WORKING IN AUSTRALIA
SOCIAL/COMMUNITY SERVICES
| DRUG AND ALCOHOL COUNSELLORS WANTED TO LIVE & WORK IN AUSTRALIA! |
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Drug and Alcohol Counsellor |
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2513-13 Drug and Alcohol Counsellor
Provides assessment, support and treatment for people,
develops strategies which assist them to set goals, effect and
maintain change, and provides community advice and
education.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree
or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience is
required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks Include:
assesses client needs in relation to treatment for drug and
alcohol abuse
employs appropriate therapeutic models and interventions as
a method of treatment and support for the client
refers client to appropriate agencies for treatment, support
and education
facilitates the development of clients’ interpersonal and group
skills through the provision of group-work programs
counsels and supports family members
provides information to the courts, guardians and agencies
with the consent of the client
adopts harm-minimisation principles in working with the client
assists in community development by providing consultancy
services and assists the community to attain knowledge and
skills in addressing problems relating to substance use
raises awareness regarding the prevention, early intervention
and treatment of substance use
promotes inter-organisational planning and consultation
regarding the development of appropriate strategies and client management
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