Southern Highlands Addiction Retreat is a new private residential addiction retreat situated on 100 Acres in the beautiful Southern Highlands of NSW.

PLEASE NOTE: The role is based in the Southern Highlands.

We treat more than just the symptoms of addiction through a holistic approach to recovery.

We are seeking a full-time or part-time (3-5 days per week) Addiction Counsellor to join our skilled and energetic clinical team. Our counsellors come from a range of therapeutic backgrounds.

We view recovery-based therapy as inclusive of someone's mental, emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being and extend this to a person's nutrition, exercise, sleep quality and setting.

What we offer…….

- Flexible working conditions.

- Above industry standard pay.

- A strong and supportive team environment.

- Monthly supervision with a Clinical Psychologist.

- A beautiful semi-rural location.

- Awesome nutritious food.

Responsibilities

· Deliver high-quality evidence-based therapeutic individual counselling. Therapeutic modalities may include psychoeducation, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, cognitive behavioural therapy, family counselling, DBT, ACT, Compassion-Focused Therapy, IFS, Schema Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, EFT, Psychotherapy and other modalities.

· Present and facilitate the group program.

· Undertake intake assessments.

· Participate in therapy team meetings, discussions and decision-making.





Essential Criteria

- Tertiary qualifications in Counselling. Experience and confidence in providing both individual and group therapy are essential.

- A demonstrated understanding of AOD and dual-diagnosis treatments and interventions.

- A demonstrated understanding of common mental health conditions such as Depression, Generalised Anxiety Disorder, bipolar, ADHD, PTSD, and their associated behaviours.

- Registration with AHPRA, AASW, PACFA or ACA.

- Understanding of trauma-informed care.

- Strong personal resilience, work ethic and integrity.

- A passion for helping people with addictions.

- A clear understanding of professional and ethical standards of practice.

Desirable Criteria

- Demonstrated ability to provide person-centred holistic care for clients presenting with a broad range of substance use and psychosocial needs.

- Lived experience is highly regarded.

- Experience in working with Veterans is also helpful.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

How many years of experience do you have as a counsellor?

Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?

Do you have a current Australian driver's licence?

How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

📌 Addiction Counsellor/Therapist (Sydney)
🏢 Southern Highlands Addiction Retreat
📍 Sydney