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AOD Counsellor / Dual Diagnosis Counsellor

Anglicare Victoria
  • Fixed term opportunity till November 2021
  • Based in the Eastern Region, between the Box Hill and Wantirna Office
  • Terrific opportunity to support our clients in a blended role

About Us:

At Anglicare Victoria our focus is on transforming the futures of children and young people, families and adults. Our work is based on three guiding pillars, Prevent, Protect, Empower. We offer a comprehensive network of services and seek to ensure the provision of high quality services that will bring about significant improvements in the life experience of the young people, children and families/caregivers with whom we work.

The Position: 

Anglicare Victoria Eastern are looking for a candidate to join our AOD program in a blended counselling role.

We are currently seeking someone with strong experience within the AOD sector and specifically with Dual Diagnosis Competencies, who has a strong passion for working with adults and families with substance use concerns. The role will work closely with partnership agencies and the local Hospital Psychiatric Units.

The successful candidate will hold a counselling portfolio within our AOD SURe program for 3 days out of our Box Hill office and a portfolio in our Dual Diagnosis Program for 2 days in our Wantirna office. 

To Be Successful in this Position You Will Need:

  • Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (eg Psychology, Social Work, Social Science, Counselling) and specifically a minimum of a Diploma or Post Graduate Certificate in AOD, including Dual Diagnosis competencies.
  • Strong experience in application of theory into practice in a counselling setting with clients presenting with acute and chronic Dual Diagnosis understanding of Case Management and Care Co-Ordination Skills as well as a strong understanding of Therapeutic Approaches used within the AOD sector
  • Good computer, organisational and time management skills and the ability to be self-directed, whist working within a team

Please Note: It is mandatory for the successful applicant to hold a current Working with Children Check, current Drivers Licence and be prepared to undergo a National Criminal History Check prior to commencement.

Detailed Position Description:  AOD Counsellor Dual Diagnosis role - Oct20.docx

To apply for this position you will need to complete the online application. You will be requested to attach your resume and your responses to the Key Selection Criteria as separate documents.  Please note due to COVID 19 restrictions service delivery is currently remote and interviews will be conducted via zoom.

For any further information or inquires please contact Stephanie Bortignon, AOD Team Manager 0499 077 796.

Anglicare Victoria acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We commit to working respectfully to honour their ongoing cultural and spiritual connections to this country.

Diversity and inclusivity are important to Anglicare Victoria and we are committed to ensuring our workplace and services reflect this.  Everyone is welcome at Anglicare Victoria, regardless of age, ethnicity, cultural background, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation and physical ability. 

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