South West Aboriginal Medical Service – Bunbury WA
The South West Aboriginal Medical Service (SWAMS) is a non-Government Health Service based in Bunbury which provides a variety of health services to Aboriginal people in the South West of Western Australia. SWAMS delivers a wide range of community programs and has a strong growth strategy through partnership opportunities and future community development.
SWAMS' Mental Health team places a strong focus on a person-centred approach and a collaborative working culture to achieve the best possible outcomes for our mob. We are seeking a passionate Counsellor with a high level of skill to join our clinical team.
The Counsellor's role is to provide a culturally safe space, where people can come and feel they are treated with dignity and respect. Part of the counsellor's role may also include some group facilitation delivery.
As SWAMS delivers counselling support around Mental Health, Alcohol and other drug issues and disabilities, having knowledge across many domains is desired. A Counsellor at SWAMS will be required to provide a level of case management when required, including a willingness to work collaboratively across organisations. Good computer skills are required for electronic case file writing and other data entry. The role of counsellor will also include supporting other activities the team is involved in, such as health promotion initiatives and events.
About you:
Along with holding a tertiary qualification in Counselling, Social Work, or Psychology or a similar field, you will be someone that has a passion for this field and working with the Aboriginal people in the South West and will have an integrated understanding of the historical context of Aboriginal people. Experience working as a Counsellor to the level that minimal supervision would be beneficial, although we have a wonderful team that supports each other when needed.
Why SWAMS
17.5% leave loading Ongoing training/learning opportunities Salary Sacrifice of up to $15,900 Paid uniforms Family friendly working environment - If full time doesn't suit your circumstances, let us know what you can do. To Apply
To apply for this role, please visit 'Current Vacancies' and click on the role that you would like to apply for. This will take you through the online application process.
For Information
For further information about this position, please telephone Human Resources on (08) 9797 81*** during normal business hours.
SWAMS reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement prior to the stated closing date.
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