Alcohol and Drug Counsellor & Care and Recovery Worker
- Support positive behavioural change in clients through therapeutic counselling interventions.
- Implement and support integrated treatment and care pathways for complex clients.
- Deliver evidence-based counselling interventions and comprehensive assessment.
- Between $92,279 and $105,577 (pro-rata) per annum
- Full-time, ongoing
- Flexible working arrangements by negotiation
About the company
Gippsland Lakes Complete Health (GLCH) is a not-for-profit organisation that’s been helping East Gippsland residents to live well for more than 50 years.
We’re one of the region’s most high-profile health and support service providers with more than 500 staff, 300 volunteers, and an annual budget in excess of $50 million.
About the role
This varied and interesting position will have a focus on:
- Supporting positive behavioural change in clients through the delivery of therapeutic counselling interventions.
- Implementing and supporting integrated treatment and care pathways for complex clients within alcohol and drug treatment services.
Skills & Experience
- Minimum Diploma in Alcohol and other Drugs required. Undergraduate and postgraduate human services qualification and registration with a relevant peak body is desirable
- Demonstrated high level knowledge, skills and experience in the delivery of evidence-based counselling interventions, strengths based and person-centred models of care, comprehensive assessment and treatment planning.
Team Culture
At GLCH we believe our people are our biggest asset and pride ourselves on a culture that is equitable, encourages open communication and has an emphasis on recognition and career advancement. We welcome all people irrespective of ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation and gender identity. People enjoy working at GLCH because we’re supportive, inclusive and collaborative in our approach.
Benefits
- Annual pay increases
- Opportunity for ongoing training and scholarships
- Generous salary packaging options
- Options to purchase additional annual leave
Enquiries:
Tamara Wood – Operations Manager
Ph: ************
Email: *******************
To Apply
Upload your resume and a cover letter that addresses your suitability for the role.
A separate document addressing the Position Requirements is not required.
Applications close: Thursday, 10th of September 2026
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