Counsellor - Epsom Lodge, Auckland

Join to apply for the Counsellor - Epsom Lodge, Auckland role at The Salvation Army New Zealand, Fiji, Tonga & Samoa5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Counsellor - Epsom Lodge, Auckland role at The Salvation Army New Zealand, Fiji, Tonga & SamoaBe part of the solution to the housing crisisSupport Tangata in their AOD recovery and growthDevelop your practiceTwo Year Fixed Term - full-timeAbout Epsom Lodge Supportive AccommodationEpsom Lodge is an 84-bed supportive accommodation residential facility in Auckland for men and women.

Our residents have housing needs, often (but not always) accompanied by addiction, mental health and relationship issues.

We provide 12+ weeks emergency accommodation, support and after care to assist in finding suitable long-term accommodation and begin the journey of addressing other life goals.Based at Epsom Lodge, AucklandBe part of the solution to the housing crisisSupport Tangata in their AOD recovery and growthDevelop your practiceTwo Year Fixed Term - full-timeAbout Epsom Lodge Supportive AccommodationEpsom Lodge is an 84-bed supportive accommodation residential facility in Auckland for men and women.

Our residents have housing needs, often (but not always) accompanied by addiction, mental health and relationship issues.

We provide 12+ weeks emergency accommodation, support and after care to assist in finding suitable long-term accommodation and begin the journey of addressing other life goals.We also manage a small number of off-site transitional homes which currently house single women.About The RoleThis role reports to the Operations Manager but works as part of a team of caseworkers, support workers and AOD cliniciansTo facilitate and support the mission of The Salvation Army at Epsom LodgeComprehensive Assessment and counsellingHelp Tangata to be aware of the impacts of trauma on AOD use and Criminogenic factorsDevelop and deliver group programmesProvide counselling interventions to clients ready to make changeStrong advocacy for Tangata welfare and needsPerson SpecificationGood written and oral communication skills, including ability to write adequate records and reports.Maintains professional standards and knowledge of counselling best practice.Displays good understanding of cultural awareness with the ability to demonstrate knowledge and application of principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.Understanding of, respect for, and ability to work with The Salvation Army's mission, principles, and Christian ethos.Full driver's license.QualificationsMinimum Mental Health / Addictions / Social Service Counselling qualification level 7 (or working towards) Graduate / Post Grad Certificate / Diploma in Addictions / Mental health counselling (or willing to work towards completing)Registration with a relevant professional body such as NZAC or DAPAANZOur Offer To YouAn additional working week of Salvation Army leave awarded annually on 1 JulyFree confidential counselling services to support your wellbeingSubsidised flu vaccinationsDiscounted Medical Insurance with Southern CrossTSA discount card for discount with various retailers such as Beaurepairs, Noel Leeming, Placemakers and Torpedo7Professional development opportunitiesCandidates should be adaptable, energetic, self-motivated and committed to our mission of 'caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society'The salary for this role will fall between $74,000 - $77,500This role is full time and hours worked will be 40 per week.The Salvation Army is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and believes workplaces thrive with diversity.Seniority levelSeniority levelAssociateEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionOtherIndustriesMental Health CareReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at The Salvation Army New Zealand, Fiji, Tonga & Samoa by 2xSign in to set job alerts for "Counselor" roles.Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 1 year agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 2 weeks agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 3 weeks agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 2 weeks agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 10 hours agoSocial Worker in Schools -South AucklandAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 2 weeks agoPart Time Beauty Therapist for a Skin Clinic in New Zealand .Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 1 year agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 6 days agoAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 6 days agoFull Time Senior Therapist for a Skin Clinic in New Zealand .Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 1 year agoOccupational Therapist -West & South AucklandAuckland, Auckland, New Zealand 4 days agoOccupational Therapist - Sponsorship Opportunity (Australia)Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand 6 days agoOccupational Therapist (Full-time / Part-time) | EllerslieOral Health Therapist | Lumino Mt Eden VillageWe're unlocking community knowledge in a new way.

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