* $82,805.90 – $91,275.15 annually + 6 weeks leave & the option to salary sacrifice
* Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
* Contribute to meaningful change in the community
Make a meaningful difference in people's lives.
Join our Strong Steps Program and support individuals, families, and communities impacted by alcohol and other drug (AOD) use.
About the Role:
As an AOD Counsellor, you will deliver evidence-based therapeutic support to clients aged 13 years and over. You'll provide comprehensive assessments, counselling, brief interventions, advocacy, and education to a diverse client group—including self-referrals, family members, and individuals referred through the criminal justice system.
The Strong Steps Program is focused on empowering participants to better manage and overcome drug and alcohol challenges in a supportive, culturally safe environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver client-centred, strength-based, and culturally appropriate therapeutic services
* Conduct assessments, screening, counselling, and brief interventions
* Provide advocacy, education, and referral pathways for clients
* Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
* Build and maintain relationships with community organisations
* Maintain accurate client records and case notes in line with policy and legislation
* Contribute to program evaluation, reporting, and continuous improvement
* Participate in supervision, training, and professional development
* Promote a safe workplace in line with WHS requirements
About You:
You are a compassionate and skilled professional with a strong commitment to supporting people experiencing AOD challenges.
You will have:
* A minimum Diploma in Counselling (or higher in Social Work, Psychology, or related field)
* Experience delivering therapeutic interventions within a recognised framework
* Knowledge of current AOD best practice and treatment approaches
* Strong communication skills with the ability to adapt to diverse client needs
* Ability to work both independently and within a team
* Sound understanding of confidentiality, legislation, and ethical practice
* Strong administration, documentation, and computer skills
Highly Regarded:
* Experience in the AOD or community services sector
* Experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
* Knowledge of issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
* Experience delivering counselling, brief intervention, and advocacy services
Requirements -Pre-employment:
* Current NT Ochre Card (or ability to obtain)
* National Criminal History Check
* NT Driver's Licence (C Class minimum)
* Current First Aid & CPR (or willingness to obtain)
* Mandatory Reporting Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
* Negative drug and alcohol screen
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