Benefits: Tax free Salary Packaging up to $15,900 per FBT year; Paid two (2) weeks leave for business closure at the end of the year, subject to a 95% attendance/KPI; Long Service Leave after 7 years; Accrued Personal Leave paid out on termination; Flexible work environment; Extensive Professional Development opportunities; Internal promotion and career development opportunities; Regular staff appreciation functions; About the Role: The Counsellor is responsible for providing support in the delivery of Social and Emotional Wellbeing care to clients. The Counsellor forms part of the SEWB Multi-Disciplinary team and works collaboratively with the team and other program areas.
To be successful, you should have the following: ESSENTIAL: Relevant tertiary qualification in Social Work, Counselling or Psychology and/or appropriate professional registration in Western Australia; Mental Health Accreditation and Registration is required (or the ability to acquire this within 3 months of commencement) with the Australian Counselling Association; Knowledge and experience in working with people with social and emotional conditions; Demonstrated assessment, case management and treatment skills; A thorough knowledge of and experience in relevant practices; High level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to relate well to staff and to liaise effectively with key stakeholders; Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of cultural factors and social determinants particularly relating to Aboriginal Health; Demonstrated commitment to confidentiality and a high level of accuracy; Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to effectively determine priorities to ensure deadlines are met; Ability to work effectively as a member of a team in an environment of competing priorities; Current Police Clearance (within 3 months) and Working With Children Check; Ability to travel and stay overnight as required. DESIRABLE: Membership with the Australian Counselling Association or equivalent; Proficient computer knowledge and skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr