Make a Real Difference in Regional WA – Support People on Their Recovery Journey About Us HOPE has been delivering vital community services across Western Australia for over 120 years. We’re committed to supporting individuals and families in the areas of alcohol and other drugs (AOD), mental health, justice, and family and domestic violence. As a values-driven organisation, we work alongside communities to create safe, inclusive, and sustainable support pathways. About the Role We’re currently seeking a passionate Counsellor / Educator to join our Step Up Step Down service in Kalgoorlie. This part-time opportunity (60.8 hours per fortnight) will see you delivering high-quality, person-centred support to people navigating complex AOD and mental health challenges. As a key team member, you’ll: Provide counselling, education, case management and recovery planning Facilitate individual and group sessions Collaborate within a multidisciplinary team Build strong community partnerships to support client transitions Maintain accurate documentation and support ongoing service improvement You’ll work weekdays and one Saturday per fortnight, making a direct impact in the lives of those on their recovery journey. What’s on Offer $44.58 p/hr regional allowance of $2.78 p/hr superannuation Generous salary packaging benefits Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families Discounts with a major health insurance provider A supportive team environment that recognises your successes and supports you through challenges A meaningful role where you truly make a difference Ongoing supervision, professional development and training You’ll Need A tertiary qualification in health, education, behavioural or social sciences, youth work, or a related field Demonstrated experience in counselling and working with individuals with co-occurring AOD and mental health issues Strong written, verbal, administrative and IT skills Experience with case management and record keeping A flexible and collaborative approach to teamwork Strong understanding of professional boundaries, confidentiality, and culturally secure practices Ability to travel and stay overnight for outreach work when required A valid driver’s licence and the ability to pass relevant clearances (National Police Check, WWCC) Desirable but not essential: Experience in AOD or Mental Health sector Familiarity with harm reduction practices Understanding of the regional WA context Experience with mandated clients or methamphetamine-specific interventions Why Hope? At HOPE, we’re not just a service provider, we’re a team that invests in people. We’re proud to be an organisation that nurtures and develops our staff, offering career growth, innovation opportunities, and a culture built on mutual respect and inclusion. We value diversity and actively encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants, as well as individuals from all backgrounds, identities, and walks of life. Next Steps If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, we’d love to hear from you! Shortlisted applicants will be contacted by phone and may be invited to attend an interview either online or in person at our Kalgoorlie Hub.
