An exciting opportunity has arisen to join Sydney Drug Education and Counselling Centre (SDECC) as an AOD Counsellor.

SDECC is a centre of excellence that provides evidence based, outcome focussed counselling and support services for young people aged 12 to 25 years with problematic use of alcohol and other drugs, and their families. Our treatment model focusses on harm reduction, working to keep young people safe, out of hospital, out of the criminal justice system, contributing to their community and achieving their potential. SDECC services the Northern Sydney region, with offices in St Leonards and Manly.

The Counsellor is responsible for providing evidence based psychological assessment and comprehensive treatment plans for our clients, many of whom have multiple and complex needs. Treatment focuses on supporting the client’s goals for their substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns.

The Counsellor also contributes to a multidisciplinary approach to treatment within a family inclusive, trauma informed framework.

Essential:

• Degree in social work or psychology, or equivalent, from a recognised tertiary institution
• At least 2 years counselling experience
• Demonstrated successful experience in counselling young people
• Demonstrated experience working within a multidisciplinary team
• Demonstrated ability to conduct assessments and client outcome measures
• Demonstrated high standard of communication skills in areas of oral and written, including clinical case presentation skills, record keeping, and report writing

Desirable

• Knowledge of contemporary drug and alcohol interventions and approaches
• Experience facilitating groups
• Knowledge of family systems and the ability to work within a family inclusive approach
• Experience in working within the NGO sector

Salary: Above Award wages and conditions.

Enquires: Hayley Bowen - Clinical Team Leader NB.