Casual Counsellor

Company

IHMS is a large Australian based organisation that specialises in providing compassionate and professional multidisciplinary medical care in challenging environments. We primarily work with governments and large private organisations to deliver industry leading service to patients.  We are globally recognised for our unique expertise and offer fantastic opportunities to undertake meaningful work with patients where others can’t. We offer opportunities for people to learn and grow their skills and knowledge in a caring organisation focusing on professional development and clinical excellence.

• Casual contract, work between Monday - Friday business hours
• Free onsite parking
• Exceptional opportunity to be part of a well-established organisation

Provide counselling support services to clients in our clinic at the Immigration Detention Centre clinic in Villawood, NSW.

The Role

The counsellor will provide counselling services in the Immigration Detention Facility through assessment, case formulation and case management, structured interview techniques and therapeutic interventions. Key responsibilities:

• Facilitate group sessions on a diverse range of mental health topics
• Provide health promotion education and activities
• Provide assessment, counselling and casework services including support and referral services
• Help to organise excursions or other activities of a pro-active nature that will help with the well-being of the population
• Ensure that documentation is accurate, precise and concise

Benefits

• Working with people from diverse professional and cultural backgrounds
• Be recognised, well-acknowledge and rewarded
• Multidisciplinary, dynamic and collaborative team
• Opportunities to expand your career and support an Australian and international network
• Be part of a large, well respected medical organisation
• Great opportunity to enhance your skills

Requirements

• Full working rights in Australia
• Relevant qualifications and or experience in counselling, social welfare, education or social sciences
• 3 years proven experience in the delivery of counselling services, case management and case coordination in mental health setting
• Experience working in AoD areas or with individuals with AoD issues highly desirable
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or First Aid Certificate
• Ability to use Electronic Medical Records systems, e-mail, excel and MS word

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Only suitable shortlisted candidates will be contacted