Aod / Drug & Alcohol Counsellor

**Company**:
**International Health and Medical Services (IHMS)**

IHMS is a large Australian based organisation that specialises in providing compassionate and professional multidisciplinary medical care in challenging environments. We primarily work with governments and large private organisations to deliver industry leading service to patients.

We are globally recognised for our unique expertise and offer fantastic opportunities to undertake meaningful work with patients where others can't. We offer opportunities for people to learn and grow their skills and knowledge in a caring organisation focusing on professional development and clinical excellence.
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Work office hours, no weekend or night shifts**:

- ** Full Time or Part Time contract, immediate start available**:

- ** Free onsite parking**

**Join a large and well-established organisation This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced AOD / Counsellor (Drug & Alcohol) to exercise and boost their skills working at our Immigration Detention Centre clinic in Villawood, NSW.**

**The Role**:
We are seeking an experienced Drug & Alcohol Counsellor for a full time/part time contract in our facility located in Villawood, NSW. You will be providing group and individual counselling therapy and managing clients identified with substance use disorders.

Key Responsibilities:

- Deliver drug & alcohol services to persons in detention through assessment, case management, referral services and therapeutic interventions.
- Provide individual drug and alcohol related counselling
- Facilitate SMART recovery group sessions on a diverse range of topics
- Support the site in provision of D&A services

**Benefits**:

- Working Monday to Friday, office hours
- No night shifts
- Working with people from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds
- Multidisciplinary, dynamic and collaborative team
- Opportunities to expand your career and support an Australian and international network

**Requirements**:

- Relevant tertiary qualifications in counselling, social welfare, education, social sciences or other related disciplines.
- Proven clinical drug and alcohol experience including providing assessment and counselling services to people with drug and alcohol problems.
- Ability to provide clinical coordination and counselling management of people with co-morbid substance use disorders and mental health problems.
- Accreditation as a SMART Recovery facilitator or willing to obtain
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or First Aid Certificate
- Valid and full working rights in Australia