness activities.
• Access to our free confidential counselling service through EAP for staff and their family
• Corporate health insurance cover to keep you healthy
• Access to annual vaccination program
• Discounted Health Insurance
• A suite of employee reward and recognition programs