Oakdene House Foundation | Fairfield, NSW
3 days a week
Monday: Flexible schedule
Tuesday: 11am - 7pm
Friday: 11am - 7pm
Oakdene House Foundation is a community-based charity supporting individuals and families affected by addiction, gambling harm, and related life challenges. We provide practical, compassionate, recovery-focused support through counselling, groups, and integrated community programs.
We are seeking an
experienced Addiction Counsellor
to join our multidisciplinary team and contribute to our evolving service model.
This role suits a clinician who is confident, grounded, and values recovery as a long-term, relational process rather than a quick fix.
Oakdene House Foundation | Fairfield, NSW
3 days a week
Monday: Flexible hours
Tuesday: 11am - 7pm
Friday: 11am - 7pm
Oakdene House Foundation is a community-based charity supporting individuals and families affected by addiction, gambling harm, and related life challenges. We provide practical, compassionate, recovery-focused support through counselling, groups, and integrated community programs.
We are seeking an
experienced Addiction Counsellor
to join our multidisciplinary team and contribute to our evolving service model.
This role suits a clinician who is confident, grounded, and values recovery as a long-term, relational process rather than a quick fix.
About the Role
The Addiction Counsellor delivers individual and group counselling to people experiencing gambling- and alcohol -related harm. The role works closely with the Lead Counsellor and broader Oakdene team to provide integrated, ethical, and person-centred care.
The position is aligned with the
SCHADS Award Level 5 (or higher, depending on experience)
and is best suited to practitioners with
five or more years of counselling experience
.




The roles' hours align with the current need to fill both counselling and out-of-hours support workshops from our centre.
Find out more about the Oakdene House Foundation here:

Key Responsibilities
Provide individual counselling using evidence-based and recovery-oriented approaches
Work confidently with clients experiencing gambling and alcohol harm, including relapse and high-risk periods
Apply knowledge of
12-Step and mutual aid recovery models
, supporting clients to engage meaningfully where appropriate
Deliver structured group programs and psychoeducation
Conduct intake, risk assessment, and ongoing case planning
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation using Oakdene's systems
Collaborate with internal staff and external services to support holistic outcomes
Uphold ethical practice standards, boundaries, and trauma-informed care
About You
You will bring:
Five or more years' experience
as a counsellor working in addiction or related settings
Eligibility for registration with
ACA or PACFA
Strong experience in gambling, alcohol and other drug counselling
Experience working with gambling addiction
, either as a core or secondary focus, is a strong advantage
Working knowledge of
12-Step programs and recovery frameworks
, and the ability to discuss these respectfully with clients
Confidence supporting clients with complex and chronic psychosocial needs
Strong documentation, communication, and professional judgement
A calm, steady approach and the ability to work both independently and within a team
What We Offer
SCHADS Award aligned remuneration at
Level 5 or above
, commensurate with experience
Supportive clinical leadership and regular supervision
A values-driven organisation focused on dignity, respect, and real-world recovery
Opportunity to shape and contribute to a growing service model
A workplace where counselling is taken seriously, not rushed or reduced to box-ticking
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📌 Addiction Counsellor (Melbourne)
🏢 Oakdene House Foundation
📍 Melbourne